Conte Vistarino Bertone Pinot Nero 2017

Pinot Noir Bertone is the authentic expression of the Oltrepò Pavese, its origins. A still red wine with a Typical Geographical Indication (IGT) produced from a 100% Pinot Noir blend. The Pinot Noir vines, planted on limestone-clayey soil, enjoy an ideal microclimate, characterized by strong temperature variations between day and night, which allows the berries to ripen slightly early. An excellent red, the fruit of vineyards located at 400 meters above sea level, cultivated according to the principles of integrated agriculture with a very low environmental impact. Trained using the Guyot system, the vineyards produce berries of the highest quality. The Pinot Noir Bertone from the Conte Vistarino winery is made from Pinot Noir vines imported directly from Burgundy by Carlo Vistarino way back in 1850. The Pinot Noir grapes are harvested and selected strictly by hand, followed by a red winemaking process at a controlled temperature. Once the integrity of the berries has been verified, the crushing process follows, followed by destemming. The must is then transferred to the fermentation tanks where it is left to macerate and ferment at controlled temperatures ranging from 25°C to 30°C. Frequent pumping over and punch-down operations will follow, followed by draining and pressing of the pomace. At the end of the alcoholic fermentation process, the malolactic fermentation will begin, after which the Pinot undergoes refinement and maturation. The result is a dark, rather austere and extremely refined wine, much loved by critics and consumers.