Description
History
The Conte Vistarino farm is owned by the historic Giorgi di Vistarino family, in the municipality of Rocca de’ Giorgi. It was precisely Count Augusto Carlo Giorgi of Vistarino who was the first to think of the cultivation of pinot noir in Italy and in the Oltrepò Pavese area; today his legacy is taken up by the generation represented by Ottavia Giorgi di Vistarino, with the firm will to best represent this splendid terroir and raise the quality and the market of its wines in Italy and in the world. The estate currently covers 826 hectares, 200 of which are planted with vineyards; almost all of the vineyards are located within the municipality of Rocca de’ Giorgi.
Grapes used
Pinot noir 100%
Production method
After soft pressing, the must remains in contact with its lees for 48 hours. Fermentation takes place in steel tanks and the wine ages on the fine lees until bottling carried out 6 months after the harvest.
Alcohol content
12%
Tasting notes
Onion skin colour. On the nose notes of red fruits such as pomegranate and yellow fruit. In the mouth there is a marked freshness and an excellent persistence.
Possible combinations
Perfect for aperitifs and fish-based dishes. Also excellent with white meats and lightly aged cheeses and cured meats.
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