“Bertone” Pinot Nero dell' Oltrepò Pavese DOC 2021

Conte Vistarino | Lombardy
Conte Vistarino s.r.l. | Fraz. Scorzoletta 82/84 | IT 27040 Pietra de' Giorgi

04122321 · 0,75 l · 45,33 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately

Bertone – almost two hectares, planted in 2001 with Burgundian clones for great finesse – on the slope opposite the Cru Pernice. 400 metres, south to south-west facing, directly above Villa Fornace, the family's historic residence. Calcareous, clayey soil with sand and silt, a dry microclimate that accelerates ripening and concentrates the grapes. Small like a Burgundian plot, consistent like a family decision. 2021 was a year of balance at Oltrepò Pavese: a long, cool spring, a dry and structured summer. Fermentation in conical wooden vats, malolactic fermentation in barriques in spring, then twelve months in carefully selected French barrels of various origins – followed by at least one year in the bottle.

Deep ruby red with garnet reflections. Rose and small red fruits on the nose, cocoa, balsamic tones, a hint of coffee – complex, with great integrity. The flavour is elegant and full-bodied at the same time: velvety, fine tannins, lively acidity, a long, spicy finish with a mineral tang. A Pinot Nero that does not copy Burgundy – but responds to it. SUPERIORE.DE

"A sleek, mineral-driven red, with salt, iron and tar accenting a core of juicy sun-dried cherry, raspberry and strawberry fruit flavors. This is graceful, but with a well-toned feel, integrating fine, sculpted tannins and bright, blood orange peel–infused acidity. Notes of Earl Grey, red licorice and sweet paprika echo on the long, silky finish." Wine Spectator