“Fallwind” Pinot Nero Riserva Alto Adige DOC 2022

St. Michael-Eppan | South Tyrol
Kellerei St. Michael-Eppan | Umfahrungsstr. 17/18 | IT 39057 Eppan

01152722 · 0,75 l · 29,33 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately

This wine owes its name to the evening fall winds of the Mendel Mountains – the natural force that blows over the vineyards of Eppan, Kaltern and Pinzon every evening and gives the entire terroir its unmistakable character. These cool breezes ensure pronounced temperature fluctuations between day and night, characterise the aromas of the grapes and give the wines the extraordinary freshness and longevity that make them precise ambassadors of their origin. At altitudes between 350 and 550 metres, on moraine debris and calcareous gravel, the Pinot Nero thrives under these special conditions to produce a Riserva of Burgundian elegance. After fermentation in stainless steel tanks, the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation and matures for twelve months in barriques and tonneaux. This is followed by assemblage before further refinement in concrete vats – a combination of traditional and modern ageing methods that lends the wine structural complexity without masking its varietal finesse. The Riserva classification requires at least two years of ageing.

Light ruby red with garnet-red reflections. The bouquet reveals a multi-layered spectrum of ripe cherries and red berries – blackcurrant, raspberry, wild strawberry –accompanied by floral notes and subtle spicy accents. Wide and elegant on the palate, with a silky texture and smoothly integrated tannins. The balance between power and finesse, between structure and suppleness is reminiscent of great Burgundian wines. The long finish is characterised by spicy nuances and lingering fruit. A Pinot Nero with sophistication that offers an impressive accompaniment to lamb, game, roast poultry or mature hard cheeses. Good potential. SUPERIORE.DE

"A low-key nose with tomato aromas is followed by spiciness, subtle leather and red fruit. Medium-bodied with a tight palate and crisp acidity. Chewy and fragrant in the finish." James Suckling