Boffalora Umo Alpi Retiche IGT 2023

A red from Valtellina in Lombardy, made by Boffalora under the Alpi Retiche IGT. It is the younger sibling of the same cellar's Pietrisco, and it comes from steep slopes, terraces, dry-stone walls and stony soils where vineyard work demands far more effort than elsewhere. The nose is intense and persistent, with cherry and plum, typical of nebbiolo. On the palate it is dry and slightly tannic, with good body, a fairly soft, fresh feel and a balanced finish. It suits structured, savoury first courses and grilled red meats, and works well with pizzoccheri alla valtellinese or buckwheat crêpes.