Pinot Nero

The name "Mimuèt" (to my taste) comes from Ladin. Convinced that South Tyrol offers the best conditions for the Pinot Noir grape variety, Alois Lageder paid particular attention to it at a very early stage. His goal is to produce wines with precision, lightness and filigree structure. Garnet red with ruby reflexes. Pinot Noir Mimuèt smells of ripe black cherries, flowers and spices. On the palate, elegant, almost light on its feet, with a multi-layered, soft finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Bright ruby red colour and the typical vinous, slightly grassy bouquet of Pinot Noir. The flavour is elegant and refined, pleasantly full-bodied and balanced. SUPERIORE.DE

"An elegant, light- to medium-bodied red, with a core of juicy cherry, cranberry and raspberry fruit flavors trimmed by light, taut tannins. This is refreshing and balanced, with a mix of smoke, dried thyme and milled pepper notes adding fine detail to the finish." Wine Spectator

Brilliant ruby red with a light-coloured rim. Very precise bouquet of blackberry, raspberry and spices. The palate is light and lively, with an elegant and deep fruit component accompanied by a delicate bitter note and fine spice. A very elegant and juicy Pinot Nero with good Storage potential. SUPERIORE.DE

"A very savory and classic pinot noir full of earth, strawberries, cinnamon, butter and smoke. Medium- to full-bodied on the palate, it shows intensity and brightness of flavors, lifted yet tense acidity, velvety tannins and a ripe, polished finish. Very good example." James Suckling

Vajras Pinot Nero is a selection of the best grapes and a wine of great personality. Fresh and floral fragrance, complex, deep fruit with a fluid flavour development and bold minerality. Silky, long and very expressive. SUPERIORE.DE

"The Pinot Nero Langhe 2021 immediately stands out for its bright colour saturation. There are violets and red fruits, but now that a few months have passed since my tasting, I expect the bouquet to come out even more." Wine Advocate

"With its bright acidity, tannins and somewhat austere finish, the Pinot Nero 2021 is more like a wine from Piedmont than a true Pinot. It is a fascinating wine." Vinous

In 2017, Stefano Pola was proposed to plant a vineyard in the heart of the beautiful area of the Belluno Dolomites, more precisely about 9 hectares in the Valbelluna area on a well-exposed high plateau at about 650 metres above sea level. The soil here is medium-heavy with calcareous deposits typical of mountain regions. Some layers contain solidified sands that form sandstone, and in other areas marls, i.e. old clays, are exposed. The soil structure is very stony, which provides good drainage and aeration conditions. The high lime content gives the wines a distinct olfactory finesse.

This new project centres on four grape varieties that are completely different from those in Stefano Pola's core business in Valdobbiadene: Chardonnay, Pinot Nero, Gewürztraminer and
Rheinriesling. After several years of research and experimentation, the first labels are now being launched on the market, expressing one thing straight away: Stefano's passion for precise and authentic wines!

With its soft, light and delicate pink colour, Alture Rosato, made from Pinot Nero according to the classic method, has an elegant appearance with a creamy and enveloping perlage. The nose reveals all the finesse that the chalky soils of dolomitic origin can impart: Notes of freshly picked red fruits, wild strawberries and raspberries accompany flower petals and citrus notes. In the background, fresh almond, hints of bread crust and sweet spices. On the palate, the wine is rich, incisive and flavoursome, with a consistently dry finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Pinot Nero Rosé presents itself with a bright cherry red colour. The bouquet is captivating with fresh, fruity aromas of red berries, cherries and raspberries, dried herbs and a hint of chocolate. On the palate, the sophisticated wine convinces with its fresh acidity, delicate tannin and a long-lasting, refreshing finish. This is Pinot Nero elegance in typical Haas quality.. SUPERIORE.DE

The first 1,850 Pinot Noir vines were brought to Italy from Burgundy by Count Vistarino back in 1865. Since then, the vinification of this demanding grape variety has been continuously refined over the generations. Today, the Pinot Noirs from the winegrowing dynasty can even outshine much more expensive Pinot Noirs from Burgundy at international tastings.

