Sandro Fay Valtellina Superiore Sassella Nebbiolo Il Glicine 2023

Sandro Fay’s 2023 Il Glicine is a single-variety Nebbiolo from Valtellina Superiore Sassella DOCG, where steep, sun-facing vineyards give the grape a distinctly alpine character. Sourced from a named hillside vineyard and matured in oak, it balances firm tannins and mineral freshness with an elegant, lingering finish; the wine has also received the Bibenda 5 Grappoli distinction.

Tasting Notes
Clear and garnet-ruby in colour, it opens with aromas of dog rose, raspberry preserve and watermelon, alongside notes of woodland, cinchona and cedar. The palate is fresh and structured, with pronounced but balanced tannins, a distinctive mineral feel and a long, enveloping finish. Its firm structure suggests potential to develop with cellaring, though a specific drinking window is not provided.

Production
The grapes come from Il Glicine vineyard in San Giacomo di Teglio, on a rocky, south-facing ridge at around 470 metres above sea level. Guyot-trained vines grow in sandy, silty, acidic soils that contribute freshness and tension. Harvest takes place in the second half of October; fermentation occurs in stainless steel, followed by malolactic fermentation and 12 months of ageing in small oak barrels, which help soften the tannins while preserving the fruit.

Food & Serving
Serve with red meat, game or mature cheeses. A serving temperature of around 16–18°C should show its freshness and structure well. Consider decanting for about 30–60 minutes before serving to let the aromas open and the tannins settle.

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