Ar.Pe.Pe Valtellina Superiore Sassella Riserva Vigna Regina 2007
Red
Valtellina, Italy
7.2
WineSaint
Raw power dominates this muscular Sassella, but refinement remains elusive. Charred earth, tar and dark cherry collide with animal hide and emerging forest floor complexity. The structure is imposing, built for another five to seven years of development, yet the rustic edges never quite integrate. A brooding giant that falls short of Ar.Pe.Pe's most polished efforts.
charred earthtardark cherryanimal hide
Label
Ar.Pe.Pe
→Ar.Pe.Pe. is a small family estate in Valtellina making some of the most age-worthy Nebbiolo in Italy, with a particular focus on the Sassella and Grumello crus and wines built for the long haul.