Erste e Neue
Puntay Pinot Nero Riserva 2023
| Denomination | DOC Alto Adige Pino Nero Riserva |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Area | Trentino Alto Adige (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Pinot Nero |
| Aging | Ageing in barriques for 12 months, followed by bottle ageing (minimum 36 months in total). |
- Classification: 100% Pinot Noir Riserva Alto Adige DOC 2023 still red wine
- Refined aromas: notes of cherry and redcurrant, hints of vanilla, cocoa, and floral notes
- Dry and juicy palate: delicate tannins, bright acidity, and a long, harmonious finish
- Vinification: 12 days of maceration, fermentation in stainless steel, and ageing in oak
- Serving: 13–18°C, decant for 1 hour; ideal with roasts, game, and tuna
Description
What type of wine it is
Puntay Pinot Noir Riserva is a still red wine with a Controlled Designation of Origin, produced by Erste+Neue in Alto Adige from Pinot Noir grapes. Fermented in stainless steel and aged in oak barrels, it stands out for its elegant style, with a bouquet of cherry, redcurrant, cocoa and a floral background. On the palate, it is juicy and clean, supported by a balanced structure, distinct acidity and elegant tannins. The harmonious finish makes it ideal for pairing with roasts, game and savoury seafood dishes.
Where it comes from
This Pinot Noir originates in Alto Adige, from vines grown at medium altitudes in the renowned Puntay vineyard. The roots reach into sandy soils with a strong limestone component and deep layers of gravel, which give the wine an extraordinary aromatic clarity. The alpine-continental climate promotes steady ripening, essential for preserving the integrity of the bunches. The Erste+Neue winery manages its vineyards following the principles of sustainable viticulture, protecting natural resources to offer a pure representation of the terroir.
How it is produced
Production begins with manual harvesting and careful selection of the grapes. Vinification involves a traditional maceration of twelve days, with the partial use of whole bunches to achieve greater complexity. After fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, useful for preserving the freshness of the fruit, the wine matures in oak barrels for approximately eighteen months. This is followed by a period of rest away from light which consolidates a significant ageing potential, allowing the wine to evolve beautifully over time.
History and Trivia
The Puntay Pinot Nero Riserva Alto Adige DOC represents the ultimate expression of Erste+Neue, a historic winery committed to FAIR’N GREEN certified sustainable viticulture. Produced from hand-harvested grapes in the historic Puntay vineyard, this extraordinary red wine bears witness to the mastery of winemaker Thomas Scarizuola. Already awarded the gold medal at the Prague Wine Trophy, it offers a compelling experience if tasted immediately, but is capable of evolving magnificently over time thanks to an ageing potential of 5-10 years.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
14 -16 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1900
- Oenologist: Thomas Scarizuola
- Bottles produced: 400.000
- Hectares: 60
ERSTE+NEUE has been exploring new avenues for more than a century, combining Alto Adige wine culture and tradition with innovation. Throughout this journey, we have dared quite a few first ascents and in doing so have written Alto Adige wine history.
Created in 1986 as a result of the merger of Erste Kellerei (1900) and Neue Kellerei (1925) followed in 2016 by the future-oriented alliance with Cantina Kaltern. Today ERSTE+NEUE stands for top alpine wines, pressed in harmony with nature using not only the latest technology but also drawing on the experience and love of experimentation demonstated by previous generations. inery that was rich in both tradition and renown. The clue is in the name: the tried and tested is upheld, while there is an openness to innovation. Each individual bottle is proof of this philosophy.
ERSTE+NEUE has held the FAIR’N GREEN international seal for sustainable viticulture since 2018. This certification supports us not only in making sustainability goals objectively measurable but also in achieving them. The goals of FAIR’N GREEN are also close to our hearts: environmental protection, natural viticulture, promotion of biodiversity and the protection of natural resources. In addition, fair pay, social commitment and social responsibility are required. At the end of the day, the preservation and promotion of the cultural landscape are also important to us. In this way, those who love our alpine wines can enjoy excellent products that have been produced under responsible conditions for both people and nature. Read more
| Name | Erste Neue Puntay Pinot Nero Riserva 2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Alto Adige DOC |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Pinot Nero |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Trentino Alto Adige |
| Vendor | Erste e Neue |
| Story | History and Trivia The Puntay Pinot Nero Riserva Alto Adige DOC represents the ultimate expression of Erste+Neue, a historic winery committed to FAIR’N GREEN certified sustainable viticulture. Produced from hand-harvested grapes in the historic Puntay vineyard, this extraordinary red wine bears witness to the mastery of winemaker Thomas Scarizuola. Already awarded the gold medal at the Prague Wine Trophy, it offers a compelling experience if tasted immediately, but is capable of evolving magnificently over time thanks to an ageing potential of 5 0 years. |
| Origin | Alto Adige (South Tyrol), Puntay vineyard, Italy |
| Climate | Temperate alpine-continental climate |
| Soil composition | Sandy soils with calcareous skeleton and deep layers of gravel |
| Cultivation system | Tablemount |
| Production technique | Traditional maceration for 12 days, partly with whole bunches; fermentation in stainless steel at a controlled temperature; ageing in oak casks and barriques for approximately 12 months (with subsequent ageing in the bottle). |
| Wine making | Traditional maceration for 12 days, partly with whole bunches; temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel; maturation/ageing in oak casks and barriques for approximately 12 months (followed by bottle ageing). |
| Aging | Ageing in barriques for 12 months, followed by bottle ageing (minimum 36 months in total). |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |