2020 Plozza "Sassella" Valtellina Superiore

Notes

The 2020 Plozza Sassella is a refined and deeply aromatic "mountain Nebbiolo" (locally called Chiavennasca) from the rocky, sun-drenched terraces of Valtellina. The nose is wide and multifaceted, offering scents of dried cherries, pomegranates, and violets layered with complex notes of humus, dried mint, and a hint of vanilla. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and velvety, balancing a fresh, vertical acidity with fine-grained tannins and a distinct Alpine minerality. The finish is long and harmonious, showing savory nuances of licorice and balsamic herbs. An elegant, high-altitude red that captures the austere grace and personality of its unique terroir.