Ar.Pe.Pe
Valtellina Superiore Sassella Riserva Nuova Regina 2018
| Denomination | DOCG Valtellina Superiore Sassella Riserva |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Lombardy (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Aging | 34 months in 50 HL vats and barrels, concrete, bottle. |
- Vintage and alcohol content: 2018, 14% vol, 0.75 litre bottle
- Designation: Valtellina Superiore Sassella Riserva DOCG, Nuova Regina vineyard
- Alpine terroir: over 450 metres, rocky soils, old vines with traditional genetics
- Manual production: harvested at the end of October, 89 days maceration in wooden vats
- Profile and pairings: fresh and savoury, delicate tannins, long mineral persistence; decant for 1 hour
Description
What kind of wine it is
Sassella Nuova Regina by Ar.Pe.Pe. is a still red wine that embodies the authentic character of Alpine Nebbiolo. Classified as a Valtellina Superiore Sassella Riserva, it offers a deep aromatic profile with notes of morello cherry, blackberry, hibiscus and liquorice, enriched by mentholated hints and mountain herbs. On the palate, it is dynamic, where the pronounced freshness merges with finely polished tannins. Its long mineral persistence defines its essential elegance, making it a wine destined for remarkable longevity.
Where it comes from
This Nebbiolo originates in Lombardy, in the Sassella area, between Sant’Anna and Triasso, close to the Rocce Rosse. The Nuova Regina vineyard is situated at over four hundred metres above sea level on a distinctly rocky terrain, where stone prevails over soil. In this austere environment, Ar.Pe.Pe. preserves a precious heritage of old vines with ancient genetics. The meeting of mountain slopes and the complex stony matrix forges the wine’s identity, giving it that highly appreciated savoury character.
How it is produced
Production is based on artisanal practices, beginning with a completely manual harvest at the end of October. In the winery, vinification involves a long maceration of eighty-nine days in wooden vats, essential for optimal extraction and precise definition of the tannins. Ageing lasts thirty-four months, alternating between resting in wooden barrels, concrete tanks and a further period in bottle. This rigorous technical process preserves a clean flavour profile, capable of evolving beautifully over time.
History and Curiosities
At over 450 metres above sea level, where rock emerges more than soil, the ancient vines of the Nuova Regina vineyard grow. From this genetic heritage, Ar.Pe.Pe. shapes the Nebbiolo of the Alps through meticulous manual care. The 2018 vintage stands out among the longest-lived Reserves, offering the palate impeccable freshness and finely interwoven tannins. Its vibrant mineral persistence enhances international tables, revealing a magnificent essentiality that requires only the right patience to express itself at its best.
Awards
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2018
5Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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2018
3This guide is highly respected and offers the most comprehensive review of Italian wines. It has a long tradition and is based on blind tastings carried out by over 100 experts.
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2018
3One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1860
- Oenologist: Isabella ed Emanuele Pelizzatti Perego
- Bottles produced: 100.000
- Hectares: 15
To do so, Arturo started producing long-aging Nebbiolo wines according to the rules of the oldest traditions.
Today, Isabella, Emanuele and Guido continue their father’s work as the fifth generation of winemakers and growers. In just a few years, thanks to careful technological innovations and the choice of a young and passionate team, Arturo’s dream has come true: his rare wines are once again a major point of reference on the national and international wine scene. Read more
| Name | Ar.Pe.Pe Valtellina Superiore Sassella Riserva Nuova Regina 2018 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red green still |
| Denomination | Valtellina Superiore DOCG |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Lombardy |
| Vendor | Ar.Pe.Pe |
| Story | History and Curiosities At over 450 metres above sea level, where rock emerges more than soil, the ancient vines of the Nuova Regina vineyard grow. From this genetic heritage, Ar.Pe.Pe. shapes the Nebbiolo of the Alps through meticulous manual care. The 2018 vintage stands out among the longest-lived Reserves, offering the palate impeccable freshness and finely interwoven tannins. Its vibrant mineral persistence enhances international tables, revealing a magnificent essentiality that requires only the right patience to express itself at its best. |
| Origin | Valtellina, Lombardy, Italy (Sassella area, between S. Anna and Triasso, near the Rocce Rosse) |
| Soil composition | Terreno roccioso (affiora più roccia che terra) |
| Yield per hectare | 40 hl |
| Harvest | End of October |
| Fermentation | 89 days |
| Production technique | Completely handmade (artisanal production) |
| Wine making | Maceration: 89 days in 50 hl wooden vats. |
| Aging | 34 months in 50 HL vats and barrels, concrete, bottle. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |