I.G.T. Alpi Retiche "Tellino" Nebbiolo 2017 (1.5 l)

History: a wine that has been part of the Caven Vini production line since the company was founded (mid-1980s), and is closely connected to the territory of origin. The name "Tellino" in fact indicates the inhabitant of Teglio, a characteristic village in the province of Sondrio which gave rise to the toponym "Valtellina". The latter appears for the first time as a term in a text by Ennodius, bishop of Pavia, from the early sixth century. All scholars of history and toponymy now agree in affirming that the name derives from the curial Latin "Vallis Tellina", which means "Valley of Teglio".

Special features: On the label there is a representation of the Tower "de li beli miri", symbol of Teglio. This tower is what remains of the medieval castle, the Castrum Tiili, built on the Roman ruins of a previous foundation. Surrounded by greenery and situated on a hill, it constitutes a splendid panoramic point over the middle valley. The popular name above derives, in fact, from the spectacular view that can be enjoyed from the summit terrace, where the gaze can range over a stretch of about 60 kilometres.

Why buy it: versatile, young wine, it allows you to appreciate the Nebbiolo “Chiavennasca” every day with a fruity aromatic range of unique pleasure, subtended by a floral texture. Sharp and dynamic, "easy" at the same time, it amazes with its unmistakable balance.