2017 Aldo Rainoldi Rosso di Valtellina, Lombardy, Italy

In the northern Italian Alps, a patchwork of steeply terraced vineyards graces the northern side of the valley in Lombardy that stretches 25 miles east to west. The vineyards, all facing south, receive optimum sun exposure and are ideal for growing grapes. Winemaking here dates back to the first millennium and today Valtellina is the only well-established and recognized wine region almost completely dedicated to growing and making Nebbiolo.