Tavernetto is the third cru of the estate, named after the 1.71-hectare vineyard where the grapes develop splendidly at an altitude of 250 to 325 metres and with a south-southeast exposure. It is considered the most balanced of the Tenuta's vineyards, with the most evenly positive results. The calcareous subsoil of the single vineyard is ideal for Pinot Nero, resulting in a top wine of great personality.

Intense ruby-garnet colour. Fruity on the nose with elegant, fresh notes, yet the incipient depth and complexity of this Pinot Noir can already be sensed today. Full, round and fruity on the palate, the silky tannins flank its fine flavour through to the elegant finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"A well-composed, textured and serious pinot nero with aromas of berries, warm herbs and mild spices. It’s medium-bodied with fine tannins. Refined texture here with control and poise and a flavorful finish." James Suckling

The grapes for the rare St. Ursula Pinot Nero come from a small plot of land known in dialect as "Urschele Egg". This is where the house chapel of St Ursula originally stood. This spontaneously fermented and unfiltered Pinot Noir delights with elegant, delicate cherry flavours, subtle hints of raspberry and a lovely lingering freshness and acidity on the remarkable finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Oudeis" has its origins in the Greek name "Odysseus" and means "nobody". And indeed, no one but the outstanding terroir of the Alta Langa is responsible for the complexity of Enrico Serafino's sparkling wines.

Delicate, copper-coloured pink with orange reflections. Elegant and mineral nose, with delicate hints of fruit, yeast and notes of grapefruit and redcurrants. The sensation on the palate is savoury, almost ecstatic, with well-integrated perlage and a perfect balance between spiciness and freshness and an infinite persistence and juiciness. SUPERIORE.DE

"This delicately scented sparkler offers aromas of red woodland berry and brioche. Linear and savory, the elegantly sparkling palate features juicy pomegranate, tart cherry and white pepper before closing on a hint of hazelnut. It's remarkably fresh for the vintage, with bright acidity." Wine Enthusiast

High-quality Rosato Spumante made from 100% Pinot Nero. Old pink, almost onion-coloured and with interesting copper reflections. Fine perlage and a fine, creamy foam. The bouquet has a delicate aroma of roses, grapefruit, small red fruits and a hint of yeast. Dry, full, fresh and elegant on the palate. Hints of blackcurrants and wild strawberries, then a consistent tang and a beguiling silkiness. A great alternative to the famous neighbouring region of Franciacorta and a real insider tip for Pinot Noir sparkling lovers. SUPERIORE.DE

"A pale sparkling rosé that has aromas of pomegranate, strawberry and apple pastry. It’s medium-bodied, silky and balanced with fine bubbles and a dry finish." James Suckling

A Pinot Nero from Franz Haas is a textbook expression every year and a benchmark throughout South Tyrol, with bright aromas of blueberries, violets and lavender rising gracefully from the bouquet. This is pure cool climate in the glass. On the palate, it is taut and silky and always beautifully polished and streamlined in a positive sense. This is a beautiful, complex and exceptional Pinot Nero from a master hand. SUPERIORE.DE

"This elegant Pinot Nero is finely meshed, with a fine, raw silk–like grain to the tannins as they support a refreshing range of chopped cherry, roasted fig, blood orange peel and wild sage. Long and creamy on the spiced finish." Wine Spectator

"This is a light-coloured, fruit-driven Pinot with fresh plums, cherries and rosehips on the nose. The palate is crisp and medium-bodied. Excellent tension." James Suckling

"Oudeis" has its origins in the Greek name "Odysseus" and means "nobody". And indeed, no one but the outstanding terroir of the Alta Langa is responsible for the complexity of Enrico Serafino's sparkling wines.

