About this wine
Vineyard and terroir
Pinot Nero Schweizer comes from individual vineyards selected for microclimates that have proved particularly suitable over time. The sites lie between 350 and 700 metres and encompass sharply varying soils: silty ground can occur only metres from sandy, calcareous or gravelly material. Planting density ranges from 8,000 to 12,500 vines per hectare. An internal selection of extremely low-yielding clones supports the wine’s continuing qualitative development.
Grapes
Pinot Nero.
Vinification
Fermentation takes place in open vats. Frequent pump-overs and punch-downs maintain contact between the fermenting must and skins, extracting colour and aromatic compounds. After alcoholic fermentation, the wine moves from steel into barriques.
Ageing
Malolactic fermentation takes place in barriques, followed by 12 months of maturation. The wine then ages for approximately one year in bottle.
Technical data
Yield: 35 hL/ha. Annual production: 15,000–20,000 bottles. Recommended serving temperature: 16–18 °C.
Tasting profile
The ruby colour ranges from delicate to intense according to the vintage. The layered bouquet shows ripe forest berries and cherries alongside pepper and leather. These flavours continue on the palate, framed by enveloping tannins, elegance and finesse. Harmonious structure and body underpin considerable longevity.
Serving and pairing
Serve at 16–18 °C. Pair with game such as pheasant or duck, braised game, red meat and mature cheeses.
