The wine shows a brilliant ruby red color and nuances of brick red,
moderate transparency. The nose denotes intense, clean, pleasing and
refined aromas which start with hints of cherry, plum and violet followed
by aromas of raspberry, vanilla, rose, blueberry, licorice, tobacco,
cinnamon, cocoa and menthol. The mouth has good correspondence to the nose,
a tannic attack and pleasing crispness, however balanced by alcohol, full
body, intense flavors. The finish is persistent with flavors of plum,
cherry and blueberry. Valtellina Superiore Capo di Terra ages for 15 months
in barrique followed by 6 months of aging in bottle.
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