Valtellina Superiore Sassella Riserva shows a brilliant ruby red color and
nuances of garnet red, moderate transparency. The nose denotes intense,
clean, pleasing and refined aromas that start with hints of cherry,
raspberry and plum followed by aromas of violet, strawberry, rose, vanilla,
tobacco, cinnamon, cocoa and menthol. The mouth has good correspondence to
the nose, a tannic attack and however balanced by alcohol, full body,
intense flavors, pleasing roundness. The finish is persistent with flavors
of cherry, plum and raspberry. Valtellina Superiore Sassella Riserva ages
for 2 years in cask. |