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Bonarda dell' Oltrepò Pavese DOC 2021 frizzante
The Croatina grapes for this finely sparkling Oltrepò Pavese classic come from the south-west side of Cascina San Carlo at an altitude of about 250 metres. The vineyard covers 12 hectares of land composed of silt, clay and sand. Intense ruby red with violet reflections. Fresh scent of red fruits, soft, full-bodied-fruity and vinous on the palate. The fine acidity, the mousseux and the hearty-fresh fruit make this Bonarda a classic companion of rustic breads, pasta dishes with meat or risottos. SUPERIORE.DE
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Croatina
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 6 months stainless steel
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 12,50 % vol
- Total acidity: 6,00 g/l
- Residual sugar: 14,00 g/l
- Closure: natural cork
- Serving temperature: 12-14 °C
- Storage potential: 2024+
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Merlino” Pinot Grigio dell' Oltrepo Pavese DOC 2021
Intense yellow. Fine Pinot Gris nose with notes of white and yellow fruits. Round on the palate, full-bodied and very animating to drink. Gains complexity with increasing bottle maturity. SUPERIORE.DE
"Bright straw yellow with silver reflections. On the nose, aromas of lemon and fresh flowers, notes of pear and ripe peach and hints of almond. Fresh, balanced and subtle on the palate, with a lingering, fruit-driven finish." Falstaff
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Grigio
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 6 months stainless steel on fine yeast
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 13,50 % vol
- Total extract: 22,98 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,35 g/l
- Residual sugar: 3,15 g/l
- Sulfite: 86 mg/l
- pH value: 3,26
- Closure: natural cork
- Serving temperature: 8-10 °C
- Storage potential: 2025+
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Maria Novella” Rosato di Pinot Nero dell' Oltrepò Pavese DOC 2021
Delicate salmon pink. Fine, delicate bouquet with notes of pomegranate, peach and apricot. Full and rich on the palate with a delicate bitter note and an invigorating freshness on the finish. This Rosato is full of character and anything but arbitrary, and for us it is the perfect wine for a Mediterranean lunch on a balmy summer day. SUPERIORE.DE
"Pale pink with silver reflections. Fresh and fragrant nose with notes of cherries, small red fruits, white flowers and a hint of spices. Harmonious, clean and well balanced on the palate." Falstaff
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Nero
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 4 months stainless steel
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 13,50 % vol
- Total extract: 26,15 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,85 g/l
- Residual sugar: 2,35 g/l
- Sulfite: 87 mg/l
- pH value: 3,48
- Closure: natural cork
- Serving temperature: 8-10 °C
- Storage potential: 2025
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Saint Valier” Bianco di Pinot Nero dell' Oltrepò Pavese DOC 2021
Here comes a real rarity into the glass: white vinified Pinot Nero. Light yellow with golden reflections. Fresh bouquet of citrus, white currant and herbs. Crisp, fresh acidity on the palate, yellow-white fruits and a fine saltiness. A real delicacy as an aperitif or with a octopus salat. SUPERIORE.DE
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Nero
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 6 months stainless steel on fine yeast
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 13,00 % vol
- Total extract: 23,51 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,29 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,85 g/l
- Sulfite: 89 mg/l
- pH value: 3,33
- Closure: natural cork
- Serving temperature: 10-12 °C
- Storage potential: 2025+
- Food recommendations: smoked fish, seafood
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Rïes” Riesling dell' Oltrepo Pavese DOC 2020
Straw yellow with golden reflections. Generous bouquet of white blossoms and yellow fruits, in the drink it reveals an inviting fullness, harmony and elegance. The fine acid wire of the Rhine Riesling leads this special drop into a mineral and long final. SUPERIORE.DE
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Riesling
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 7 months stainless steel on fine yeast
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 13,00 % vol
- Total extract: 23,74 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,70 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,65 g/l
- Sulfite: 84 mg/l
- pH value: 3,45
- Closure: natural cork
- Serving temperature: 8-10 °C
- Storage potential: 2025+
- Food recommendations: seafood, sushi
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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Spumante Metodo Charmat Pinot Nero Rosé brut
Pale pink with visual hints of the rosés of Provence. On the nose, discreet notes of small red fruits and rose petals. Beautiful, persistent perlage on the palate, then fresh and harmonious with a delicate aroma of berries and lilies. This spumante made from 100% Pinot Nero comes across as noble and aristocratic, yet it is never obtrusive, but has a subtle elegance and finesse. SUPERIORE.DE
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Nero
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 6 months stainless steel
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 12,50 % vol
- Total extract: 23,85 g/l
- Total acidity: 6,15 g/l
- Residual sugar: 4,52 g/l
- Sulfite: 96 mg/l
- pH value: 3,55
- Closure: natural cork
- Serving temperature: 8-10 °C
- Storage potential: 2024+
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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Buttafuoco Rosso dell' Oltrepo Pavese DOC 2017
Buttafuoco dell'Oltrepò Pavese is a red DOC wine whose production is permitted exclusively in the province of Pavia. The grapes grow on well exposed and often very steep slopes in a small hilly area of eastern Oltrepò Pavese, which corresponds to the territory of seven municipalities: Canneto Pavese, Castana, Montescano, Cigognola, Pietra de' Giorgi, Broni and Stradella.
