COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2016
GRAPE
Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
Nino Negri
REGION
Lombardia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Tannins
High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Nino Negri Riserva is a red dry wine from the Valtellina DOCG in Lombardy, Italy, made from 100% Nebbiolo, locally called Chiavennasca. The producer, Nino Negri, established in 1897, is a significant name in the region, known for its dedication to Nebbiolo cultivation in the Valtellina's challenging, high-elevation terraced vineyards. This practice is often referred to as 'extreme viticulture' due to the steep slopes and the necessity of manual labor. The 2016 vintage is characterized by mature fruit development. The wine undergoes a rigorous aging process, with the Riserva designation mandating a minimum of three years of aging, including at least twelve months in barrel, contributing to its complex profile.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€26
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
18-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Grown on steep terraces requiring 100% manual labor.
Fact 02
Nebbiolo is locally known as Chiavennasca in Valtellina.
Fact 03
Riserva designation requires a minimum of 3 years aging.
Fact 04
Aged for 48 months in large Slavonian oak barrels.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Nino Negri Riserva begins with traditional vinification, including a 12-day maceration period on the skins with fermentation occurring at around 25°C. Following vinification, the wine undergoes an extensive aging process. It is matured for 48 months in large Slavonian oak barrels (14 and 50 hl), followed by several months of bottle aging. The harvest is conducted late, typically from mid-October to early November, to ensure optimal ripeness of the Nebbiolo grapes.
