Wine Spectator 2020, Sassella Rocce Rosse 2002, 31 ottobre 2020

Valtellina's Distinctive Nebbiolos
Wine Spectator, Alison Napjus, October 31, 2020

Valtellina Nebbiolos are typically bright and sleek, showing the grape's characteristic cherry, strawberry, herb and spice notes. Their taut tannins are partnered with a lively acidic presence, in contrast to Barolo, which has more density to the tannic structure. 

 

These wines were tasted for the Valtellina tasting report in the Oct. 31, 2020, issue of Wine Spectator magazine, by Alison Napjus. For a full analysis of the latest vintages, and top wines and top values charts, read "Valtellina's Distinctive Nebbiolos." WineSpectator.com members can find all reviews, with full tasting notes, in the Wine Ratings Search.

WineScorePrice
ARPEPE
Rosso di Valtellina 2014 89 $39
Valtellina Superiore Grumello Buon Consiglio Riserva 2007 93 $105
Valtellina Superiore Grumello Rocca de Piro Riserva 2011 91 $49
Valtellina Superiore Inferno Fiamme Antiche Riserva 2011 91 $76
Valtellina Superiore Sassella Rocce Rosse Riserva 2007 95 $105
Valtellina Superiore Sassella Rocce Rosse Riserva 2005 93 $105
Valtellina Superiore Sassella Rocce Rosse Riserva 2002 93 $76
Valtellina Superiore Sassella Stella Retica Riserva 2010 93 $49
Valtellina Superiore Sassella Ultimi Raggi 2007 92 $110
Valtellina Superiore Sassella Vigna Regina Riserva 2007 96 $110

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