Bright, rich straw yellow colour. The fragrant nose seduces with a salty minerality, a potpourri of country flowers, lime, blood orange and ripe peach. The palate is exciting, fresh and extremely flavoursome, with well-integrated perlage and precisely measured intensity and a texture that is never too heavy or too flat. Oudeis Brut has a very energetic arc of tension and convinces in the remarkable final with a refined interplay of fruit and acidity. SUPERIORE.DE

"This Alta Langa opens with a mix of lemon and orange peel, baked apples, yellow flowers and cake batter. On the palate, it is round with a vinous note that emphasises the character of the Pinot Noir, with cherry and flowers and a mineral finish." Wine Enthusiast

"Alta Langa's Brut Oudeis 2019 is remarkably pretty, with a delicate blend of peaches and young mango accompanied by hints of incense and spice. It shows a round, smooth texture and juicy acidity with a core of tart fruit that creates a nice tension towards the end. The finish is of medium length, leaving a hint of sour citrus and a steely minerality that gives it a tactile edge. The 2019 is beautifully made and shows incredible balance. Well done." Vinous

"Limpid and creamy nose with brioche, lemons, sliced pears and chalk. Restrained but generous, with crisp, fine beads on the medium-bodied palate. Tangy and lightly saline in the finish." James Suckling

"An elegant sparkling wine with a fine mousseux. It offers well-defined acidity and a savoury undertone interwoven with a beautiful palette of yellow peach, grapefruit granita, crushed lemon thyme and notes of white flowers." Wine Spectator

"Enrico's vision in this revealing Pinot Noir/Chardonnay blend from 36 months on the fine lees, giving a clear idea of the terroir, nose with notes of white peach, broom and cedar thyme, taut mouthfeel of beautiful complexity and density, finish with a fruity orchestral return." Luca Gardini

This Riserva, which is partly aged in barriques, shines in the glass with an intense ruby red colour. Deep red cherries, wild berries and a lovely spicy bouquet of cinnamon, pepper and cloves on the nose, rounded off with fine vanilla and tobacco notes. Medium-bodied on the palate, velvety and supple, the tannins flank a respectable finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Smells fruity at first, juicy red cherries, wild berries, plums, then spicy notes, cinnamon, cloves, tobacco, vanilla. Rich, dense, a fine acid wire provides freshness. Has really nice play and good balance." Vinum

"Delicate ruby red colour with light reflections. Dried flowers, cherry and cloves on the nose. Good pressure on the palate, savoury, followed by soft tannins, nice length." Falstaff

A fascinating Pinot Nero with the structure of a Nebbiolo. Fine cherry aroma with well-dosed extract sweetness, plus rose petals, mint and some Asian herbal spice. The wine is prancing on the palate with distinguished restraint, revealing its finesse and structure at the latest with the third sip and with the medium-bodied finish. This is as much a wine for Pinot fans as it is for lovers of enigmatic, subrilegious style - and clearly love at second sight. SUPERIORE.DE

"This is fruity and vibrant with ripe raspberries and cherries as well as roselle flowers and orange peel. Medium-bodied, round and mellow with creamy tannins. Delicious. Drink now." James Suckling

Maso Michei is located high up in a secluded mountain world in southern Trentino. There, the vines thrive at 790 to 850 metres above sea level on a sun-soaked south-facing slope in pristine nature. In this remarkable location for viticulture, the vines grow slowly and the grapes ripen late. With the acquisition of the 13 ha Maso Michei vineyards in the Valle dei Ronchi above Ala, Martin Foradori Hofstätter is returning to the roots of his ancestors in Trentino.

Dense, deep ruby red. Fresh and straightforward on the palate, with perfectly balanced acidity and rich aromatic nuances with distinct notes of wild berries, strawberries, red currants and delicate hints of undergrowth, nice length. SUPERIORE.DE

Sparkling salmon pink with orange-coloured reflections. Strong aroma of wild berries, yeast and fine bread and yeast flavours. Powerful on the palate, with crisp fruit and perlage, very complex and lively freshness, fine tannins, salty-mineral notes and a very respectable, dry finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"First produced in 1972, Maximum Rosé has a long history. Short skin contact of 10-12 hours gives a wine with red and black cherry hints along with some wild strawberry and a hint of cream. Intense in the mouth and slightly creamy, it features red fruit flavours accompanied by some freshening salinity and a touch of tannic structure. There's ripe sweetness at the core, and a fresh, long finish." Decanter

