2017 Niedrist – Pinot Nero Riserva – Alto Adige – DOC

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2017 Niedrist – Pinot Nero Riserva – Alto Adige – DOCPinot Noir thrives in Alto Adige, where the region boasts producing some of Italy's finest. The secret lies in the unique terroir characterized by calcareous gravel clay soil and elevated slopes at 450 500 meters above sea level. This combination imparts a remarkable depth to the wine, enhancing its fruit quality, earthy notes, spice, and overall structure. Star bright, medium ruby color, presenting an elegant and delicate profile. Aromas of red

with flavors of orange

with soil that's well-drained due to weathered granite

A tiny-production cuvée from vines aged 50 to 80 years

ready to be enjoyed

the wine is aged on its lees for a year and stirred regularly

harvested during the second and third weeks of September

with aromas of ripe red berries such as raspberries and cherries

the nose of this wine reveals hints of jammy dark berries

The finish is mineral and fresh

which deliver concentrated

the young wine matures for 11 months in steel vats

and finishing with a hint of toasted barley