2013 Arpepe Valtellina Superiore Sassella Rocce Rosse Riserva [WE98][V94] Price_Under $100 Rich flavors

Rich flavors

Savory meats sink into the palate before the long salty mouthcoating finish slinks away… revealing the inner beast of this Islay icon

plum and black-truffle character

and peach cobbler

On the finish you’ll find subtle notes of citrus zest

2013 Arpepe Valtellina Superiore Sassella Rocce Rosse Riserva [WE98][V94] Price_Under $100 Rich flavorsProducer: Arpepe Region: Valtellina, Lombardia, Italy Varietal: Nebbiolo Year: 2013 Wine Enthusiast, 98 Points "Underbrush, camphor, forest berry and a potpourri of botanical herbs lead the way on this stunning wine. The chiseled, savory palate is loaded with finesse and intriguing tension, doling out pomegranate, blood orange, licorice and truffle while flinty mineral adds depth. Firm, refined tannins and bright acidity provide the elegant backbone.