M�rke: Triacca

SFORZATO SAN DOMENICO

Denomination: Sforzato di Valtellina DOCG

Origin: Lombardy / Province: Sondrio

Grape varieties: Nebbiolo

Alcohol content: 15% Vol.
Acidity: 6g/l
Serving temperature: 17-18°C.

Aging potential: 12-15years.

Vinification: Drying of the grapes in the fruit room for 60 to 70 days. 15 to 17-day maceration in fermentation barrels of 130 hl with automatic Pigeage.

Ageing: 18 months in large oak barrels
 
Character: Dense, intense ruby; a fascinating nose with quince, black currant, bergamot; full-bodied despite considerable tannin potential. Very characterful, self-contained, with never-ending length.

Food pairing: Although the Sforzato needs no culinary companion, it fits well with red meat dishes with spicy sauce, wild pepper and aged cheese.