{"title":"Valtellina Superiore","description":"\u003cp id=\"blog\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMore on Ar.Pe.Pe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNebbiolo from the Alps, from Valtellina in Lombardy to be exact, practically in Switzerland, where the wines are in every respect lighter and leaner than their better known Nebbiolo cousins in Barolo and Barbaresco or even northern Piedmont. They have their own set of aromas, wild berries, dried raspberries, flint, crushed granite and smoke, with a lively, focused purity from light, mineral infused grapes, some say they’re Pinot-esque. This is down to the poverty of the soil, essentially schist and granite, and the elevation of up to 700 meters above sea level resulting in fruit with intense minerality. The valley runs from Lake Como to the Stelvio Pass, west to east, with all the vineyards planted on the northern slopes with long sunshine days and a mild microclimate that’s almost Mediterranean like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLocated on impressively steep granite terraces which can be traced back to pre-Roman times, now a Unesco World Heritage site, the Perego family have been making wine here since 1860.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat distinguishes the wines of Ar.Pe.Pe. is their focus on long aging and tradition. Everything is worked by hand, with minimum intervention, and the wines only released when the family deem they’re ready for drinking. The wines though have the quality and depth to age gracefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere are plots in three specific sites in Sassella, Grumello and Inferno and they decide on the number of wines to vinify with each vintage. Meaning that, from year to year, the range can be quite different but always Nebbiolo and always with incredible results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEach year they bottle a \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRosso di Valtellina\u003c\/strong\u003e, a blend from any of the three sites. In the good vintages ARPEPE makes\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eValtellina Superiore\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewines from the Sassella, Grumello and Inferno, that see a longer maceration and up to 30 months in Chestnut barrels followed by time in bottle before being released. In exceptional vintages ARPEPE produces its five “\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRiserva\u003c\/strong\u003e” wines, wines that deserve both time and attention. Wines that appear pale and light but with a burgundy like elegance, delicate yet full, gentle and ethereal. Age-worthy and a must for any genuine cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ar-pe-pe-inferno-sesto-canto-riserva","title":"ArPePe 'Sesto Canto' 2013 Inferno Valtellina Superiore Inferno Riserva","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArPePe 'Sesto Canto' Valtellina Superiore Inferno Riserva, Italy, 2013\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpressing a deep and concentrated nose which is mostly representative of it's mountainous terroir, flinty minerality, graphite, forest fruits, pressed rose and sloe berry, ripe strawberry all emerge from the glass. It's elegance is well balanced with refined and fresh acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Made in high-altitude mountain vineyards, this classy, fragrant Nebbiolo combines structure, depth, elegance and personality. It features enticing scents of pressed rose, Alpine herb, new leather, camphor and wild red berry while the lithe, delicious palate delivers raspberry compote, cinnamon, tobacco and star anise alongside firm but extremely refined tannins. Bright acidity keeps it impeccably balanced and energized while a flinty mineral note lingers on the close. Just gorgeous. Drink through 2043\"  96 Kerin O'Keefe Aug 2021\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePairs well with bresaola, grilled lamb, roast vegetables\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ELY Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39781168873639,"sku":"","price":129.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0493\/3671\/3383\/products\/Ar.Pe.Pe.Inferno_SestoCantoRiserva.png?v=1619170885"},{"product_id":"ar-pe-pe-grumello-rocca-de-piro","title":"ArPePe 'Rocca de Piro' 2017 Valtellina Superiore Grumello","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArPePe 'Rocca de Piro' Valtellina Superiore Grumello, Italy, 2017\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom 50-100-year-old vines in the Buon Consiglio and San Antonio single vineyards in the Grumello subzone of Valtellina, lying beneath the fourteenth century Castel Gremello that lends its' name to the wine. There's a little more subsoil here and that gives the wine a certain softness over its siblings, Sassella and Inferno. