DOC · since 2011
Valtellina rosso
Wine · PDO · 6 municipalities
Valtellina Rosso DOC is a single-style Lombardy appellation made from at least 90% Nebbiolo, locally known as Chiavennasca, grown on steep slopes between Ardenno and Tirano. Unlike neighboring regional denominations, this designation strictly forbids qualifiers like 'riserva', 'superiore', 'extra', or 'scelto' on the label, emphasizing a direct, dry, and slightly tannic profile instead. To qualify, the wine requires a minimum aging period of six months, which starts specifically on December 1st following the harvest. This process yields a light ruby wine with a minimum alcohol content of 11.0% vol and a delicate, persistent aroma.
Nebbiolo (localmente Chiavennasca) 90%1 yrs ageing11% vol min100 q/ha maxsource ↗
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The facts
- Colour
- ruby red, with possible garnet highlights
- Taste
- dry and slightly tannic, with possible perception of wood
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Valtellina rosso produced?
- Valtellina rosso is produced in 6 municipalities in Lombardy, Italy: Albosaggia, Ardenno, Piateda, Ponte in Valtellina and more.
- What grape is Valtellina rosso made from?
- Valtellina rosso is made from Nebbiolo (localmente Chiavennasca) (min 90%), altri vitigni a bacca rossa non aromatici idonei (Lombardia).
- How long must Valtellina rosso age?
- Valtellina rosso must age at least 6 months according to its disciplinare.
- What is the minimum alcohol content of Valtellina rosso?
- The minimum alcohol content of Valtellina rosso is 11% vol.
- What does DOC mean?
- DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) certifies that a wine is produced in a defined zone following its official disciplinare.