Rosso di valtellina doc - 2023
The flagship of our philosophy.
Rosso di Valtellina DOC represents the entrance to our world and the most genuine, authentic, and dynamic expression of mountain viticulture.
Vinified entirely in stainless steel to preserve the purity of the fruit and the natural freshness of the grape variety, it stems from a thoughtful blend of Nebbiolo grapes harvested across parcels located at varying altitudes and exposures along the steep Alpine terraces. The combination of these distinct microclimates yields a bright ruby-red wine featuring vivid notes of fresh red berries, floral nuances of violet, and a signature mineral streak.
On the palate, it is fresh, vibrant, and shaped by fine, elegant tannins. A dynamic and versatile Alpine Nebbiolo, perfect alongside refined charcuterie, flavorful first courses, white meats, and everyday convivial dining.
Technical Sheet:
GRAPES: 100% Nebbiolo
VINEYARDS: Tresivio (SO), 480 – 550 meters above sea level, Buglio (SO) 350 - 420 meters above sea level
HARVEST: manual in crates
VINIFICATION: spontaneous fermentation without the use of selected yeasts, followed by a 13-day maceration on the skins
AGING: malolactic fermentation and subsequent aging in stainless steel tanks for 20 months
ALCOHOL CONTENT: 13% vol.
VALTELLINA SUPERIORE RISERVA 2020 MURUNE’E
High-altitude boundaries, the value of time.
Murunèe is Cantina Ascesa’s inaugural Riserva, a wine that pushes heroic viticulture to its extreme limits. It comes from locality Moroni in Sondrio, cultivated across two steep vineyards perched at 660 and 690 meters above sea level with south-eastern exposure. Situated beyond the traditional upper boundary of the Sassella subzone, here the thin Alpine air and dramatic diurnal temperature shifts allow the Nebbiolo grapes to ripen slowly, concentrating vibrant acidity and extraordinary mineral tension.
Hand-harvested in small crates, the grapes undergo spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts, followed by an extended 25-day skin maceration. The wine then matures for 24 months in French oak—a precise blend of neutral barriques and tonneaux—developing depth and structure while honoring the authentic expression of its terroir.
A wine of impressive poise and deep mineral drive, finding its ideal match in fine dining, choice cuts of red meat, game, truffle preparations, and traditional raw-milk aged cheeses.
Technical Sheet:
GRAPES: 100% Nebbiolo
VINEYARDS: Sondrio, loc. Moroni, two vineyards located at 660 and 690 meters above sea level. We are above the limit of the Sassella subzone, south-east facing.
HARVEST: manual in crates
VINIFICATION: spontaneous fermentation without the use of selected yeasts, followed by a 25-day maceration on the skins
AGING: malolactic fermentation in stainless steel, followed by aging in French oak barriques and tonneaux (60% 4th-5th passage barriques, 40% 3rd passage tonneaux) for 24 months
ALCOHOL CONTENT: 13% vol.
Valtellina superiore docg - 2022
Our vision of Valtellina Superiore: structure and drinkability in harmony.
Valtellina Superiore DOCG 2022 originates from the heart of the Grumello and Sassella subzones, from terraced vineyards perched between 400 and 430 meters above sea level on sandy Alpine soils. In these plots, Nebbiolo captures both the warmth of the exposed granite rock and the coolness of Alpine breezes, developing dense tannins and an unmistakable aromatic profile.
Following a 22-day skin maceration, the wine ages for one year in neutral, neutral-pass French oak casks. The choice of neutral wood is deliberate and precise: it respects the purity of the fruit and the natural texture of the tannins without overwhelming them with intrusive oak or vanilla notes.
The result is an elegant, deep, and beautifully paced Valtellina Superiore that seamlessly combines substantial structure with remarkable drinkability. Its refined texture and mountain freshness call for pairings with roasted red meats, structured pasta dishes, roasts, and medium-to-aged hard cheeses.
Technical Sheet:
GRAPES: 100% Nebbiolo
VINEYARDS: Sondrio, Grumello (380-420 meters above sea level), Castione Andevenno, Sassella (400-430 meters above sea level). Villa di Tirano (480-600 meters above sea level)
HARVEST: manual in crates
VINIFICATION: spontaneous fermentation without the use of selected yeasts, followed by a 22-day maceration on the skins
AGING: malolactic fermentation in stainless steel, followed by aging in French oak barriques and tonneaux (85% 4th-5th passage barriques, 15% new tonneaux) for 12 months
ALCOHOL CONTENT: 13% vol.
VALTELLINA SUPERIORE SASSELLA RISERVA 2021 SCIALESC
The allure of seamless tannins, the elegance of Sassella.
Scialèsc is a highly limited Riserva born from a single vineyard and aged in a single French oak tonneau. It originates in Castione Andevenno, at the core of the renowned Sassella subzone, from a plot situated at 400 meters with full southern exposure. Where Murunèe embodies high-altitude tension, Scialèsc offers its perfect counterpart: the pure allure of a silky, warm, and enveloping Nebbiolo.
Hand-picked in crates, the grapes ferment spontaneously with native yeasts before a 25-day skin maceration. Aging takes place over 24 months in one single used French oak tonneau—allowing just enough time to polish the tannins without ever overshadowing the wine’s pure fruit fragrance.
The result is a Sassella Riserva of rare harmony, where the tannins envelope the palate with grace and roundness. Deep, balanced, and already showing immense appeal, it pairs brilliantly with haute cuisine, noble red meats, rich roasts, and aged regional cheeses.
Technical Sheet:
GRAPES: 100% Nebbiolo
VINEYARDS: Castione Andevenno, located at 400 meters above sea level. We are in the Sassella subzone, south-facing.
HARVEST: manual in crates
VINIFICATION: spontaneous fermentation without the use of selected yeasts, followed by a 25-day maceration on the skins
AGING: malolactic fermentation in stainless steel, followed by aging in 1 French oak tonneau (3rd passage) for 24 months
ALCOHOL CONTENT: 13% vol.