VARIETY: 100 % PINOT NERO
PRODUCTION AREA: Selected vineyards with south-east exposure located in Gleno (580 m), one of the most promising areas for Alto Adige Pinot Noir production. The cool, continental micro-climate in this altitude is ideal for this variety, and the long, dry settled autmumns allow us to harvest perfectly ripened fruit with marvellous structure and balance.
VINEYARDS: 50 % is still planted in the old traditional Pergola-system. The vines were planted between 2018-1960. This old vines are perfectly integrated with ther natural habitat and offer constant quality every year. The young vines on Guyot-system (7-9 years old) allow an easier quality management and production control that results in a modern style of Pinot Noir.
SOIL PROPERTIES: Rich and deep loamy soils
VINIFICATION: All single vineyards were fermented separately in Stainless steel tanks and stored in French oak barrels for 18 month. Egg fining, bottling and at least 6 month of bottle storage.
TASTING NOTES: Our Pinot Nero Riserva is only produced when the conditions permit the creation of a truly outstanding wine that shows off the Alto Adige region in its very best. 2002 vintage resulted in very intense, concentrated Pinots with powerful ruby red colour, fine Burgunder bouquet with red berry flavours accompanied by vanilla notes. A deep mouth filling wine with clear tannins that has all the hallmarks that we look for in a Riserva.
SERVING TEMP.: 18 °C
SHELF LIFE: 10 years
Allergic-Info: This wine can contain sulfites Alcoholic content: 11.50 %
The Castelfeder Winery is a renowned producer of quality wines the Italian region of South Tyrol. The winery was founded in 1969 by Alfons Giovanett, who at that time already had many years of experience in wine production. Today, the family business is managed by Günther Giovanett, the son of the founder. The winery is located near Neumarkt in South Tyrol and covers a total of 50 hectares of vineyards. The vineyards are situated at altitudes between 200 and 700 metres above sea level and are planted on different soil types, which gives the wines a unique diversity. The grape varieties grown on the estate are mainly autochthonous varieties such as Lagrein, Vernatsch, Gewürztraminer and Pinot Noir. Castelfeder attaches great importance to the gentle and sustainable cultivation of the vineyards in order to ensure the high quality of the grapes. In the cellar, too, attention is paid to gentle processing methods in order to preserve the natural aromas and flavours of the grapes in the best possible way. The wines of Castelfeder are characterised by their elegance, finesse and complexity and are internationally appreciated for their high quality. Castelfeder is particularly well known for its Lagrein wines, which are made the autochthonous grape variety Lagrein. These wines are characteristic for their powerful structure and their spicy aromas of berry fruits and chocolate. But also the other wines of the winery, such as the fresh Vernatsch or the full-bodied Pinot Noir, convince with their fine balance and distinct personality. All in all, Castelfeder is a winery with a long tradition and a deep understanding of wine production in South Tyrol. The wines of the winery are of high quality and reflect the unique landscape and culture of the region.
Robust, harmonious wine with body and velvety fullness, dark garnet red, pleasant and markedly typical of the variety.
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Colour: garnet-red with violet hues; Aroma: intense aroma of bitter chocolate and cherries; Taste: silky with soft nuances of French oak adding depth and complexity, good acidity, full-bodied and very persistent. Good aging potential.
