ArPePe’s 2017 “Fiamme Antiche” Inferno Riserva Valtellina Superiore is a powerful yet graceful mountain Nebbiolo, drawn from the steep, sun-drenched slopes of the Inferno cru. The nose is intense and aromatic, with layers of ripe red cherry, dried rose, and blood orange, woven with hints of smoke, iron, and alpine herbs. On the palate, it’s structured and energetic, with firm, fine tannins and brisk acidity supporting savory red fruit, mineral tension, and earthy complexity. The finish is long and resonant, with lingering notes of spice, citrus peel, and crushed rock. A compelling, age-worthy expression of Inferno’s fiery terroir.