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKerin O'Keefe wrote in The Wine Enthusiast (October 2020) \u003cem\u003e\"Initially shy, the subtle nose eventually reveals new leather, Alpine herb and wild berry. The savory palate has an understated elegance, offering Marasca cherry, pomegranate and graphite alongside refined tannins. Drink through 2027.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePairs well with bresaola, grilled lamb, roast vegetables\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ELY Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39781629034663,"sku":"","price":64.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0493\/3671\/3383\/products\/Ar.Pe.Pe.Grumello_RoccadePiro_3.png?v=1619171810"},{"product_id":"wine-box-2-arpepe-outstanding-nebbiolo-from-the-italian-alps","title":"Arpepe - Outstanding Nebbiolo from the Italian Alps 3 bottle Gift Box","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArpepe is one of the leading producers in Valtellina, a strikingly beautiful wine region in the Italian Alps, where Nebbiolo goes by the name of Chiavennasca. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":240}' data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere, high in the mountains, Arpepe produces some of Italy’s finest reds –\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNebbiolo \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ewhich is a little lighter and more elegant that those of Piedmont, but with all of the other glorious traits those wines possess. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA stunning introduction to the beguiling wines of Arpepe, three different wines from three different vintages, this is very definitely an ideal gift to any lover of wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIl Pettirosso 2019 Valtellina Superiore DOCG \u003c\/strong\u003e– the Robin Redbreast - is a blend of three outstanding sites, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiamme Antiche\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e2019\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eValtellina Superiore Inferno DOCG \u003c\/strong\u003efrom the sun-drenched granite slopes of Poggiridenti.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStella Retica\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e2017\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eValtellina Superiore Sassella DOCG \u003c\/strong\u003efrom the coolest vineyard of all, within touching distance of the mountain-top glaciers. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":240}' data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":240}' data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ELY","offers":[{"title":"3 Bottles (1 of Each)","offer_id":40162719301799,"sku":"","price":180.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 Bottles (2 of Each)","offer_id":40162719334567,"sku":"","price":360.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0493\/3671\/3383\/products\/inferno.jpg?v=1621601259"},{"product_id":"ar-pe-pe-sassela-stella-retica","title":"Arpepe 'Stella Retica' Sassella 2017 Valtellina Superiore Sassella","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArPePe 'Stella Retica' Valtellina Superiore Sassella, Italy 2017\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is Nebbiolo at its most ethereal and elegant, pale in colour, fragrant and fine, but with all of the varietal character that makes Nebbiolo one of the greatest of red grapes. Sassella translates as Rock in the local dialect. With long macerations, 50 days on its' skins and the incredible terroir, gives this wine a remarkable minerality. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Fragrant and loaded with finesse, this lovely red opens with heady aromas of woodland berry, wild rose and camphor. Lithe and delicious, the elegant palate offers juicy red cherry, crushed strawberry, baked spice and a tangy mineral note suggesting granite. It's well balanced, with polished tannins and fresh acidity. Drink through 2032.\" Kerin O'Keefe The Wine Enthusiast October 2021\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePairs well with bresaola, grilled lamb and roast vegetables.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more on the wine maker \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.elywinebar.ie\/collections\/valtellina-superiore#blog\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclick here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ELY Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40152361762983,"sku":"","price":59.