Sandro Fay's excellent 'Valgella' Chiavennasca (that's what they call Nebbiolo in the alpine Lombardy region of Valtellina is an exceptional expression of the region's reds.

The Valtellina Nebbiolos are distinct from the much more famous wines in neighbouring Piedmont: they're lighter, brighter and more lifted, with body coming from more toned back tannins and a hint of smokiness. It is a region that sommelier's love, and now you're in on the secret too.