Deep ruby red colour. On the nose it has strong vinous notes of red fruits with hints of violets and cooked plum and young wood. On the palate it is full of harmony and freshness, very drinkable. A fantastically structured and dry companion of light summer dishes with light meat. SUPERIORE.DE
read more- Grape Variety: Uva Rara, Barbera, Croatina
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 12 months large wooden barrel
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,00 % vol
- Total extract: 26,85 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,00 g/l
- Residual sugar: 2,33 g/l
- Sulfite: 88 mg/l
- pH value: 3,65
- Closure: natural cork
- Serving temperature: 16-18 °C
- Storage potential: 2023+
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Cuvée Cépage” Metodo Classico VSQ n.V. brut
Conte Vistarino was the first Italian winemaker to produce sparkling wines using the classic Champagne method (fermentation in the bottle on the yeast) over 150 years ago.
straw yellow with bright reflections. Fine and persistent perlage and soft foam. On the nose, elegant, rich, yet very delicate with floral freshness and balsamic notes. On the palate, fresh citrus fruits, an interesting yeasty note and a good structure and minerality. SUPERIORE.DE
read more- Grape Varieties: 80% Pinot Nero, 20% Chardonnay
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 30 months on the yeast
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 13,00 % vol
- Closure: natural cork
- Serving temperature: 8-10 °C
- Storage potential: 2024
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Tavernetto” Pinot Nero dell' Oltrepò Pavese DOC 2019
As early as 1865, the first 1,850 Pinot Noir vines were brought to Italy from Burgundy by Count Vistarino. Since then, the vinification of this demanding grape variety has been refined over the generations. Today, the Pinot Noirs Pinot Noir the winegrowing dynasty can even outshine much more expensive Pinot Noirs from Burgundy at international tastings.
Tavernetto is the third cru of the house, named after the 1.71 ha vineyard where the grapes develop magnificently at an altitude of 250 m to 325 m and with a south-southeast exposure. It is considered the most balanced of the Tenuta's vineyards, with the most evenly positive results. The calcareous subsoil of the single vineyard is ideal for Pinot Nero, resulting in a top wine with great personality.
Intense ruby garnet. Fruity on the nose with elegant, fresh notes, yet the depth and complexity of this Pinot Noiralready be guessed at. Full, round and fruity in the mouth, the silky tannins flank its fine spiciness until the elegant finish. SUPERIORE.DE
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Nero
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 12 months barrique
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,50 % vol
- Total extract: 29,15 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,55 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,37 g/l
- Sulfite: 79 mg/l
- pH value: 3,39
- Closure: natural cork
- Serving temperature: 18-20 °C
- Storage potential: 2028+
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Saignée della Rocca” Metodo Classico Pinot Nero extra brut
High quality Rosato Spumante made from 100% Pinot Nero. Old pink, almost onion-coloured and with interesting copper reflections. Fine perlage and a fine-creamy foam. On the nose, a delicate scent of roses, grapefruit, small red fruits and some yeast. Dry, full, fresh and elegant on the palate. Hints of blackcurrants and wild strawberries, then a consistent draw and a beguiling silkiness. SUPERIORE.DE
"Light apricot. Smells of orange, grapefruit and rosehip, as well as tropical fruits. Very dry on the palate, precise fruit, medium weight, stretches straight across the tongue, long and clean final." Falstaff
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Nero
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 24 months on the yeast
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 12,50 % vol
- Total acidity: 6,50 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,50 g/l
- Closure: natural cork
- Serving temperature: 8-10 °C
- Storage potential: 2025+
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Pernice” Pinot Nero Provincia di Pavia IGT 2013
As early as 1865, the first 1,850 Pinot Noir vines were brought to Italy from Burgundy by Count Vistarino. Since then, the vinification of this demanding grape variety has been continually refined by generations. Today, the Pinot Noir Noirs of the dynasty of winegrowers can even outshine much more expensive Pinot Noirs from Burgundy at international tastings.