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0493\/3671\/3383\/products\/UpdatedWines-IS24.5.21_4.png?v=1621852624"},{"product_id":"arpepe-sassella-stella-retica-2019-valtellina-superiore-sassella-copy","title":"Arpepe 'Stella Retica' Sassella 2019 Valtellina Superiore Sassella","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArPePe 'Stella Retica' Valtellina Superiore Sassella, Italy 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is Nebbiolo at its most ethereal and elegant, pale in colour, fragrant and fine, but with all of the varietal character that makes Nebbiolo one of the greatest of red grapes. Sassella translates as Rock in the local dialect. With long macerations, 50 days on its' skins and the incredible terroir, gives this wine a remarkable minerality. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The Ar. Pe. Pe. 2019 Valtellina Superiore Sassella Stella Retica shows a dry aroma of graham cracker or sawdust that takes a minute or two to lift. The bouquet then veers toward a pretty interlude of cassis, forest fruit, or dried blueberry that then segues to chalky tannins that are a little more astringent in the Stella Retica. That extra structure sets this wine up for a pairing with stewed meats with juniper berry and bay leaf.\" 94+ Wine Advocate January 2024\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePairs well with bresaola, grilled lamb and roast vegetables.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more on the wine maker \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.elywinebar.ie\/collections\/valtellina-superiore#blog\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclick here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ELY Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":66035951501661,"sku":null,"price":64.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0493\/3671\/3383\/products\/UpdatedWines-IS24.5.21_4.png?v=1621852624"},{"product_id":"arpepe-stella-retica-sassella-2019-valtellina-superiore-sassella-copy","title":"Arpepe 'Fiamme Antiche' Inferno 2019 Valtellina Superiore Inferno","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArPePe 'Fiamme Antiche' Valtellina Superiore Inferno, Italy 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is Nebbiolo at its most ethereal and elegant, pale in colour, fragrant and fine, but with all of the varietal character that makes Nebbiolo one of the greatest of red grapes. The Inferno subzone creates wines with glorious finesse, structure and longevity, with lovely mineral tones. With long macerations, 50 days on its' skins, and the incredible terroir, gives this wine a remarkable minerality. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Layered and vibrant dark fruit profile with blueberries, strawberries, sweet violets and some peppery notes. Sucrosity on the palate with a medium body, silky tannins and a savory finish showing black olive flavor. Drink or hold.\" JamesSuckling.com July 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePairs well with bresaola, grilled lamb and roast vegetables.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more on the wine maker \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.elywinebar.ie\/collections\/valtellina-superiore#blog\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclick here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ELY Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":66036131955037,"sku":null,"price":64.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0493\/3671\/3383\/products\/UpdatedWines-IS24.5.21_4.png?v=1621852624"},{"product_id":"arpepe-fiamme-antiche-inferno-2022-valtellina-superiore-inferno-copy","title":"Arpepe 'Fiamme Antiche' Inferno 2022 Valtellina Superiore Inferno","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArPePe 'Fiamme Antiche' Valtellina Superiore Inferno, Italy 2022\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is Nebbiolo at its most ethereal and elegant, pale in colour, fragrant and fine, but with all of the varietal character that makes Nebbiolo one of the greatest of red grapes. The Inferno subzone creates wines with glorious finesse, structure and longevity, with lovely mineral tones. With long macerations, 50 days on its' skins, and the incredible terroir, gives this wine a remarkable minerality. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"The 2022 Inferno Fiamme Antiche is lithe and lovely, with a captivating fragrance of wild rose, crushed stone, Alpine herb and red forest berry. Linear and elegant, the palate offers succulent Marasca cherry, wild strawberry, bitter orange and fine tobacco blend alongside taut, ultra-refined tannins. A classic mountain Nebbiolo, it has fresh acidity that lends racy tension.\" 94 Kerin O'Keefe Dec 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"A svelte, mouthwatering red, with fine integration to its silky tannins and notes of pureed raspberry, blood orange peel, rooibos tea, dried mint and leather. Glides across the palate, with its flavors expanding through the lingering, lightly spiced finish.