- Last updated on April 20, 2023
Welcome! This is our Tenuta Scersce Infinito Sforzato di Valtellina review.
Tenuta Scersce Infinito Sforzato di Valtellina is a premium Italian red wine that comes from the mountainous region of Valtellina in Lombardy.
This wine is made from 100% Nebbiolo grapes, which are carefully selected and harvested by hand from the estate’s vineyards.
The winemaking process involves a unique technique called appassimento, where the grapes are dried on racks for several months before being pressed.
This concentrates the flavors and sugars in the grapes, resulting in a wine with a rich and intense flavor profile.
Find below our Tenuta Scersce Infinito Sforzato di Valtellina full review along with our food pairings recommendations, serving tips, curiosity, and where you can buy it.
Let’s begin!
Our Tenuta Scersce Infinito Sforzato di Valtellina Review
- Brand: Tenuta Scerscé
- Grape Varietal: Nebbiolo
- Region: Italy, Lombardy
- Tasting Notes: Red Fruit & Plum notes
- Glass & Serving: Aroma Collector / 59-68 °F (15-20 °C) / Decant 30 mins
- Store: Up to 10+ Years
- Price Range: ~$65
- Bottle Size: 750 ml
Tenuta Scersce Infinito Sforzato di Valtellina review: What's its color?
Tenuta Scersce Infinito Sforzato di Valtellina has a garnet color. When swirled, the wine leaves long and slow legs on the glass, indicating its full-bodied nature.
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Tenuta Scersce Infinito Sforzato di Valtellina taste like?
Tenuta Scersce Infinito Sforzato di Valtellina is entirely made from Nebbiolo grapes aged for at least 12 months in oak barrels, followed by refinement in bottle.
On the nose, it offers a complex bouquet of aromas, with initial notes of ripe red and dark fruit, such as candied strawberry, cassis, and plum, followed by hints of spice, vanilla, and chocolate.
There are also subtle notes of leather and tobacco, which add depth and complexity.
Is Tenuta Scersce Infinito Sforzato di Valtellina sweet?
No, it’s not sweet. Tenuta Scersce Infinito Sforzato di Valtellina wine is a dry wine.
Dry wine contains less than 15 g/L.
Learn more about wine sweetness level here.
Tenuta Scersce Infinito Sforzato di Valtellina review: Which food pairs well with it?
Tenuta Scersce Infinito Sforzato di Valtellina pairs well with a range of dishes, including roasted meats, such as lamb and beef.
It pairs also very well with rich and hearty pasta dishes, such as mushroom risotto, beef ragù or truffle tagliolini.
The wine also pairs well with aged cheeses, such as Parmigiano Reggiano, and dark chocolate.
Tenuta Scersce Infinito Sforzato di Valtellina review: What's its alcohol content?
Tenuta Scersce Infinito Sforzato di Valtellina wine’s alcohol content is 15%.
In case you wonder about alcohol content or more precisely Alcohol By Volume, i.e. ABV, measure the alcoholic strength of a drink.
There is a direct relationship between the sugar left in the wine after the alcoholic fermentation has taken place, i.e. Residual Sugar or RS, and ABV.
During alcoholic fermentation, the yeast transforms the sugar in the grape juice into alcohol.
Grapes with high residual sugar will therefore produce dry wine with a high ABV.
How many calories are in a glass of Tenuta Scersce Infinito Sforzato di Valtellina wine?
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture [1] a 5-ounce glass will contain about 120 to 130 calories.
Alcohol contains 7 calories per gram. So a wine with high ABV will have a higher calories per glass than a wine with low ABV.
Furthermore, sugar contributes to the calorie count.
A dry wine will usually have 4 calories per grams vs a sweet wine that will have around 20 calories per grams of carbs, which include sugar.
What is Tenuta Scersce Infinito Sforzato di Valtellina?
Here is an extract from the Tenuta Scersce Infinito Sforzato di Valtellina website:
“This work represents continuous research to me, where a doubt is always a question, where respect, dedication and attention to detail are the starting point, always.“
Conclusion
Tenuta Scersce Infinito Sforzato di Valtellina is a true gem among Italian red wines.
Made from 100% Nebbiolo grapes, this premium wine is a testament to the exceptional winemaking expertise of Tenuta Scersce.
Its production process involves drying the grapes for several months before fermentation, resulting in a wine with a rich and intense flavor profile.
The wine’s full-bodied nature, firm tannic structure, and long, persistent finish make it a perfect choice for any occasion, from a cozy night in to a special celebration.
Indulge in a bottle of Tenuta Scersce Infinito Sforzato di Valtellina and experience the best of Italian winemaking.
Once you had it, we’d love to know your opinion, so reach out and let’s know what you think! Enjoy!
