Pinot Noir "Perlnoir"

Südtirol DOC 

Riserva

Grape variety

Pinot Noir

Location and soil

Steep south-facing slopes above Bozen with skeletal soils of quartz and porphyry at 600 meters above sea level.

Training system

Spur with 8.500 vines/ha

Harvest period

End of September

Management

Close to nature, a lot of manual work and very little use of machinery

Vinification

Destemming, traditional mash fermentation in stainless steel barrels with fermentation temperature control; subsequent racking and malolactic fermentation in barrique barrels, where it matures for a further 12 months; then 6 months storage in stainless steel barrels and 3 months bottle ageing.

Characteristics

The wine impresses with its bright ruby-red color and violet reflections. On the nose, it captivates with a bouquet of red berries (raspberry, redcurrant, strawberry) and fruity nuances of sour cherries and ripe plums; subtle spicy notes from 12 months of barrique aging lend depth and elegance. Delicate hints of wood linger in the background.

Food recommendations

It is an ideal companion to hearty dishes such as game, lamb, or aged cheese, but it is also a pleasure to enjoy on its own. A wine that showcases the versatility of Pinot Noir in all its beauty and has the potential to mature even further.