\" 92 Wine Spectator Aug 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePairs well with bresaola, grilled lamb and roast vegetables.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more on the wine maker \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.elywinebar.ie\/collections\/valtellina-superiore#blog\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclick here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ELY Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":66036377420125,"sku":null,"price":69.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0493\/3671\/3383\/products\/UpdatedWines-IS24.5.21_4.png?v=1621852624"},{"product_id":"arpepe-rocca-de-piro-2019-valtellina-superiore-grumello-copy","title":"ArPePe 'Rocca de Piro' Grumello 2019 Valtellina Superiore Grumello","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArPePe 'Rocca de Piro' Valtellina Superiore Grumello, Italy, 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom 50-100-year-old vines in the Buon Consiglio and San Antonio single vineyards in the Grumello subzone of Valtellina, lying beneath the fourteenth century Castel Gremello that lends its' name to the wine. There's a little more subsoil here and that gives the wine a certain softness over its siblings, Sassella and Inferno, making them a little more accessible sooner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"I just love this wine, thanks to its sheer brightness and energy. The Ar. Pe. Pe. 2019 Valtellina Superiore Grumello Rocca de Piro reveals impeccable balance and a very silky quality, with nuanced delivery of cherry cola, white licorice root and blue mountain flower. The wine evokes a warmer sense as well with mountain meadow and sunshine on slate rock. All of these elements work in harmony and transfer to the palate with soft intensity. Production is 12,850 bottles.\" 95 Wine Advocate Jan 2024\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePairs well with bresaola, grilled lamb, roast vegetables\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ELY Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":66036475330909,"sku":null,"price":64.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0493\/3671\/3383\/products\/Ar.Pe.Pe.Grumello_RoccadePiro_3.png?v=1619171810"},{"product_id":"arpepe-rocce-rosse-2016-sassella-valtellina-sassella-superiore-riserva","title":"Arpepe 'Rocce Rosse' 2016 Sassella Valtellina Sassella Superiore Riserva","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArpepe 'Rocce Rosse' Valtellina Superiore Sassella Riserva, Italy 2016\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNamed after the iron-rich 'red rock' of this cru-subzone, the Rocce Rosse is only made in exceptional vintages. It's a more powerful, dense wine (by Arpepe standards). Like most of their wines, this is beguiling, with smoke, dark spice, lavender and star anise on the nose. There's a richness and structure that reflects the granite terraces, the hard working vines, the 40 day maceration and 5 years of aging in barrel, concrete vats and eventually bottles. A triumph.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Tight, taut and very young, this gorgeous wine has intense aromas of Alpine berry, orange zest, camphor and cake spice. On the savory, elegantly structured palate, firm tannins accompany crushed mint, wild strawberry, pomegranate and grilled Porcini. A salty note signals the close while vibrant acidity keeps it balanced.\" Drink through 2046 98 Kerin O'Keefe December 2024\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Very flowery on the nose, with fresh violets, roses, red currants, bright fruitiness, licorice and stony minerality. The attack is soft, with a medium body, brilliant crisp acidity and tight yet ripe tannins soaked in fruit. Not an easy wine, more elegant than powerful. It needs time to develop more complexity. Drinkable now, but best from 2026.\" 96 JamesSuckling.com Aug 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"The Ar. Pe. Pe. 2016 Valtellina Superiore Riserva Sassella Rocce Rosse is initially understated with timid primary fruit, blood orange and apricot. There is a pretty spiciness as well, with dried cinnamon stick, nutmeg and tanned leather. The wine needs time, and if you come back to the glass after a little pause, it sings with greater intensity and balance. This is a release of 25,302 bottles that sees 97 days on the skins and 34 months of wood and cement aging.\" 96 Wine Advocate Jan 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an exceptional wine, a heroic wine and one worthy of any cellar or, more importantly, any moment that should be shared and cherished, with yourself or with a worthy friend. Enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ELY Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":66037009514845,"sku":null,"price":129.