Valtellina Rosso / Rosso di Valtellina DOC
Synopsis
History: Established as a DOC in 1968; Valtellina Superiore and Sforzato (Sfursat) di Valtellina became separate DOCGs in 1998 and 2003, respectively
Vineyard Area: 61 ha / 151 acres (2019)
Production: 4,800 hl / 53,300 cases (5-year average)
Principal Red Grape Varieties:
Styles and Wine Composition
RED WINES
- Rosso (Rd): Minimum 90% Nebbiolo (locally Chiavennasca) + OANRG
Significant Production Rules
- Maximum vineyard elevation: 600 m (1,970 ft) on the left bank of the Adda River; 700 m (2,300 ft) on the right bank
- Minimum alcohol level: 11.0%
- Aging: Minimum 6 months (ERD = June 1, V+1)
Last Disciplinare Modification:
07/19/2017
