Castello del Poggio
Oltrenero Oltrepo Pavese Pinot Nero Metodo Classico Brut
| Denomination | DOCG Oltrepo' Pavese Metodo Classico Pinot Nero |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Area | Lombardy (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Pinot Nero |
| Aging | 36 months in bottle on the lees |
- Format and alcohol content: 750 ml bottle, 12% ABV; Brut made from 100% Pinot Noir DOCG
- Production technique: Traditional Method with secondary fermentation in the bottle
- Ageing on the lees: 36 months in the bottle to develop notes of bread crust
- Aromatic profile: Notes of apple, medlar, lime, hawthorn, citrus fruits and a persistent finish
- Pairings and serving temperature: Serve at 6–8 °C with starters, fish, shellfish and cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Oltrenero Brut is a sparkling wine with a straw yellow colour, an authentic expression of Pinot Nero. On the nose, it reveals a bouquet defined by notes of apple, medlar, lime and hawthorn, intertwined with delicate hints of bread crumb. The palate is characterised by a fine perlage and a lively mousse, with fresh citrus tones leading to a persistent finish. Perfect for enhancing starters, shellfish, fish dishes and cheeses, this wine offers a balanced and structured tasting experience.
Where it comes from
This sparkling wine originates from the vineyards of Tenuta Il Bosco, located in Zenevredo, in the province of Pavia. The area belongs to the territory of Oltrepò Pavese, a region of Lombardy renowned for its natural vocation for viticulture. The particular soil and climate conditions provide an ideal environment for grape ripening, giving the wine a defined aromatic profile and a clear territorial identity, typical of this historic geographical area.
How it is produced
The winemaking process strictly follows the Traditional Method, with the secondary fermentation taking place in the bottle. Subsequently, the wine matures for 36 months on the lees, an essential resting period to develop the characteristic note of bread crust and ensure a complex structure. To fully appreciate the liveliness and balance of this Brut, it is recommended to serve it at a temperature of between 6 and 8 °C.
History and Curiosities
Produced at the Il Bosco Estate, Oltrenero Brut Oltrepò Pavese DOCG is a prestigious sparkling wine made exclusively from Pinot Nero grapes. Crafted using the Traditional Method and matured for 36 months on the lees, it offers a fine perlage and an elegant bouquet with notes of bread crust, apple, and lively citrus. This Lombard excellence, awarded the 3 Viti AIS, delivers a fresh and vibrant sip, perfect for enhancing fish-based dishes.
Awards
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4Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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3Italian Sommelier Association (AIS) guide
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1986
- Oenologist: Stefano Ferrante, Federico Capetta
- Bottles produced: 740.000
- Hectares: 135
The story of Castello del Poggio is that of a rural district that was strenuously defended by its founders and then by other noble families against their many enemies. In fact, every village in the Asti area has its castle, tower and numerous campanili, as well as the remains of ancient fortifications.
The defensive works of the Castello del Poggio estate take the form of a castle, a mediaeval stronghold that belonged to the aristocratic Bunéis family and was built between the 12th and 14th centuries. This castle is still clearly visible and lies on the top of a bricco – a hill in the dialect of the Asti area – that is particularly suitable for growing high-quality vines because it is steep, having been conquered inch by inch as a result of human labour.
The estate today is the fruit of the Zonin family’s vast capital of experience, knowledge and love for the vine. Purchased in 1985, it now covers 186 hectares, of which 160 are vineyards. These form a delightful amphitheatre of vine rows at an altitude of between 250 and 350 metres above sea level. The climate is a typically continental one and is influenced by the barrier that the Alps and the Apennines place in the way of the south-westerly winds.
The original 35 hectares of vines, once the property of well-known Piedmontese producer Arturo Bersano, have now become no less than 160 hectares, thanks to a patient and forward-looking process of replanting and extension of the area under vine with the acquisitions of the Rocca, Cerrina, Cascinot, Masarej, Poggio and Orto farms as well as the Il Briccone holding in the commune of Costigliole d’Asti, known as "the land of gold" because it is blessed with thousands of bunches of splendid Moscato d’Asti grapes. With this redevelopment of land and vineyards, the Zonins have succeeded in reassembling the property originally owned by the Bunéis family in the 18th century.
The Castello del Poggio estate is striving to highlight the quality of Piedmont’s outstanding indigenous cultivars, such as Barbera, Dolcetto, Brachetto, Moscato d’Asti and Grignolino. In this area – which historically has always been considered the "cru" zone par excellence – they express their varietal characteristics to the full. Read more
| Name | Castello del Poggio Oltrenero Oltrepo Pavese Pinot Nero Metodo Classico Brut |
|---|---|
| Type | White classic method sparkling wine brut |
| Denomination | Oltrepò Pavese Metodo Classico DOCG |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Pinot Nero |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Lombardy |
| Vendor | Castello del Poggio |
| Story | History and Curiosities Produced at the Il Bosco Estate, Oltrenero Brut Oltrepò Pavese DOCG is a prestigious sparkling wine made exclusively from Pinot Nero grapes. Crafted using the Traditional Method and matured for 36 months on the lees, it offers a fine perlage and an elegant bouquet with notes of bread crust, apple, and lively citrus. This Lombard excellence, awarded the 3 Viti AIS, delivers a fresh and vibrant sip, perfect for enhancing fish-based dishes. |
| Origin | Località il Bosco, Zenevredo (Pavia), Lombardy, Italy |
| Fermentation | 36 months in the bottle on the lees |
| Production technique | Traditional Method (bottle fermentation) |
| Wine making | Produced using the Traditional Method (secondary fermentation in the bottle) with 36 months of bottle ageing on the lees. |
| Aging | 36 months in bottle on the lees |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |