ArPePe Sassella Stella Retica Appellation: Valtellina Superiore DOCG, Sassella Region: Lombardia Type: Red, dry Varietal: 100% Chiavennasca (Nebbiolo) Sassella Stella Retica brings the excitement of an incorruptible youth that time Lombardia cannot diminish. Long aging adds complexity without changing the freshness. Tasting Notes MAR ADRIÁTICO Its star-bright garnet color captures you immediately. The nose is full with fresh strawberry, an elegant bouquet of roses, cherry and cranberry. But it is in the mouth the wine reveals itself with a fresh taste, that is somehow rich and MAR TIRRENO persistent, which conquers the enthusiast from the very first sip. Food Pairing It pairs well with all regional cuisine from Lombardia: Pizzoccheri della Valtellina, Tortelli Di Zucca, Cassoeula, Risotto alla Milanese, Ossobuco alla Milanese, and Cotoletta alla Milanese, or antipasto like Bresaola and Valtellina Casera cheese. Serving Temperature: 15° C (54-57º F), serve in a large glass. Vineyard Notes Production Area: Sassella sottozona, municipality of Sondrio ArPePe began in 1984 when Arturo Winemaking Notes Pelizzatti Perego, bolstered by the experience gained in his father’s and Vinification: Traditional with maceration of the pressed fruit. grandfather’s firm, decided to create his Fermentation: Stainless Steel own winery and label. His aim was to realize the full potential of the unique Aging: Two years in oak barrels (50 HL) and at least six months in bottle Valtellina terroir. To do this he reinstated before release. the oldest regional winemaking traditions and focused on producing long-aging Nebbiolo wines. Today, Isabella, Emanuele and Guido continue their father’s work as the fifth generation of winemakers and growers. In just a few years, thanks to careful technological innovations and the choice of a young and passionate team, Arturo’s dream has come true: his rare wines are a true expression of terroir and a major point of reference on the national and international wine scene. 5950 Doyle Street Ste. #4 | Emeryville, CA 94608 | 510-601-6010 | [email protected] © 2020 Vinity Wine Company. All rights reserved..