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ARPEPE Valtellina Superiore Il Pettirosso

ARPEPE Valtellina Superiore Il Pettirosso

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ARPEPE Valtellina Superiore Il Pettirosso
75 cl.
2022
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Details
13.50%
Alcohol 13.50%
Lombardia
Production area Lombardia
DOC Valtellina Superiore
Designation of Origin DOC Valtellina Superiore
Ar.Pe.Pe.
Winery Ar.Pe.Pe.
Contains sulphites
100% Nebbiolo
Varieties 100% Nebbiolo
15.0
Service 15.0
75 cl.
Volume 75 cl.

Tasting notes ARPEPE Valtellina Superiore Il Pettirosso 2022

Red wine Aged in wood Respectful agriculture. 12 meses en tinas y barricas and 12 meses en botella.

ARPEPE Valtellina Superiore Il Pettirosso 2022 presents an appealing bouquet with hints of ripe cherries and blackberries. Upon the first sip, its medium body is evident, notable for its smoothness and balance. The barrel aging imparts a distinctive elegance, with subtle spicy undertones and well-integrated oak. It is perfect for those seeking a mature wine with character, maintaining an excellent balance between fruitiness and structure in every glass.

Style ARPEPE Valtellina Superiore Il Pettirosso
Fruity
Spicy
Young
Barrel
Light
Body
Pairing
White meats, Cured cheeses, Mushrooms, Blue cheeses, Hamburgers, Soft cheeses, Red meat, Game

About ARPEPE Valtellina Superiore Il Pettirosso

The vineyards of ARPEPE in northern Italy (in Lombardy) are often teeming with robins. It is not uncommon to find these little birds flitting among the vines that this winery owns in the heart of Valtellina. That is their territory. However, things changed. One day, while Isabella Pelizzatti (the company's oenologist) was working in the winery, one of these birds slipped into the premises. Seemingly innocently, the tiny creature perched on an old wooden barrel. However, it seemed as if it wanted to warn of something. A few days later, while examining that same barrel, Isabella discovered a small leak between the staves. The wine had to be bottled quickly with just twelve months of aging. Thus, ARPEPE Valtellina Superiore Il Pettirosso was born. 
 
The existence of ARPEPE Valtellina Superiore Il Pettirosso is owed to a small bird. Despite not being aged for the initially planned duration, ARPEPE Valtellina Superiore Il Pettirosso is a remarkably flavourful red. Perhaps one of the finest in Italy. It should not be forgotten that these reds, crafted from the nebbiolo grape, are the ones that uphold the reputation of this northern Italian region, parallel to the Alps. Specifically, this mountain range is one of the primary factors determining the terroir of this area, which is also influenced by the warm breezes from Lake Como. In total, ARPEPE cultivates 13 hectares of vineyards here, spread across terraces in the very heart of the D.O.C. Valtellina Superiore, between Buglio in Monte and Tirano. In the case of ARPEPE Valtellina Superiore Il Pettirosso, the grapes grow on a south-facing plot, at an altitude of between 400 and 500 metres. 
 
In the winery, ARPEPE is renowned for its prolonged macerations. This is also the case with ARPEPE Valtellina Superiore Il Pettirosso. After the manual harvest, where workers even climb the slopes, the grapes are processed, crushed, and placed in a wooden vat where they will macerate for 116 days. Throughout this time, the grape skins will impart anthocyanins to the must. This latter substance is a polyphenol found in the grape skins, responsible for giving the berries their reddish hue. In this way, with this continuous contact, two objectives are achieved: firstly, enhancing the intensity of the wine's colour and aroma; secondly, creating a wine rich in polyphenols (which are antioxidants) that will help Ar.Pe.Pe. Valtellina Superiore Il Pettirosso endure extended aging. 
 
Once maceration is complete, ARPEPE Valtellina Superiore Il Pettirosso ferments using indigenous yeasts, without any intervention, and will rest for 12 months in wooden vats. For a wine to be classified under the DOC Valtellina Superiore, it must undergo a total of 24 months of aging (with a minimum of twelve in wood). ARPEPE Valtellina Superiore Il Pettirosso has already achieved this. Now, only another twelve months in the bottle remain before it is ready for sale. 
 
Despite its modernisation and facilities, ARPEPE Valtellina Superiore Il Pettirosso remains one of the wineries that best preserves the traditional style of Valtellina. 
2022

ARPEPE Valtellina Superiore Il Pettirosso 2022 presents an appealing bouquet with hints of ripe cherries and blackberries. Upon the first sip, its medium body is evident, notable for its smoothness and balance. The barrel aging imparts a distinctive elegance, with subtle spicy undertones and well-integrated oak. It is perfect for those seeking a mature wine with character, maintaining an excellent balance between fruitiness and structure in every glass.
2020

Ar.Pe.Pe. Valtellina Superiore Il Pettirosso 2020 is a slightly mature and full-bodied red wine. On the nose, it offers aromas of ripe cherries and plums, with a subtle hint of spices. On the palate, it is perceived as smooth and balanced, with well-integrated tannins and a persistent finish. This barrel-aged wine stands out for its elegance and depth, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a mature and refined option.

2019

Ar.Pe.Pe. Valtellina Superiore Il Pettirosso 2019 is an elegantly structured red wine exuding subtle aromas of ripe dark fruits and kirsch on the nose. Upon tasting, it reveals a crisp and harmonious profile, accentuated by pronounced mineral and saline nuances, and culminates in a vibrant, spiced finish.
2017

Ar.Pe.Pe. Valtellina Superiore Il Pettirosso 2017 is a succulent red wine, boasting a deep garnet hue, exuding elegance and sophistication. The bouquet is intricate, with subtle aromas of fruit and forest floor. On the palate, it is harmonious and minerally, delightfully flavorful with a hint of spice. The finish is exceptionally prolonged.

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  • We send it to Spain península with Paack to your home, or with PaackGo at a pickup point.
  • The shipment for 12 bottles is €6.95 with Paack, or €6.95 with PaackGo.
  • For orders over €125 shipping is free with Paack or PaackGo.