Pernice comes from the single vineyard of the same name and fascinates with its fine fragrance and elegance. Intense ruby red with garnet reflections. On the nose complex and rich with notes of violets and small red fruits, some roasted coffee and cocoa. On the palate elegant, full-bodied, with present fruit, very balanced with a pleasant minerality and a long, spicy finish. The harmonious tannins make this wine elegant and give it a good backbone from start to finish. SUPERIORE.DE
"Perfumed with fragrant spice and smoky mineral notes, this dense and chewy Pinot is fresh and appealing. Medium-bodied, with a core of ripe raspberry and mulberry fruit, Earl Grey tea and tar notes that expands on the finish." Wine Spectator
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Nero
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 12 months barrique
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 13,00 % vol
- Closure: natural cork
- Serving temperature: 16-18 °C
- Storage potential: 2025+
- Food recommendations: game, mushrooms, mature cheese and roast dishes
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Bertone” Pinot Nero Provincia di Pavia IGT 2015
As early as 1865, the first 1,850 Pinot Noir vines were brought to Italy from Burgundy by Count Vistarino. Since then, the vinification of this demanding grape variety has been continually refined by generations. Today, the Pinot Noir Noirs of the dynasty of winegrowers can even outshine much more expensive Pinot Noirs from Burgundy at international tastings. The grapes of the winery's top crus are cultivated at an altitude of 400 m above sea level. The high temperature fluctuations between day and night ensure a complexity, precision and elegance that is rarely found even in Burgundy.
Brilliant ruby red. In the nose it is delicately fruity with hints of small red berries, coffee and hints of damp forest soil. On the palate a subtle and precise fruit, the tannins are very fine and a long, never-ending mineral finish. SUPERIORE.DE
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Nero
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 12 months barrique
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,00 % vol
- Total extract: 29,55 g/l
- Total acidity: 4,95 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,16 g/l
- Sulfite: 88 mg/l
- pH value: 3,45
- Closure: Natural cork
- Serving temperature: 16-18 °C
- Storage potential: 2027+
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Pernice” Pinot Nero Provincia di Pavia IGT 2015
As early as 1865, the first 1,850 Pinot Noir vines were brought to Italy from Burgundy by Count Vistarino. Since then, the vinification of this demanding grape variety has been continually refined by generations. Today, the Pinot Noir Noirs of the dynasty of winegrowers can even outshine much more expensive Pinot Noirs from Burgundy at international tastings.
Pernice comes from the single vineyard of the same name and fascinates with its fine fragrance and elegance. Intense ruby red with garnet reflections. On the nose complex and rich with notes of violets and small red fruits, some roasted coffee and cocoa. On the palate elegant, full-bodied, with present fruit, very balanced with a pleasant minerality and a long, spicy finish. The harmonious tannins make this wine elegant and give it a good backbone from start to finish. SUPERIORE.DE
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Nero
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 12 months barrique
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,00 % vol
- Closure: natural cork
- Serving temperature: 16-18 °C
- Storage potential: 2026+
- Food recommendations: game, mushrooms, mature cheese and roast dishes
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Pernice” Pinot Nero dell' Oltrepo Pavese DOC 2017
As early as 1865, the first 1,850 Pinot Noir vines were brought to Italy from Burgundy by Count Vistarino. Since then, the vinification of this demanding grape variety has been refined over the generations. Today, the Pinot Noirs Pinot Noir the winegrowing dynasty can even outshine much more expensive Pinot Noirs from Burgundy at international tastings.
Pernice comes from the single vineyard of the same name and fascinates with its fine fragrance and elegance. Intense ruby red with garnet reflections. Complex and rich bouquet of violet notes and small red fruits, some roasted coffee and cocoa. On the palate elegant, full-bodied, with present fruit, yet very balanced with a pleasant minerality and a long, spicy finish. The harmonious tannins make this wine elegant and give it a good backbone from the beginning to the end. SUPERIORE.DE
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Nero
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 12 months barrique
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,00 % vol
- Closure: natural cork
- Serving temperature: 16-18 °C
- Storage potential: 2028+
- Food recommendations: game, mushrooms, mature cheese and roast dishes
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Pernice” Pinot Nero dell' Oltrepo Pavese DOC 2018
As early as 1865, the first 1,850 Pinot Noir vines were brought to Italy from Burgundy by Count Vistarino. Since then, the vinification of this demanding grape variety has been refined over the generations. Today, the Pinot Noirs Pinot Noir the winegrowing dynasty can even outshine much more expensive Pinot Noirs from Burgundy at international tastings.
