Nino Negri

Castel Chiuro Valtellina Superiore DOCG - Nino Negri

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Format: 75 cl

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Technical information
Producer Nino Negri
Name Valtellina Superiore DOCG
Variety Nebbiolo (Chiavennasca)
Gradation 13.5%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Red fruits, spices, balsamic notes
Vinification method Steel fermentation, wood aging
Region Lombardy
Production area Valtellina, Valtellina Superiore
Country Italy
Type Red wine
Aging Minimum 12 months
Type of cask Oak barrels
Color Ruby red
Serving temperature 16-18°C
Recommended consumption Within 5-7 years
Pairing Red meats, aged cheeses, mountain dishes

The renowned Nino Negri winery presents us with its excellent Castel Chiuro Valtellina Superiore DOCG, an oenological gem that captures the essence of Valtellina. This wine is produced exclusively from Nebbiolo grapes, locally known as Chiavennasca, cultivated in the terraced vineyards that characterize the picturesque mountainous region.

In the glass, Castel Chiuro presents a deep and bright ruby red color, promising an intense and complex olfactory experience. On the nose, notes of ripe red fruit, plum, and spicy hints of vanilla and black pepper emerge, enriched by a slight trace of tobacco and leather, a result of aging in barriques.

On the palate, the wine is robust but harmonious; the tannins are well-structured and perfectly balanced with a persistent freshness and a minerality reminiscent of the land from which the grapes were harvested. The finish is long and memorable, with echoes of wild berries and a slight balsamic aftertaste.

An ideal accompaniment for red meat dishes, game, or aged cheeses, the Castel Chiuro Valtellina Superiore DOCG by Nino Negri is a wine that celebrates the high-altitude winemaking tradition and the qualitative dedication of one of the most respected wineries in Lombardia. A must for Italian wine enthusiasts seeking a unique and authentically terroir-driven sensory experience.


The winery

Nino Negri – Winery in Lombardia

Discover the story and wines of Nino Negri.

A historic Valtellina winery specializing in mountain Nebbiolo (locally Chiavennasca), known for Valtellina Superiore, Sfursat/Sforzato and some cru selections.
Region: Lombardia
Country: Italia
Founded: 1897
Grapes: Chiavennasca (Nebbiolo), Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Incrocio Manzoni
Specialist in Chiavennasca and the historic subzones. It owns and manages terraced mountain vineyards covering approximately 33 hectares of its own, in addition to longstanding collaborations with many Valtellina families. A leading producer of Valtellina Sfursat, with iconic labels such as the 5 Stelle. Historic headquarters within a 15th-century palazzo in Chiuro, combining tradition with winemaking innovation. Company within Gruppo Italiano Vini.
Winery history
Founded by Nino Negri and with deep roots in Chiuro, the winery has more than a century of history. The company website records historical milestones, from the 15th‑century palazzo that houses the winery to the company's official registration and subsequent phases of growth; in recent years Nino Negri joined Gruppo Italiano Vini and has benefited from the work of prominent oenologists who contributed to the winery's qualitative development.
Production philosophy
The winery aims to highlight the distinctive character of Chiavennasca through mountain viticulture, careful selection of cru and winemaking techniques that reflect the valley’s microclimatic and soil variations. It combines local tradition with modern methods to produce wines that express the territory.
Terroir and vineyards
The vineyards are in Valtellina, cultivated on steep terraces with dry-stone walls in historic subzones such as Sassella, Grumello, Inferno and Valgella. The soil is often shallow, rich in schist and quartz fragments; exposure and a wide diurnal temperature range give the wines structure, acidity and minerality.
Awards and recognitions
The Valtellina Sfursat 5 Stelle 2021 by Nino Negri has been awarded the "Tre Bicchieri" distinction in Gambero Rosso’s Guide to Italian Wines.

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