Valtellina Superiore Sassella 'Stella Retica'

Score

92

Score

93

Score

90

Score

93

Score

93

Score

94

Score

92

Score

94

Score

93

Score

91

Score

92

"Restrained geraniums, red currants and red pepper on the nose. The attack is quite soft, with a medium body, velvety tannins and tight, crisp acidity. Lacks a bit of complexity at the moment, but good substance for aging and forthright Valtellina character. Drink or hold."

Score

94+

"The Ar. Pe. Pe. 2019 Valtellina Superiore Sassella Stella Retica shows a dry aroma of graham cracker or sawdust that takes a minute or two to lift. The bouquet then veers toward a pretty interlude of cassis, forest fruit, or dried blueberry that then segues to chalky tannins that are a little more astringent in the Stella Retica. That extra structure sets this wine up for a pairing with stewed meats with juniper berry and bay leaf. Production is 26,050 bottles."