What kind of wine is Valle d’Aosta Pinot Nero 'Tradition' DOC 2023 - Anselmet?

The Valle d’Aosta Pinot Nero 'Tradition' DOC 2023 - Anselmet is an elegant and authentic interpretation of Pinot Noir following the Aosta Valley tradition. This red wine, from mountain vineyards located between 600 and 800 meters above sea level, expresses finesse, freshness, and a pleasant harmony. It has a medium body, with a subtle texture and a smooth drinkability that invites you to pour another glass. It is a wine that combines the typical characteristics of the international grape variety with the unique personality of the alpine territory.

Vintage details

The 2023 vintage in Valle d’Aosta was characterized by a balanced summer and good temperature excursions between day and night. These conditions favored a slow and complete ripening of the Pinot Noir grapes, giving the wine clear aromas, lively acidity, and a fine tannic structure. The harvest, strictly manual, allowed for the selection of only the best bunches, preserving the aromatic purity and gustatory complexity.

Vinification and aging

The grapes are carefully destemmed and fermented in stainless steel at a controlled temperature, maintained between 8 and 10 °C, to preserve the freshness and varietal aromas of the Pinot Noir. This is followed by approximately ten months of aging in barrique – small oak barrels that favor slow oxygenation of the wine – to round out the tannins and enrich the bouquet with elegant spicy and toasted notes. Bottling takes place without invasive filtration, to maintain the wine's original character.

Tasting notes

Color

Visually, it presents a bright and transparent ruby red color, typical of Pinot Noir, with youthful reflections that suggest freshness and vitality.

Nose

The aroma is fine and complex: aromas of small red fruits such as raspberry and cherry, floral hints of violet, and a delicate spicy and toasted undertone, deriving from the wood aging, are distinguishable. The overall impression is harmonious and evolves pleasantly in the glass, revealing ever-new nuances.

Palate

On the palate, the Valle d’Aosta Pinot Nero 'Tradition' DOC 2023 - Anselmet is balanced and consistent with the nose: the tannic structure is subtle but present, freshness accompanies each sip, and the persistent finish recalls red fruits and sweet spices. It is a wine that captivates more by its elegance than its power, capable of charming even less experienced palates.

What dishes to pair with Valle d’Aosta Pinot Nero 'Tradition' DOC 2023 - Anselmet

Versatile and refined, this Pinot Noir pairs perfectly with a wide range of dishes, thanks to its balanced structure and lively acidity. Ideal with:

• appetizers of cured meats and semi-aged cheeses;
• roasted or grilled white meats;
• typical mountain dishes, such as fondue or polenta concia;
• first courses with mushrooms or light game ragù.

Served slightly chilled, it also enhances structured fish dishes, such as baked salmon or seared tuna.

Storage and aging

For those wondering how to store Valle d’Aosta Pinot Nero 'Tradition' DOC 2023 - Anselmet wine, it is advisable to keep it in a cool, dark environment with a temperature between 12 and 16 °C. The bottles should be laid horizontally to keep the cork moist and ensure perfect sealing over time. This wine can be enjoyed immediately for its freshness and fragrance, but it also has the potential to evolve positively for 4-6 years, developing more complex aromas and greater softness on the palate.