{"product_id":"alto-adige-pinot-nero-riserva-doc-mazon-2021-magnum-hofstatter-astuccio","title":"Alto Adige Pinot Nero Riserva DOC 'Mazon' 2021 Magnum - Hofstätter (case)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat kind of wine is Alto Adige Pinot Nero Riserva DOC 'Mazon' 2021 Magnum - Hofstätter (cased)\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eAlto Adige Pinot Nero Riserva DOC 'Mazon' 2021 Magnum - Hofstätter (cased)\u003c\/strong\u003e is an elegant and complex red wine, born from the prized vineyards of the Mazon area, a small village near Egna, in South Tyrol. This area is universally recognized as one of the cradles of the best Italian Pinot Noir, thanks to its cool microclimate and porphyritic soils that give depth and finesse to the wines.\n\nThis Hofstätter Pinot Noir Riserva comes in a Magnum format — ideal for optimal wine preservation over time — and is a medium-bodied, enveloping, and harmonious red wine that combines power, elegance, and longevity.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails of the vintage\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe 2021 vintage was characterized by balanced temperatures and excellent day-night temperature excursions, factors that favored a slow and regular ripening of the grapes. The result is a Pinot Noir of great balance, where the natural freshness of the fruit blends with remarkable aromatic concentration and silky tannins. The harvest was carried out by hand, selecting only perfectly ripe bunches.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking and aging\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe grapes are vinified with \u003cstrong\u003emaceration on the skins\u003c\/strong\u003e — a prolonged contact between the liquid part of the must and the grape skins — to extract color, aromas, and structure. Fermentation takes place in wooden vats, followed by an \u003cstrong\u003eaging of approximately 18 months\u003c\/strong\u003e in barriques and large oak barrels, which contribute to the wine's evolution while maintaining its freshness. After bottling, the maturation continues in the bottle for several months before release.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eColor\u003c\/h3\u003e\nIn the glass, the Alto Adige Pinot Nero Riserva DOC 'Mazon' 2021 Magnum - Hofstätter presents a bright ruby red color, with garnet reflections hinting at its potential for evolution.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNose\u003c\/h3\u003e\nOn the nose, it offers intense and refined aromas of ripe red fruits — cherry, raspberry, and delicate hints of wild strawberry — accompanied by spicy notes and subtle hints of vanilla and tobacco, due to aging in oak. The bouquet is complex, persistent, and refined, with nuances that expand over time.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTaste\u003c\/h3\u003e\nOn the palate, it is silky and harmonious. The \u003cstrong\u003etannins\u003c\/strong\u003e (the substances responsible for the drying sensation typical of many red wines) are fine and perfectly integrated into the wine's structure. The freshness accompanies the sip to a long and persistent finish, with fruity and spicy echoes that invite another taste.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFood pairings for Alto Adige Pinot Nero Riserva DOC 'Mazon' 2021 Magnum - Hofstätter (cased)\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThis wine is extremely versatile at the table. It pairs splendidly with:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edishes based on roasted white or red meat;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elight game and South Tyrolean cuisine dishes;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epasta dishes with mushroom or truffle sauces;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eaged and semi-aged cheeses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nIn Magnum format and served in its elegant case, it is also ideal as a \u003cstrong\u003egift idea\u003c\/strong\u003e for high-quality wine enthusiasts.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage and aging: how to store Alto Adige Pinot Nero Riserva DOC 'Mazon' 2021 Magnum - Hofstätter (cased)\u003c\/h2\u003e\nTo maintain its qualities, the \u003cstrong\u003ePinot Nero Mazon 2021 Magnum\u003c\/strong\u003e should be stored in a cool, dark place free of vibrations, with a constant temperature around 12-15 °C and controlled humidity. The bottle should remain lying down to keep the cork moist.\n\nThanks to its structure and tannic finesse, this wine has \u003cstrong\u003eexcellent aging potential\u003c\/strong\u003e: it can evolve for 8-10 years, developing further complexity and increasingly elegant aromatic nuances. Perfect to enjoy today, but exciting if kept for a few more years in the cellar.","brand":"Hofstätter","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52414243144019,"sku":"A07-H004-2021-06A","price":98.04,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/2603\/6307\/files\/alto-adige-pinot-nero-riserva-doc-mazon-2021-magnum-hofstatter-astuccio.jpg?v=1764406044","url":"https:\/\/www.astemyo.com\/en\/products\/alto-adige-pinot-nero-riserva-doc-mazon-2021-magnum-hofstatter-astuccio","provider":"Astemyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}