Sweet red cherries, roses and violets, mint and dried herbs on the nose. Fruity, well balanced and with silky tannins and a beautiful texture. A warm Pinot Nero from central Tuscany with depth, grace and full harmony. SUPERIORE.DE

"The Pinot Nero Il Chiuso 2020, tasted just before bottling, is quite dense and powerful. Black cherry, plum, chocolate, liquorice, spices and menthol are all evident. Judging by this tasting, the 2020 is shaping up to be a real powerhouse." Vinous

The grapes for this rosé spumante, produced using the classic champagne method, come from selected vineyards around Contessa Entellina. Elegant old rose colour. Strongly personal bouquet of brut crust, pink grapefruit and spices. Fresh, lively and well-structured on the palate. A long, persistent finish with a delicate herbaceous flavour. SUPERIORE.DE

The garnet-red Pinot Noir Monticol smells of blackberry and forest fruits, with fine tobacco flavours and coffee in the background. Delicate and well-balanced on the palate, silky tannins, long and slightly mineral on the finish. A great, elegant Pinot Noir. SUPERIORE.DE

"This harmonious red wine is light-footed, with fresh acidity and light, fine tannins that form a supple framework for delicate wild strawberry and cherry fruit, tea rose, Mediterranean scrub, graphite and mineral notes." Wine Spectator

"The 2021 Pinot Nero Riserva Monticol is dusty and understated, with carnations and rose petals emphasising dried strawberries. On the palate, it flows smoothly and delicately with mineral red berry fruit and liquid flowers that envelop the senses. Slightly tannic and crisp, the 2021 leaves the mouth watering as traces of liquorice and sour cherry fade." Vinous

"Cranberry, tea leaf and savory herbs swirl in the glass of this serious Pinot Noir. Crunch and tart red-fruit flavors pop at the top of the palate as a rush of earthy and savory notes give great depth and seriousness to the wine. Well-structured and built to last." Wine Enthusiast

"A light and delicate Pinot Noir with so much energy. Very perfumed with roses, rose petals, strawberries, citrus fruits, pomegranate and cranberries. Medium-bodied, with very fine tannins and a crisp finish. So delicious and drinkable." James Suckling

Bright ruby red with garnet red reflections. Wild bouquet of red fruits, delicate spice flavours and a hint of tobacco and leather. Taut and elegant at the same time, the tannins are velvety soft, with a well-proportioned fruit centre and harmonious spiciness. A skilfully balanced red with a lingering final and good ageing potential. SUPERIORE.DE

The first 1,850 Pinot Noir vines were brought to Italy from Burgundy by Count Vistarino back in 1865. Since then, the vinification of this demanding grape variety has been continuously refined over the generations. Today, the Pinot Noirs from the winegrowing dynasty can even outshine much more expensive Pinot Noirs from Burgundy at international tastings. The grapes for the winery's top crus are grown at an altitude of 400 metres, and the high temperature fluctuations between day and night ensure a complexity, precision and elegance that is rarely found even in Burgundy.

Brilliant ruby red colour. Delicately fruity nose of small red berries, coffee and hints of damp forest floor. Subtle and precise fruit on the palate, extremely fine tannins and a long, never-ending mineral finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Praesulis Pinot Noir is the latest addition to Markus Prackwieser's wine family. Gentle, bright ruby red colour with a delicately brightening rim. The nose is characterised by appealing wild berries, blood orange and fresh cherries, followed by fine creamy notes and a toasted undertone. Juicy on the palate, with fresh, very well-integrated tannins and a fine salty flavour, very harmonious on the finish with a subtle mountain spice aftertaste. SUPERIORE.DE

"Rich, shiny garnet with ruby red nuances. Elegant and inviting on the nose with precise fruit, slightly chilled wood, hibiscus, a hint of nutmeg. Present on the palate with beautiful tension and fine-grained tannins, again precise fruit, persistent, very successful." Falstaff

"The 2021 Pinot Noir Praesulis blossoms in the glass with a bouquet of dusty roses and smoky wild berries. On the palate, it unfolds a silky texture with salty minerals and tart red and black fruits, accompanied by a lively acidity. The 2021 creates tension and finishes long and gently tannic with a spicy aftertaste." Vinous