The 2021 Plozza Inferno is an elegant and distinct expression of the warmest subzone of Valtellina, where steep rocky terraces reflect intense heat. The nose is inviting and "leafy," offering a fragrance of red currants, wild strawberries, and dried roses underscored by notes of melted chocolate and rosemary. On the palate, it is light-to-medium bodied and tense, balancing a bright acidity with firm but silky tannins and a savory core of licorice and Alpine herbs. The finish is long and chewy, showing a classic mountain-Nebbiolo grip. A sophisticated and "dark-souled" red that is drinkable now but will continue to evolve through 2033.