Poggiobello
Pinot Nero DOC
Grapes: Pinot Nero 100%
Origin: Oleis di Manzano, owned vineyards
Terrain type: Eocene marl
Altitude: 150 – 180 m above sea level
Growing method: Guyot and Sylvoz
Facility density: 4,500 vine stumps per hectare
Grape yield: approx. 65 quintals per hectare
Alcohol proof: 13.5%
Vintage on sale: 2010
DESCRIZIONE
Pinot Nero is a vine that originated in the Borgogna area and it is cultivated quite frequently in northern Italy as well. Often used to produce sparkling wines, it is known for the natural acidity of its grapes. In some particularly prestigious winemaking areas, it is used to make reds, giving rise to elegant still wines.
VINIFICATION
These de-stemmed grapes are pressed and their skins are left to macerate in musts at controlled temperatures (26°C), for 4-5 days, to allow for the natural transfer of color from the grapes to the must. After wine-production which occurs in steel, the wine is placed in large durmast 35-hl barrels for 4 months. Later, the bottled wine is left to rest for at least three months.
WINE
This ruby-red wine has a characteristic orange rim. Its scent is distinct and singular, recalling red fruits, particularly raspberry. To the palate it proves pleasantly dry, extremely elegant and velvety, with long-lasting persistence.
MATCHES
It lends itself well to enhancing dishes like livornese-style fish or tuna in pastry crust. This elegant wine is often enjoyed with high-brow, elaborate cuisine.
Grapes Used: Pinot Nero 100%
Alcohol:13.50%
