Rainoldi - Valtellina Sfursat 2019 (750ml)

At the end of the Nineties, after completing his studies in viticulture and oenology, Aldo Rainoldi, Giuseppe’s grandson, joins the company to continue the family tradition. The aim is to combine qualitative growth with respect for the environment, leading the company to the next generation.
Today Rainoldi is one of the most popular wineries in Valtellina.
The great success is surely due to quality and experience, two factors that place Rainoldi among the most refined wines in Valtellina.

The Sforzato wine you will not forget

This technique dating back to the early 17th century was reserved for the production of a prestigious wine called Sforzato or Sfursat in the dialectal jargon.

The grapes used to produce “Sfursat” can come from both the Rosso di Valtellina DOC area and Valtellina Superiore DOCG area provided that the yield is contained within 80 quintals per hectare and the bunches are chosen according to the following factors:

open bunches;
flawless health;
perfectly intact skin.

Chiavennasca (Nebbiolo) grapes are harvested in the first ten days of October. Carefully arranged in small boxes of 5 – 6 kg or on racks, they are then left to dry in special ventilated rooms called “fruttai” until early December, so that the weight loss reaches 30% – 32% of the initial weight. The result is a concentration of sugars, polyphenols and aromas such as to produce a dry wine with great personality and finesse, suitable for the most varied occasions and food-wine pairings.

Tasting Notes - 
The concentrations reached and the aromas that develop with drying make it a wine of great finesse and personality. Intense ruby red colour. Rich and spicy bouquet with hints of jam and dried red flowers. Warm, vigorous, with a full, round and harmonious flavour.