Nino Negri

Nino Negri Valtellina Superiore DOCG Vigna Fracia 2018

94 points

James Suckling

About

A part of Nino Negri since 1897, this vineyard is situated at the convergence of alpine valleys with abundant glaciers and where cold breezes mean lower than average temperatures.The natural vegetation is Mediterranean with plants such as lavender and rosemary, a strange contrast to the low temperatures. The resulting wine is flavoursome and floral with a characteristically spicy aroma.

Terroir

A part of Nino Negri since 1897, this vineyard is situated at the convergence of alpine valleys with abundant glaciers and where cold breezes mean lower than average temperatures. The natural vegetation is Mediterranean with plants such as lavender and rosemary, a strange contrast to the low temperatures.

Vinification

The grapes are de-stemmed and crushed. Rack and return as per the classic red winemaking process with fermentation at between 77 and 82F. After
malolactic fermentation, the wine rests for at least 12 months in medium-sized oak barrels and a small amount in barriques. The wine ages for at least a further 18 months in the bottle

Tasting Notes

Intense ruby color with slight garnet highlights complex aromas with hints of dog rose and violet evolving into spicy notes such as rosemary and lavender. Dense, rich and well structured tannins on the palate. Well balanced fresh acidity leads to a long, flavorsome finish Another year of bottle aging lends ideal balance to the natural robustness of the wine

Food Pairing

Grilled and roasted meats, game, ripe cheeses, and red-sauce pasta dishes.

Appellation

Valtellina Superiore DOCG

Winemaker

Danilo Drocco

Sizes Available

750 ML

Awards & Recognition

93 points

Wine Spectator

A harmonious red, with a minerally waft of sweet smoke dueling with red licorice on the nose, making for fragrant accents for the flavors of plumped cherry, orange peel, milled pepper and eucalyptus. Long and lightly juicy, with supple tannins firming the creamy, spiced finish. Drink now through 2030

94 points

James Suckling

Fresh flower, strawberry and mushroom aromas follow through to a medium body, with round tannins and tangy acidity. Candied oranges to the plummy fruit. Drinkable now, but even better in a year or two.

92 points

Vinous

The Vigneto Fracia is delicated and understated. Crushed flowers, sweet dried cherries, mint, herbs, and pipe tobacco all grace this very pretty Valtellina Superiore from Nino Negri. All the elements are very nicely balanced.

Vigna Fracia

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