Oltrepò Pavese DOC "NOIR" Tenuta Mazzolino 2018

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CHARACTERISTICS
Production Area	Lombardia (Oltrepo Pavese)
Varietal	100% Pinot Noir
Wine Making	The grapes are picked very ripe, and then estemmed and crushed. The fermentation, which lasts about three weeks, is made in stainless steel with strict temperature control. The alcoholic fermentation is preceded by a cold maceration (5 days at 8°C)during which the must absorb several aromatic substances. The prolonged maceration of the must in contact with the skins allows optimal extraction of color and texture for a wine, such as Noir, suitable for long aging.
Aging	After a short rest and racking, the wine is poured for about a year in French oak barrels partially new (1/3 new, 1/3 second step, 1/3 third step), place ideal for malolactic fermentation and subsequent aging.
Analytical Data	Alcohol 13.5% vol.
Tasting Notes	The color is ruby red, intense and very complex which consists in a fine and elegant bouquet of aromas, hints of red fruits are found, roses, leather, undergrowth, the taste is full, dense and persistent.The long aging process enhances the great harmony
Serving Recommendations	Perfect with red meat or game and aged, strong cheeses.Decant for some time before serving.
Vintage	2018
Awards & Honors	Guida Gambero rosso: 3 bicchieri - Vintage 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010

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