Sforzato CA' RIZZIERI DOCG - Rainoldi

Sturdy and elegant wine, made only in the best vintages. It comes from an accurate selection of Nebbiolo grapes from terraced vineyards in the sub Grumello, Vagella and Valtellina Superiore areas.

The grapes are dryed ("appasite") in a special site called “fruttaio” Cà Rizzieri: its location is at 500 meters altitude, there is a very dry climate and well ventilated, so ideal for natural drying of the grapes.

The fermentation and maturation take place in new barrels of Allier for a period of 15 months. Subsequently (of vital importance) is the aging in bottle for 12 months in cool, dark cellars prior to release.

Grapes: 100% Nebbiolo (Chiavennasca).

Organoleptic characteristics: wine with great structure but equally elegant.

Garnet red colour, typical of the grape comes.

Intense, spicy perfume, with hints of fruit in alcohol and with clear notes of coffee, cocoa, toasted hazelnuts and grapes withered.

Taste: hot, vigorous, full-flavoured, austere, round and harmonious.

Tasting Temperature: 16 ° - 18 ° C., we recommend the use of glasses capable.

FOOD MATCHING: red meat, game and hard cheeses.