The Pinot Noir 'Terrazze Alte' by Tenuta Mazzolino comes from the Oltrep Pavese, a corner of Lombardy that has dedicated itself greatly to this noble variety of Burgundian origin. Produced only in steel, it retains fragrance and freshness of good impact, with hints of red fruit, citrus and spicy hints that intertwine with a balsamic and mentholated finish. So fine that it is also ideal with salmon or tuna dishes: an unusual but truly apt pairing
- PINOT NOIR 'TERRAZZE ALTE' TENUTA MAZZOLINO 2022 DESCRIPTION
- The Pinot Noir 'Terrazze Alte' from Tenuta Mazzolino is a label of the Oltrep Pavese with a fresh and juicy taste, of great momentum, produced for the first time with the 2020 vintage starting from the grapes harvested in the highest part of the vineyards, hence the name of the bottle. In particular , the bunches come from the highest portions of the Fontana, Aurora, Rocca and Corvino vineyards, planted between 2000 and 2009 for a total extension of 4 hectares. The higher altitude is an ideal ingredient for Pinot Noir, a vine that requires cool climates to express its maximum qualitative potential.
- The 'Terrazze Alte' Tenuta Mazzolino Pinot Noir comes only from grapes of the homonymous variety. black berries from vineyards located at an altitude of 200
- 220 meters above sea level and characterized by slopes between 20 and 40%. The exposure is east and west while the soils are rich in clay and silt on the surface, with veins of sandstone and chalky substrate. After harvesting, done entirely by hand, the bunches are destemmed and subjected to a short period of pre
- fermentation maceration during which periodic punching down is carried out. Once the fermentation processes are completed, the wine matures for approximately 12 months in stainless steel tanks.
- Tenuta Mazzolino Pinot Nero €˜Terrazze Alte has a bright and lively ruby red colour. The olfactory panorama is described by fruity hints and floral notes typical of Pinot Noir, such as raspberry, blood orange, pomegranate and violet, accompanied by intriguing balsamic and spicy notes. Fresh, dynamic and crunchy on the palate, characterised by soft tannins and a fragrant finish . In addition to the classic pairings with cheeses, white meats and red meats, this Pinot Noir can be successfully paired with tasty fish
- based dishes such as salmon, tuna and turbot.
- Colour
- Clear and vibrant ruby red
- Scent
- Raspberry, blood orange, mint, black pepper
- Taste
- Persistent, graceful, fresh, fragrant, balsamic
