“Meczan” Pinot Nero Alto Adige DOC 2024

Tenuta J. Hofstätter | South Tyrol
Weingut J. Hofstätter | Rathausplatz 7 | IT 39040 Tramin

01042824 · 0,75 l · 21,20 €/lavailable immediately

The name says it all: Meczan is the local dialect form of Mazzon – the high plateau to the east of the Adige Valley, at an altitude of 350 to 460 metres, with north-facing slopes and soils of limestone gravel and clay. What Paolo Foradori began to prove in the 1960s and Martin Foradori Hofstätter continues to develop today is now undisputed: Mazzon is Italy's most important location for Pinot Nero. The Meczan is the entry into this world. Some of the grapes are fermented without destemming to give the Pinot more structure and aromatic depth. Ten days on the skins, vinified exclusively in stainless steel.

Bright ruby red colour with garnet hues. Seductive notes of wild berries and cherry on the nose, fresh and animating, with great varietal typicity. Soft, juicy and harmonious on the palate, with a fine structure and an elegant, fruity finish. Mazzon in its most accessible form. SUPERIORE.DE

"The scent builds like approaching weather: waves of cherries give way to strawberries, wild currants follow close behind. Laurel and pine climb through the fruit, while flowers hover overhead. Fresh and crunchy fruits lead the charge before herbs and stones leave you reaching for another sip." Wine Enthusiast