Arpepe Buon Consiglio Riserva DOCG
TASTING NOTES: Complex wine, blending aromas and flavors characteristic of long aging. Dry flowers, mountain grass, mint, citrus and cherries appear on the nose. Despite its body, this is a fine and elegant wine, with a long and salty finish.
THE WINERY: Ar.Pe.Pe is a winery located in the Valtellina region of Lombardy in Italy, it is known for its dedication to preserving traditional winemaking methods. The name "Ar.Pe.Pe" is an acronym representing the founders of the winery: Arturo Pelizzati Perego. Notably, the Czechs focus on growing Nebbiolo grapes, which highlights the region's unique terroir. The winery is known for producing elegant and long-lasting wines, with meticulous attention to detail, both in the cultivation of the vines and in the production process.
VINEYARD: The Valtellina Valley is locked between Alpi Retiche and Orobie, parallel to the Alps and enjoys a unique microclimate. From dawn to dusk, the sun warms the terraced vineyard, which is situated like a gem on the Rhaetian slope, fully exposed to the south and soothed by the cool northern breeze.
VINIFICATION: Picking October 17 - Yield 40 hl/dca. Maceration: 102 days in wooden vats 5000 liters. Aging: 34 months in large barrels 5000 liters, stainless steel, bottle