Pernice comes from the single vineyard of the same name and fascinates with its fine fragrance and elegance. Intense ruby red with garnet reflections. Complex and rich bouquet of violet notes and small red fruits, some roasted coffee and cocoa. On the palate elegant, full-bodied, with present fruit, yet very balanced with a pleasant minerality and a long, spicy finish. The harmonious tannins make this wine elegant and give it a good backbone from the beginning to the end. SUPERIORE.DE
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Nero
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 12 months barrique
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 13,50 % vol
- Total extract: 28,95 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,61 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,74 g/l
- Sulfite: 88 mg/l
- pH value: 3,40
- Closure: natural cork
- Serving temperature: 16-18 °C
- Storage potential: 2030+
- Food recommendations: game, mushrooms, mature cheese and roast dishes
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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Contessa Ottavia Giorgi di Vistarino, that sounds really noble and old-fashioned. But as is so often the case in Italy's wine scene, a young dynamic oenologist then appears who competently leads the traditional family winery in the Oltrepò Pavese into the present day. One of the almost thousand "Donne del Vino", which is able to assert itself in the wine world formerly dominated by men.
And it is not just a small family heritage, but one of the most important wineries in Lombardy. Of the 826 hectares of land, over 200 hectares are planted with wine, of which 140 hectares with Pinot Nero (called Pinot Noir), the main variety of the region. Allegedly there was already a Ur-Pinot variety here in Roman times, in the year 1500 it is actually mentioned in a document.
The fact that the Oltrepò with over 3,000 ha is today the largest Pinot Noir cultivation area in Italy is probably due to Conte Carlo Giorgi di Vistarino, who in 1865 successfully planted several hectares of clones imported from Burgundy himself in Rocca de' Giorgi. He was also the first to produce a sparkling wine according to the champagne method and quickly became known and distinguished far beyond the borders. Since then Conte Vistarino has been one of the leading companies in Lombardy.
Not even an hour's drive south of Milan, the Po winds its way past Pavia. Rocks washed ashore by its old riverbeds stratified over the hilly foothills of the Apennines. This resulted in a rather varied soil, with varying layers from hill to hill. Sand, clay, marl, limestone and rocks alternate in the vineyards situated from 250 to 550 m above sea level. This makes it possible to select the best hill for each grape variety. A mild microclimate, interspersed with rivers that bring a steady breeze, is an ideal area for the Pinot Noir.
On one of the hills the historic Palazzo is enthroned, a small castle could be said that was still built by the royal court architect. The charming Orangerie, which is currently used to dry the grapes for the Prädikat wines, will soon also become a tasting room. The 360° panoramic view over the hills of the cultivation area and the surrounding forests is breathtakingly beautiful.
Besides the dominant Pinot Nero, Riesling, Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, Moscato, Croatina, Uva Rara, Barbera and some Cabernet Sauvignon are also cultivated here. The team of oenologists around boss Ottavia Vistarino uses this to make a range of different wines. First and foremost, of course, the DOCG Oltrepò Pavese Metodo Classico, both pure from Pinot Nero or with a 20% Chardonnay content, the "Cruasé" - from Cru (site) and Rosé - called rosé sparkling wines, a protected collective brand and one of the most important products of the region, are particularly successful. In addition there are red wines from Pinot Nero, 3 of them as single vineyard wines, or from autochthonous grape varieties. Bonarda, Buttafuoco or Sangue di Giuda are not really common names, but they are some to remember. Because the qualities are convincing. The range is complemented by exciting white wines, such as the "Rïes", a fruity but also mineral Rhine Riesling or the white-pressed Pinot Nero "Saint Valier", which prove to be excellent food companions.
In 1970 the DOC Oltrepò Pavese was created and in 2007 the DOCG Oltrepò Pavese Metodo Classico and the two DOC Oltrepò Pavese Pinot Nero and DOC Bonarda dell'Oltrepó Pavese for red wines.
Ottavia Giorgi di Vistarino shows the entire industry what independent, award-winning wines can be produced here and, with a breath of fresh air, ensures that the exemplary effect of its ancestors remains alive. You can look forward to new ideas and projects. SUPERIORE.DE
Facts
- Year founded: 1865
- Owner: Family Conte Giorgi di Vistarino
- Oenologist: Ottavia Giorgi di Vistarino
- Agronomist: Paolo Fiocchi
- Annual production: approx. 400,000 bottles
- Vineyard: approx. 200 hectares
- Natural cultivation