{"product_id":"valtellina-superiore-grumello-docg-2022-aldo-rainoldi","title":"Valtellina Superiore Grumello DOCG 2022 - Aldo Rainoldi","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat kind of wine is Valtellina Superiore Grumello DOCG 2022 - Aldo Rainoldi?\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eValtellina Superiore Grumello DOCG 2022 - Aldo Rainoldi\u003c\/strong\u003e is an elegant and harmonious red wine, an authentic expression of the Valtellina territory. It originates in the \"Grumello\" sub-zone, an area named after the medieval castle overlooking Sondrio and representing one of the five most renowned geographical mentions of the Valtellina Superiore DOCG appellation.\nThis wine is made from \u003cstrong\u003eNebbiolo grapes, locally called Chiavennasca\u003c\/strong\u003e, which in Valtellina stands out for its fresh and fine profile, with well-integrated tannins and a medium body that favors elegance over power.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage details\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe 2022 vintage was characterized by a balanced climate, with warm but not excessive summers and good temperature variations between day and night. The grapes reached full ripeness, ensuring aromatic concentration and a perfect balance between freshness and structure. The harvest, performed manually on the typical Valtellina terraces, produced healthy bunches rich in aromas, an ideal base for a wine of great finesse.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking and aging\u003c\/h3\u003e\nAfter destemming and crushing, fermentation takes place in steel at a controlled temperature, with maceration on the skins for about 10 days to extract color, aromas, and the right amount of tannins.\nThe wine then matures for \u003cstrong\u003ealmost two years in Slavonian oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, a traditional wood that gives complexity and roundness without covering the varietal freshness of Nebbiolo. This is followed by an aging of approximately \u003cstrong\u003enine months in the bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e, during which the wine completes its balance before being released to the market.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eValtellina Superiore Grumello DOCG 2022 - Aldo Rainoldi\u003c\/strong\u003e expresses a refined and sincere character, faithful to the Valtellina tradition.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eColor\u003c\/h3\u003e\nVisually, it presents a \u003cstrong\u003ebrilliant ruby red\u003c\/strong\u003e with garnet reflections, a distinctive sign of mountain Nebbiolo and its natural evolution over time.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNose\u003c\/h3\u003e\nOn the nose, it opens with notes of cherry, raspberry, and small ripe red fruits, followed by delicate floral hints of violet and spicy notes of white pepper and licorice. With aeration, mineral and balsamic nuances emerge, revealing the freshness of the alpine terroir.\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePalate\u003c\/h3\u003e\nOn the palate, it is balanced and dynamic: the \u003cstrong\u003etannins\u003c\/strong\u003e, soft and well-polished, support a lean but persistent structure. The sip is fresh and savory, with an elegant finish reminiscent of red fruit and a pleasant mineral imprint, typical of mountain wines.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFood pairings for Valtellina Superiore Grumello DOCG 2022 - Aldo Rainoldi\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThis wine is extremely versatile at the table. It pairs perfectly with traditional Valtellina dishes and many Italian culinary preparations:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epizzoccheri and pasta dishes with butter and cheese;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eroasts of white or light red meats;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esemi-aged cheeses and typical mountain cured meats;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edishes with mushrooms or polenta with game.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nIts freshness also makes it enjoyable with less structured dishes, ideal for those seeking a red wine with character but easy to drink.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage and aging: how to store Valtellina Superiore Grumello DOCG 2022 - Aldo Rainoldi wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\nTo best preserve it, store the bottles \u003cstrong\u003ehorizontally\u003c\/strong\u003e, in a cool, dark environment with a constant temperature between 12 and 16°C. It is important to avoid thermal shock and direct light sources.\nThanks to its balanced structure and fine tannins, this wine can be enjoyed young for its liveliness, but also allowed to evolve in the cellar for \u003cstrong\u003e8-10 years\u003c\/strong\u003e, developing more complex notes of spices and undergrowth.\nA perfect expression of Valtellina Nebbiolo, capable of recounting the poetry of the Valtellina terraces and the expertise of the Aldo Rainoldi winery every year.","brand":"Aldo Rainoldi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52415389860179,"sku":"V05-A009-2022-05_D002","price":24.78,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/2603\/6307\/files\/valtellina-superiore-grumello-docg-2022-aldo-rainoldi.jpg?v=1764415470","url":"https:\/\/www.astemyo.com\/en\/products\/valtellina-superiore-grumello-docg-2022-aldo-rainoldi","provider":"Astemyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}