Südtirol - Alto Adige DOC Pinot Nero 2024 Blumenfeld

What kind of wine it is

Pinot Nero Blumenfeld is a red wine that clearly expresses the character of its original grape variety. Carefully grown in Alto Adige, this wine stands out thanks to a temperature-controlled steel vinification process, followed by a brief period in oak barrels. This technical choice helps preserve aromatic precision and delivers a sip with a well-balanced tannic texture. The style reveals elegance and medium structure, designed to offer an easy and pleasant drinkability.

Where it comes from

The grapes grow in Alto Adige, rooted in warm and well-ventilated soils around the municipality of Bolzano. These climatic conditions provide an ideal environment for the steady ripening of healthy bunches. The vine finds perfect balance, which is reflected in the clarity of the fruit and well-ordered texture. The region’s identity is mirrored in the wine’s expressiveness and viticultural rigour.

How it’s made

The grape harvest takes place in September, the moment when the grape reaches the ideal balance between ripeness and freshness. The process begins with fermentation in steel, essential to preserve the varietal aromas. Afterwards, the wine matures with a brief rest in oak barrels, useful to soften the tannins and round out the flavour profile. The result is a glass that combines overall harmony with great purity of execution.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it shows a brilliant ruby red colour, which hints at a fragrant bouquet. The nose offers cherry, plum, and raspberry aromas, interwoven with refined notes of liquorice and violet. On the palate, it opens invitingly, with a velvety, medium-bodied sip. The good tannic presence gives character and leads the tasting to a coherent, well-balanced finish.

Food pairings

This red wine goes well with beef dishes and feathered game preparations, enhancing dishes with good succulence. Its natural elegance and integrated texture make it also suitable for semi-mature cheeses. In traditional pairings, it’s excellent with recipes such as gulasch tirolese, where its fruity aromas and light spices balance the intensity of the dishes.

When to serve it

This is a great choice for convivial occasions, as it is a fine red that can accompany rich dishes without weighing down the palate. Its versatility makes it suitable for serving at lunch or dinner, especially with rustic menus or tasty sharing boards. Its well-defined profile and orderly sip make it ideal for those seeking a harmonious drink, enjoyable immediately thanks to its short and careful maturation in oak.