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0493\/3671\/3383\/products\/Ar.Pe.Pe.Sassella_RocceRosseRiserva_1.png?v=1619169299"},{"product_id":"arpepe-rocce-rosse-2018-sassella-valtellina-sassella-superiore-riserva-copy-1","title":"Arpepe 'Rocce Rosse' 2018 Sassella Valtellina Sassella Superiore Riserva","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArpepe 'Rocce Rosse' Valtellina Superiore Sassella Riserva, Italy 2018\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNamed after the iron-rich 'red rock' of this cru-subzone, the Rocce Rosse is only made in exceptional vintages. It's a more powerful, dense wine (by Arpepe standards). Like most of their wines, this is beguiling, with smoke, dark spice, lavender and star anise on the nose. There's a richness and structure that reflects the granite terraces, the hard working vines, the 40 day maceration and 5 years of aging in barrel, concrete vats and eventually bottles. Always a triumph.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"This wine has risen to become the estate's flagship, a pure expression of the rocky and windy Sassella sub-zone, known for its wines' structure, minerality and ageing potential. Just released, this 100% Nebbiolo shows a brilliant garnet colour and a confident mix of ripe cherries layered with cinnamon, chocolate and a distinct mineral backbone. Its firm tannins are nonetheless juicy, balanced by vibrant acidity and built to evolve long and gracefully. Dreaming of this with porcini risotto.\" 94 Decanter July 2025\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Refined and harmonious overall, but sculpted tannins bring breadth and weight to the flavors of sun-dried cherry, strawberry, red licorice, leather, spices and blood orange pâte de fruit. Refreshing, with succulent juiciness, this is long and plush on the finish, echoing dusty spice and mineral notes.\" 95 Wine Spectator Aug 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Intense and perfumed nose of rosemary, cherry pits, flowers, balsamic, dried oranges, rhubarb, Parma violets and cinnamon enhanced by stony minerality. On the palate it's smooth, silky and medium-bodied, with velvety tannins, crisp acidity and balsamic flavors. Tight-knit and precise, it's a bit austere in the finish yet forthright.\" 96 \u003c\/span\u003eJamesSuckling.com June 2025\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"The 2018 Valtellina Superiore Sassella Riserva Rocce Rosse is bright, lifted and translucent in the glass. It offers striking intensity and yet remains light on its feet. Crushed red berry fruit, white flowers, mint, chalk and tangerine peel build with time in the glass, filling out the layers effortlessly. There is a feeling of translucency here that is utterly beguiling. Readers will find a wine of real stature and pedigree.\" 94 Vinous Feb 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ELY Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":66037074264413,"sku":null,"price":136.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0493\/3671\/3383\/products\/Ar.Pe.Pe.Sassella_RocceRosseRiserva_1.png?v=1619169299"},{"product_id":"arpepe-sesto-canto-2013-inferno-valtellina-superiore-inferno-riserva-copy","title":"ArPePe 'Sant Antonio' 2013 Grumello Valtellina Superiore Grumello Riserva","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArPePe 'Sant Antonio' 2013 Grumello Valtellina Superiore Grumello Riserva\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom 50-100-year-old vines in the Buon Consiglio and San Antonio single vineyards in the Grumello subzone of Valtellina, lying beneath the fourteenth century Castel Gremello that lends its' name to the wine. There's a little more subsoil here and that gives the wine a certain softness over its siblings, Sassella and Inferno, making them a little more accessible sooner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"All about finesse and depth, this opens with enticing scents recalling underbrush, dried rose petal, camphor and perfumed berry. Structured and linear, the elegant palate features dried cherry, spiced cranberry and star anise set against a saline mineral note. Taut, refined tannins and bright acidity keep it vibrant. Already enjoyable, it also offers very good aging potential.\" 94 Kerin O'Keefe Aug 2021\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ELY Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":66037447688541,"sku":null,"price":129.