Ca'Rizzieri 2017 Sforzato di Valtellina Docg Aldo Rainoldi Fruit Box
Ca'Rizzieri 2017 Sforzato di Valtellina Docg Aldo Rainoldi Fruit Box
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What does this wine taste like?
Technical details
| Cellar | Rainoldi Aldo Casa Vinicola |
|---|---|
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Lombardy |
| SIze | 0.75l |
| Grapes | Chiavennasca |
Description
Fruttaio Ca’Rizzieri 2017 Sforzato di Valtellina DOCG Aldo Rainoldi
Fruttaio Ca’Rizzieri 2017 Sforzato di Valtellina DOCG by Rainoldi Aldo Casa Vinicola is a red wine of great personality, an expression of one of the most prestigious labels of Valtellina. It comes from vineyards located in the areas of Valtellina Superiore DOCG and Rosso di Valtellina DOC, with a southern exposure and altitudes between 400 and 650 meters. It is a wine that combines strength, elegance, and aromatic depth, designed for those seeking an important bottle that is consistent with the Valtellinese tradition.
Territory and wine style
Valtellina is a mountainous area suited for vine cultivation, where the local Nebbiolo expresses a refined and vertical profile. In this context, Fruttaio Ca’Rizzieri 2017 interprets the style of Sforzato di Valtellina DOCG with the drying of the grapes for about two months, a process that concentrates aromas, structure, and taste depth. The aging in small oak barrels, followed by a period in steel and further resting in the bottle, helps define a complex, harmonious wine suitable for positive evolution over time.
Tasting notes
In the glass, it presents an . The bouquet is broad and rich, with hints of aromatic herbs, cherry in spirits, cinchona, and tobacco. On the palate, it is full and enveloping, supported by an important structure and powerful tannins, well integrated thanks to the drying process. Freshness accompanies the sip and balances its richness, while the long and persistent finish leaves an elegant and profound sensation.
Recommended pairings
Fruttaio Ca’Rizzieri 2017 Sforzato di Valtellina DOCG pairs well with rich and flavorful dishes that can withstand its intensity. It is ideal with braised meats, game, stews, slow-cooked dishes, and preparations with mushrooms or truffles. Excellent also with aged and flavorful cheeses, or as a dessert wine with dark chocolate or slightly sweet dry pastries, when a pairing with great character is desired.
Serving temperature
The ideal temperature to serve Fruttaio Ca’Rizzieri 2017 is between 16 and 18°C, in wide glasses that favor the expression of the aromatic profile. If the bottle has been stored for a long time, it may be helpful to open it a bit in advance to allow the wine to breathe and show its complexity at its best.
Why buy it
Choosing Fruttaio Ca’Rizzieri 2017 Sforzato di Valtellina DOCG means bringing to the table an important wine, linked to a unique territory and a recognizable style. It is a bottle that combines concentration, elegance, and length, perfect for special occasions, important dinners, or to enrich a cellar with a great Italian mountain red. An ideal purchase for those seeking quality, personality, and territorial identity.
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