COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
Arpepe
REGION
Lombardia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium
Intensity
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Arpepe Rosso di Valtellina 2022 is a 100% Nebbiolo (Chiavennasca) wine from the Valtellina region of Lombardy, Italy. The Arpepe winery, founded by Arturo Pelizzatti Perego, upholds a family winemaking tradition dating back to 1860. Their vineyards are situated on steep, south-facing granite terraces at altitudes between 350 and 700 meters, necessitating entirely manual vineyard work and environmentally friendly practices. The winery's philosophy centers on patience and allowing the Nebbiolo grape to express its unique terroir, a characteristic amplified by the alpine environment of Valtellina. This wine is recognized for its distinctive alpine character, offering a lighter, more approachable style of Nebbiolo compared to its Piedmontese counterparts.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€37
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
12-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards are on steep terraces, requiring 100% manual labor.
Fact 02
Nebbiolo is locally called Chiavennasca here.
Fact 03
Winemaking emphasizes 'the right waiting time for Nebbiolo'.
Fact 04
Uses large, neutral wooden casks (foudres) for aging.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Arpepe Rosso di Valtellina undergoes a traditional winemaking process. Grapes are subjected to a long maceration period, ranging from 90 to 115 days, followed by spontaneous fermentation. The wine is then aged for a minimum of six months in large, neutral wooden casks, typically 50 hectoliter foudres, which may be made of chestnut. Some sources also indicate aging in steel or concrete tanks. The producer's philosophy emphasizes patience, with wines aged until deemed ready for release rather than adhering to strict vintage schedules. Harvesting is conducted entirely by hand due to the challenging vineyard terrain.
