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Valt. Sup. Grumello Tirso D.O.C.G. 2019
€17.00
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Special features: "Tirso" is the invented name that we wanted to use for this wine and refers to a ritual stick wrapped in ivy, vine leaves and bunches of grapes. According to mythology, the faithful of Dionysus (also called Bacchus), the Greek god of vines, wine and mystical delirium, exultantly agitated him at parties where a heated atmosphere reigned. This Grumello is part of the classic line called "Wines of the Dei”...one of the divine “nectars” produced on the steep terraces of Valtellina.
Produced in Italy - Contains sulfites - Alcohol content: 13,50% vol.
Awards: Recognitions and evaluations from the main sector guides: AIS "Vitae" ; Viniplus AIS Lombardy; Gold Guide Veronelli's Wines; Vinibuoni d'Italia Guide; Paolo Massobrio's Golosario; Essential Guide to Italian Wines by Daniele Cernilli.
History: being one of the wines with the Valtellina Superiore Docg denomination, it has also been produced for many years, it is a “ classic” for Cantina Nera. The Nebbiolo "Chiavennasca" grapes, which we use for this wine, are harvested in the "Grumello" area, set between Sassella and Inferno, but with interesting distinctive characteristics.
Special features: "Tirso" is the invented name that we wanted to use for this wine and refers to a ritual stick wrapped in ivy, vine leaves and bunches of grapes. According to mythology, the faithful of Dionysus (also called Bacchus), the Greek god of vines, wine and mystical delirium, exultantly agitated him at parties where a heated atmosphere reigned. This Grumello is part of the classic line called "Wines of the Dei”...one of the divine “nectars” produced on the steep terraces of Valtellina
Why buy it: it is a full-bodied wine, with an excellent balance, with a lively aroma , with a delicate taste and long aged in oak barrels. Elegant tannins and persistent finish. But it is also a versatile Nebbiolo, as it can be combined with Valtellina cheeses, typical cured meats, first courses, white and red meats.
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Nebbiolo (Chiavennasca), Pignola and Rossola cultivated with modified Valtellina arch |
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Vineyards cultivated in the production areas of Valtellina Superiore Grumello DOCG: Sondrio and Montagna in predominantly sandy, permeable and basically acidic soils |
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350-450 m a.s.l |
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Maceration on the skins for about 10 days. Aging for a minimum of 12 months in medium-sized oak barrels. Matures for at least 24 months in barrels, 12 of them in oak barrels before release |
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Brilliant ruby red. Intense and complex to the nose with characteristic fruity notes accompanied by a mineral trace. Vigorous, it reveals an excellent balance. Wine with elegant tannins and persistent |
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Valtellina cheeses, local cured meats, first courses, white and red meats. |
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16-18 °C in a balloon glass |
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0,375 L • 0,75 L |