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0493\/3671\/3383\/products\/Ar.Pe.Pe.Inferno_SestoCantoRiserva.png?v=1619170885"},{"product_id":"arpepe-sant-antonio-2016-grumello-valtellina-superiore-grumello-riserva","title":"ArPePe 'Sant Antonio' 2016 Grumello Valtellina Superiore Grumello Riserva","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArPePe 'Sant Antonio' 2016 Grumello Valtellina Superiore Grumello Riserva\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom 50-100-year-old vines in the Buon Consiglio and San Antonio single vineyards in the Grumello subzone of Valtellina, lying beneath the fourteenth century Castel Gremello that lends its' name to the wine. There's a little more subsoil here and that gives the wine a certain softness over its siblings, Sassella and Inferno, making them a little more accessible sooner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Game, smoke, earth, strawberries and bright licorice root depth. The attack is soft and elegant, with silky tannins and refreshing acidity. A chewy, vivid finish.\" 93 JamesSuckling.com June 2024\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The 2016 Valtellina Superiore Grumello Riserva Sant’Antonio is now fully mature. Dried cherry, cedar, pipe tobacco, mint, dried herbs and brown spice are all consistent with a wine that is peaking today. The 2016 has enough energy to drink well for another handful years, but I would not push my luck too far beyond that.\" 92 Vinous Feb 2026\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Dense and layered, this opens nicely with air in the glass, revealing flavors of dried raspberry, eucalyptus, leather and black tea enmeshed with a core of firm tannins. Showing fine balance and good energy overall, this should shine even brighter after short-term cellaring.\" 94 Wine Spectator March 2024\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ELY Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":66038114746717,"sku":null,"price":129.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0493\/3671\/3383\/products\/Ar.Pe.Pe.Inferno_SestoCantoRiserva.png?v=1619170885"},{"product_id":"arpepe-buon-consiglio-2016-grumello-valtellina-superiore-grumello-riserva","title":"ArPePe 'Buon Consiglio' 2016 Grumello Valtellina Superiore Grumello Riserva","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArPePe 'Buon Consiglio' 2016 Grumello Valtellina Superiore Grumello Riserva\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom 50-100-year-old vines in the Buon Consiglio and San Antonio single vineyards in the Grumello subzone of Valtellina, lying beneath the fourteenth century Castel Gremello that lends its' name to the wine. There's a little more subsoil here and that gives the wine a certain softness over its siblings, Sassella and Inferno, making them a little more accessible sooner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Restrained wine, stony and spicy with licorice, wild strawberries and darker fruits with incense depth. Medium- to full-bodied with weight and density, velvety tannins, juicy and fruity palate, supple and tense with a long stony finish. Drink or hold.\" 95 JamesSuckling.com May 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Deceptive in its medium-bodied feel, the 2016 Valtellina Superiore Grumello Riserva Buon Consiglio is beguiling. Sweet floral overtones are immediately alluring. Red cherry fruit, orange peel, mint and sage soar into the pliant, silky finish. This is a very complete wine. 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Let this open in the glass or decant for full enjoyment.\" 93 Wine Spectator April 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ELY Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":66038672556381,"sku":null,"price":129.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0493\/3671\/3383\/products\/Ar.Pe.Pe.Inferno_SestoCantoRiserva.png?v=1619170885"},{"product_id":"arpepe-ultimi-raggi-2016-sassella-valtellina-sassella-superiore-riserva","title":"Arpepe 'Ultimi Raggi' 2016 Sassella Valtellina Sassella Superiore Riserva","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArpepe 'Ultimi Raggi' Valtellina Superiore Sassella Riserva, Italy 2016\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ultimi Raggi (meaning Last Rays) \u003cspan\u003eis a late-harvested Nebbiolo where the grapes undergo a light and natural drying process, due to the Alpine winds, while still attached to the vines. The later harvesting, before the snows in mind November, thickens the skins and concentrates the sugars, creating the most full-bodied and structured offering in the winery’s line-up. It has a naturally high acidity that comes, in part, from the plots 600 meter altitude, right up at the highest reaches of the Sassella subzone, in an area called Ere. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThink Morello cherries, prunes and licorice, accompanied by firm, close-grained tannins that grip through to a long, beguiling finish. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Aromas of graphite, game, earth, red cherries and dark berries. Dense palate with dusty yet ripe tannins, refreshing acidity and a medium to full body. A lot of good substance that still needs time to integrate and gain complexity. 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