Söl Valtellina Superiore Valgella DOCG

Barbacàn

Here we ascend the ladder of what the Valtellina can achieve. Barbacàn’s precious Söl vineyard lies in the hallowed sub-zone of Valgella, furthest east of the Valtellina cru’s, and known for being the lightest and most delicate but no less age-worthy than it’s counterparts. This is widely considered the most delicate Nebbiolo expression on Earth. The Söl vineyard is largely Chiavennasca (Lombardian Nebbiolo) interplanted in the traditional mode with roughly a a tenth Rossola. The wine is vinified as gently as possible, then aged 12 months in old oak and at least 12 months further in bottle before release. Here we encounter the spicier and more floral aspect of this variety, all while maintaining the red fruit typicity of Chiavennasca. A more powerful and long-ageing example than the Rosso, this fleet-footed wine somehow also carries a degree higher ABV of 14%, greater intensity, and an amplified tannic structure. The 2019 Söl shows a freshness and balance that allude to the further elegance available to those with patience. We begin to witness the power of Nebbiolo, steeled against the “breva” winds of this river valley. Serious but approachable, a singular Cru from the Sega family.

Country:  Italy

Region:  Valtellina, Lombardy

Appellation:  Valtellina Superiore Valgella DOCG

Climate:  Moderate Continental

Altitude:  700-800m

Soils:  Sandy and loamy granites rich in silica

Varietal/Blend:  >90% Chiavennasca, <10% Rossola

Fermentation:  Spontaneous natural fermentation with indigenous yeasts.

Ageing:  Aged 12 months in old oak, with a minimum additional 12 months of bottle rest before release.

Vineyard & Vine Age:  Estate vineyards from the tiny classified cru of Söl in the subzone of Valgella. Hand picked and farmed without chemicals.

ABV:  14.0%

Produced Cases: 

CSPC:  864042

About the Producer

Angelo Sega and sons, Luca & Matteo


Valtellina, Lombardy, Italy

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Söl Valtellina Superiore Valgella DOCG
Barbacàn
Here we ascend the ladder of what the Valtellina can achieve. Barbacàn’s precious Söl vineyard lies in the hallowed sub-zone of Valgella, furthest east of the Valtellina cru’s, and known for being the lightest and most delicate but no less age-worthy than it’s counterparts. This is widely considered the most delicate Nebbiolo expression on Earth. The Söl vineyard is largely Chiavennasca (Lombardian Nebbiolo) interplanted in the traditional mode with roughly a a tenth Rossola. The wine is vinified as gently as possible, then aged 12 months in old oak and at least 12 months further in bottle before release. Here we encounter the spicier and more floral aspect of this variety, all while maintaining the red fruit typicity of Chiavennasca. A more powerful and long-ageing example than the Rosso, this fleet-footed wine somehow also carries a degree higher ABV of 14%, greater intensity, and an amplified tannic structure. The 2019 Söl shows a freshness and balance that allude to the further elegance available to those with patience. We begin to witness the power of Nebbiolo, steeled against the “breva” winds of this river valley. Serious but approachable, a singular Cru from the Sega family.

TECHNICAL INFO

Country:  Italy

Region:  Valtellina, Lombardy

Appellation:  Valtellina Superiore Valgella DOCG

Climate:  Moderate Continental

Altitude:  700-800m

Soils:  Sandy and loamy granites rich in silica

Varietal/Blend:  >90% Chiavennasca, <10% Rossola

Fermentation:  Spontaneous natural fermentation with indigenous yeasts.

Ageing:  Aged 12 months in old oak, with a minimum additional 12 months of bottle rest before release.

Vineyard & Vine Age:  Estate vineyards from the tiny classified cru of Söl in the subzone of Valgella. Hand picked and farmed without chemicals.

ABV:  14.0%

Produced Cases: 

CSPC:  864042

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

Söl Valtellina Superiore Valgella DOCG
Barbacàn
Here we ascend the ladder of what the Valtellina can achieve. Barbacàn’s precious Söl vineyard lies in the hallowed sub-zone of Valgella, furthest east of the Valtellina cru’s, and known for being the lightest and most delicate but no less age-worthy than it’s counterparts. This is widely considered the most delicate Nebbiolo expression on Earth. The Söl vineyard is largely Chiavennasca (Lombardian Nebbiolo) interplanted in the traditional mode with roughly a a tenth Rossola. The wine is vinified as gently as possible, then aged 12 months in old oak and at least 12 months further in bottle before release. Here we encounter the spicier and more floral aspect of this variety, all while maintaining the red fruit typicity of Chiavennasca. A more powerful and long-ageing example than the Rosso, this fleet-footed wine somehow also carries a degree higher ABV of 14%, greater intensity, and an amplified tannic structure. The 2019 Söl shows a freshness and balance that allude to the further elegance available to those with patience. We begin to witness the power of Nebbiolo, steeled against the “breva” winds of this river valley. Serious but approachable, a singular Cru from the Sega family.

TECHNICAL INFO

Country:  Italy

Region:  Valtellina, Lombardy

Appellation:  Valtellina Superiore Valgella DOCG

Climate:  Moderate Continental

Altitude:  700-800m

Soils:  Sandy and loamy granites rich in silica

Varietal/Blend:  >90% Chiavennasca, <10% Rossola

Fermentation:  Spontaneous natural fermentation with indigenous yeasts.

Ageing:  Aged 12 months in old oak, with a minimum additional 12 months of bottle rest before release.

Vineyard & Vine Age:  Estate vineyards from the tiny classified cru of Söl in the subzone of Valgella. Hand picked and farmed without chemicals.

ABV:  14.0%

Produced Cases: 

CSPC:  864042

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Andrew Stewart

403-604-0408

andrew@vinoalvino.ca

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