Ar.Pe.Pe. Stella Retica Riserva, Valtellina Superiore Sassella DOCG, Italy 2017 Hearst Ranch The finished wine is a

The finished wine is a blend of the lots with average cluster inclusion at about 60%

along with a refreshing acidity

This is compelling

it has an almost red wine-like sense of structure and length

A solid line of acidity rides through the center of the palate

Ar.Pe.Pe. Stella Retica Riserva, Valtellina Superiore Sassella DOCG, Italy 2017 Hearst Ranch The finished wine is aFragrant and loaded with finesse, this lovely red opens with heady aromas of woodland berry, wild rose and camphor. Lithe and delicious, the elegant palate offers juicy red cherry, crushed strawberry, baking spice and a tangy mineral note suggesting granite. It's well balanced, with polished tannins and fresh acidity. Drink through 2032. 94 Pts Wine Enthusiast