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Regular price
€69,95
Vintage:
2019
Denomination:
South Tyrol
Grape variety:
pinot noir
Origin:
Italy, Trentino-South Tyrol
Alcohol:
13.5%
Format:
0.75 L
Product origin:
Business
Serving temperature:
16°
Refinement:
12 months in barrique, 8 months in bottle
When to drink:
Dinner, Business lunch, Meditation
Type:
Red Wine
Taste:
elegant and deep, with silky tannins and a long finish
Flavorings:
cherry, raspberry, sweet spices, vanilla, undergrowth
Allergens:
Sulphites
Longevity:
15 years old
What wine is Alto Adige Pinot Nero DOC “Barthenau Vigna S. Urbano” 2019 - Hofstätter
The Alto Adige Pinot Nero DOC “Barthenau Vigna S. Urbano” 2019 - Hofstätter is one of the most representative wines of Alto Adige viticulture. It originates in the heart of Mazon, one of Italy's most suitable areas for cultivating Pinot Noir, thanks to its alpine microclimate and clay-limestone soils which impart elegance and depth to the grapes. It is a red wine of great personality, capable of encapsulating the essence of its territory with a balanced and refined profile.Vintage Details
2019 was a vintage of excellent balance in Alto Adige. Moderate temperatures and good temperature fluctuations between day and night favored a slow and complete maturation of the Pinot Noir grapes. This resulted in elegant aromatic concentration and perfect harmony between freshness and structure, characteristics that make this wine particularly long-lived and complex over time.Winemaking and Aging
The grapes for Alto Adige Pinot Nero DOC “Barthenau Vigna S. Urbano” 2019 - Hofstätter are hand-picked and carefully selected. Fermentation takes place in open wooden vats, a practice that allows controlled contact between skins and must, enhancing color and aromas. After malolactic fermentation — a natural process that softens the wine's acidity — the wine is aged for about 18 months in French oak barriques. Further bottle aging completes the process, giving the wine its typical finesse and complexity.Tasting Notes
Color
Visually, it presents a luminous and transparent ruby red, typical of Pinot Noir, with garnet reflections that begin to appear with bottle evolution.Nose
The bouquet is intense and refined, with notes of wild strawberry, raspberry, and cherry intertwining with delicate hints of sweet spices, blond tobacco, and light toasted wood. The aroma evolves in the glass, progressively revealing floral and mineral nuances that attest to its complexity.Palate
On the palate, it is silky and harmonious. Lively acidity supports an elegant structure, while fine and well-integrated tannins accompany a persistent and juicy finish. It is a balanced, deep wine of rare elegance and great drinkability.Food Pairings for Alto Adige Pinot Nero DOC “Barthenau Vigna S. Urbano” 2019 - Hofstätter
Versatile yet sophisticated, this Pinot Noir is perfect with dishes based on white meats, light game, and mushrooms. Here are some suggested pairings:- Veal strips with porcini mushroom sauce
- Duck breast with red berry sauce
- Porcini mushroom or truffle risotto
- Lightly aged semi-hard cheeses
Storage and Aging: How to store Alto Adige Pinot Nero DOC “Barthenau Vigna S. Urbano” 2019 - Hofstätter wine
To preserve its qualities intact, the Alto Adige Pinot Nero DOC “Barthenau Vigna S. Urbano” 2019 - Hofstätter should be stored in a cool, dark place with controlled humidity. The ideal temperature is between 12°C and 16°C.- Store bottles horizontally to keep the cork moist.
- Avoid sudden temperature changes and vibrations.
- If carefully stored, this Pinot Noir can evolve for over 10 years, developing increasingly complex tertiary notes of spice, undergrowth, and leather.
Hofstätter
The History of the Hofstätter Winery The Hofstätter winery, nestled in the heart of South Tyrol, is synonymous with tradition and evolution in the Italian wine scene. Founded in 1907, it represents a stronghold of historical heritage enriched by continuous innovations that have transformed wine p...