Inferno

The subzone of Inferno, with a name as singular as it is fascinating, refers to small terraces planted with vines, located between Poggiridenti and Tresivio, in rocky ravines that are not easy to reach. Portions of the slope where temperatures are particularly high in summer. Inferno is the smallest
of the subdenominations, lies to the east of Grumello and has a vineyard area of 55 hectares.
Grapes from the Inferno area yield a wine of character, suitable for long aging, with a ruby red color tending to garnet. With aging it acquires particular fragrances of dried rose and hazelnut. Its flavor is dry, austere, slightly tannic and at the same time velvety and harmonious.

Appellation of origin: Valtellina Superiore DOCG

Area of production: Region: Lombardy / Province: Sondrio / Municipality: Poggiridenti

Grapes: Nebbiolo

Training system: Archetto Valtellinese

Yield: 650 g/m2

Soil composition: Sandy clay, little humus and very permeable. 

Alcohol content: 13% vol.

Total acidity: 5.4 g/l

Residual sugar: 0.5 g/l

Serving temperature: 15-17°C

Longevity: 4/5 years

Vinification: Maceration on the skins for 12-15 days in 130 hl stainless steel fermenters with automatic fullers. Three "rack and return" at a controlled temperature of 27°C.

Aging: 12 months in oak barrels.

Tasting notes: Ruby red tending to garnet; subtle and intense nose, with nuances of dried rose and hazelnut; dry, austere, slightly tannic yet velvety and aromatic on the palate.

Pairings: Ideally accompanies roasts, braised meats and medium-aged cheeses.

Format: 75 cl

Packaging: Cardboard box - 3 bottles