“Vigna Kofl Aldein-Eich” Pinot Nero Riserva Alto Adige DOC 2023

Peter Zemmer | South Tyrol
Weingut Peter Zemmer | Weinstraße 24 | IT 39040 Kurtinig a.d.W.

01052923 · 0,75 l · 54,67 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately

At an altitude of 1,030 metres, where apple trees still stood thirty years ago, one of Italy’s most remarkable Pinot Noirs is now grown. Peter Zemmer took the plunge a good decade ago: he planted Burgundy vines on the south-facing slopes at the Koflhof in Aldein – —an experiment at an altitude that is exceptional even by South Tyrolean standards. The first vintages remained unofficial; in 2016, hail struck. But since 2017, Vigna Kofl has demonstrated what is possible when porphyry soils meet dolomite carbonate and the daily ‘Ora’ breeze from the south provides that cool tension that Pinot Noir loves so much. The vinification follows the rhythm of the vineyard: seven days’ fermentation at a controlled temperature, gentle extraction through pumping over, then two careful rackings without a centrifuge – — a time-consuming process reserved for fine wines. Twelve months in French barriques, a further six in stainless steel, and finally half a year of bottle ageing.

An intense, sparkling ruby red. A refined bouquet of wild berries, dark rose petals, sour cherries and chocolate. On the palate, it is warm and enveloping, with a compact structure, pronounced berry fruit and well-integrated tannins. Long and supple on final – a Pinot of rare concentration. SUPERIORE.DE

"Intense aromas of ripe plums, cherries and roses on the nose. Elegant oaking, with flavours of five spice framing the brambles and berries." Decanter