Vigna Ca'Guicciardi Valtellina Superoire DOCG Inferno 2019
Nino Negri
Terrior: The schist rock is the result of the transformation of rocks at great depths during the formation of the Alps. The schist in this vineyard is light-coloured with infiltrations of white quartz. The extremely high terracing has been backfilled over the centuries with small quantities of clay, sand and loam.
Vinification: The grapes are de-stemmed and crushed. Rack and return as per the classic red winemaking process with fermentation at between 25 and 28°C
Additional Information
The Vineyard takes its name from the farmhouse situated at its heart. The hillside cru is distinctive for its little steep-sided valleys. Sizeable rock faces alternate with terracing supported by some of the highest dry-stone walls in Valtellina. The special colour of the rock tending towards a quartz-like white augments considerably the power of the sun leading to greater temperatures and light than in other parts of the valley so bringing out the fruitiness of the wine.
The 2019 vintage started with a rather cold spring including late snow which fell on the budding Nebbiolo without, however, any damaging consequences. Summer had average temperatures for the season but with low rainfall. Significant rain began only in September, replenishing the sources of water supply and allowing the Nebbiolo to reach perfect ripeness in time for the harvest.
Technical Details
- Appellation: Valtellina Superiore DOC
- Winemaker: Danilo Drocco
- Sustainability: Sustainable Practices
- Soil: Sand, Gravel
- Alcohol: 14%
- Pack Size: 6/750ml
- Varietals: 100% Chiavennasca (Nebbiolo)
Recent Press
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Score: 93 Points
Wine Enthusiast Author: Jeff Porter
Date: Thursday, December 14, 2023This mountain red envelops you from the start with aromas of roasted cherries, savory spice and pressed red flowers. The precise and elegant palate serves macerated raspberries balanced by alpine herbs, crushed stones and elegant tannins. -
Score: 93 Points
JamesSuckling.com Author: James Suckling
Date: Thursday, December 14, 2023Sweet berry and cherry with some lemon and orange-peel character. Watermelon, too. Medium body. Medium, round tannins and a creamy finish. Lovely texture and flavors here. Drink or hold. -
Score: 94 Points
Wine Spectator Author: Alison Napjus
Date: Thursday, December 14, 2023An elegant red, with well-integrated minerally overtones, fresh juiciness and a plush texture, plus flavors of wild strawberry, fine tobacco, iron, orange peel and a touch of red licorice. The well-spiced finish keeps drawing you back for another sip. Drink now through 2030. 1,250 cases made, 500 cases imported. -
Score: 93 Points
JamesSuckling.com Author: James Suckling
Date: Thursday, November 17, 2022"Sweet berry and cherry with some lemon and orange-peel character. Watermelon, too. Medium body. Medium, round tannins and a creamy finish. Lovely texture and flavors here. Drink or hold."
