Rosato Alpi Retiche

Barbacàn

An alpine rose. Made of Chiavennasca (aka Nebbiolo) … Of course, this would steal my heart. 70% Chivannesca and 30% of the other indigenous varieties, this wine is sourced from some of the highest altitude vineyards in Barbacàns possession. The Noah's Ark depicted on the label represents the will of these brothers to recover the ancient local varieties. Very gentle pressing, and only about 24 hours of skin contact, ferments spontaneously, and rests in concrete briefly before being unleashed on the curious minds of Nebbiolo fanatics. Sleek strawberry, red currant, candied rose petal give evidence of Nebbiolo (truly, Chivannesca) which rests atop a tarry earth, mineral core. Tangy acidity and light bergamot black tea tannins fuse with black cherry on the smoky earth finish. A genuine wine of this remarkable place and ancient varieties. Absolutely spectacular, a gorgeous play between ethereal and vibrant. We were able to source a mere 12 bottles.

Country:  Italy

Region:  Valtellina, Lombardy

Appellation:  Rosso di Valtellina DOC

Climate:  Moderate Continental

Altitude:  700-800m

Soils:  Sandy and loamy granites rich in silica

Varietal/Blend:  Chiavennasca, Rossola, Pignola, Brugnola, Negrera, Rossolino Rosa, Chiavennaschino, Chiavennasca Bianca

Fermentation:  Spontaneous natural fermentation with indigenous yeasts. 24 hours skin contact.

Ageing:  Brief ageing in concrete.

Vineyard & Vine Age:  Estate vineyards. Hand picked and farmed without chemicals.

ABV:  11.5%

Produced Cases: 

CSPC:  864040

About the Producer

Angelo Sega and sons, Luca & Matteo


Valtellina, Lombardy, Italy

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Rosato Alpi Retiche
Barbacàn
An alpine rose. Made of Chiavennasca (aka Nebbiolo) … Of course, this would steal my heart. 70% Chivannesca and 30% of the other indigenous varieties, this wine is sourced from some of the highest altitude vineyards in Barbacàns possession. The Noah's Ark depicted on the label represents the will of these brothers to recover the ancient local varieties. Very gentle pressing, and only about 24 hours of skin contact, ferments spontaneously, and rests in concrete briefly before being unleashed on the curious minds of Nebbiolo fanatics. Sleek strawberry, red currant, candied rose petal give evidence of Nebbiolo (truly, Chivannesca) which rests atop a tarry earth, mineral core. Tangy acidity and light bergamot black tea tannins fuse with black cherry on the smoky earth finish. A genuine wine of this remarkable place and ancient varieties. Absolutely spectacular, a gorgeous play between ethereal and vibrant. We were able to source a mere 12 bottles.

TECHNICAL INFO

Country:  Italy

Region:  Valtellina, Lombardy

Appellation:  Rosso di Valtellina DOC

Climate:  Moderate Continental

Altitude:  700-800m

Soils:  Sandy and loamy granites rich in silica

Varietal/Blend:  Chiavennasca, Rossola, Pignola, Brugnola, Negrera, Rossolino Rosa, Chiavennaschino, Chiavennasca Bianca

Fermentation:  Spontaneous natural fermentation with indigenous yeasts. 24 hours skin contact.

Ageing:  Brief ageing in concrete.

Vineyard & Vine Age:  Estate vineyards. Hand picked and farmed without chemicals.

ABV:  11.5%

Produced Cases: 

CSPC:  864040

Andrew Stewart | Calgary + Alberta South

T: 403-604-0408 | E: andrew@vinoalvino.ca

Joe Gurba | Edmonton + Alberta North

 T: 780-203-5284 | E: joe@vinoalvino.ca

Rosato Alpi Retiche
Barbacàn
An alpine rose. Made of Chiavennasca (aka Nebbiolo) … Of course, this would steal my heart. 70% Chivannesca and 30% of the other indigenous varieties, this wine is sourced from some of the highest altitude vineyards in Barbacàns possession. The Noah's Ark depicted on the label represents the will of these brothers to recover the ancient local varieties. Very gentle pressing, and only about 24 hours of skin contact, ferments spontaneously, and rests in concrete briefly before being unleashed on the curious minds of Nebbiolo fanatics. Sleek strawberry, red currant, candied rose petal give evidence of Nebbiolo (truly, Chivannesca) which rests atop a tarry earth, mineral core. Tangy acidity and light bergamot black tea tannins fuse with black cherry on the smoky earth finish. A genuine wine of this remarkable place and ancient varieties. Absolutely spectacular, a gorgeous play between ethereal and vibrant. We were able to source a mere 12 bottles.

TECHNICAL INFO

Country:  Italy

Region:  Valtellina, Lombardy

Appellation:  Rosso di Valtellina DOC

Climate:  Moderate Continental

Altitude:  700-800m

Soils:  Sandy and loamy granites rich in silica

Varietal/Blend:  Chiavennasca, Rossola, Pignola, Brugnola, Negrera, Rossolino Rosa, Chiavennaschino, Chiavennasca Bianca

Fermentation:  Spontaneous natural fermentation with indigenous yeasts. 24 hours skin contact.

Ageing:  Brief ageing in concrete.

Vineyard & Vine Age:  Estate vineyards. Hand picked and farmed without chemicals.

ABV:  11.5%

Produced Cases: 

CSPC:  864040

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andrew@vinoalvino.ca

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