Sassella Valtellina Superiore DOCG 2020

The Sassella area is one of the most beautiful in the entire Valtellina. Just under 120 hectares of terraced vineyards on rocky soils particularly rich in iron. We are between 300 metres above sea level, with vineyards that extend to more than 600 metres. 100% Chiavennasca maturing on the sunny south-facing vineyards, this wine is the result of a traditional vinification process, with a long maceration phase on the skins to allow the complete extraction of colour and ripe tannins. For the maturation phase, in this case the Rainoldi winemaker foresees a passage of no less than 20 months in oak barrels of 25 and 56 hectolitres. The result is a beautiful wine characterised by a ruby red colour, with delicate and fine aromas reminiscent of ripe red fruit, sweet spices and slightly wilted flowers. In the mouth, then, a pleasantly harmonious and velvety wine is revealed. An extremely enjoyable wine that does not disdain a classic combination with white and red meats. For lovers of local food pairings, this red wine goes well with the classic pizzocheri, but if you want to exaggerate and risk some unconventional combinations, it can even be served with stewed fish.