Girlan
Pinot Nero Patricia 2023
| Denomination | DOC Alto Adige Pinot Nero |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Trentino Alto Adige (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Pinot Nero |
| Aging | Aged for 15 months in small and large oak barrels, followed by 6 months in bottle. |
- Alpine origin: Alto Adige DOC from vineyards located between 450 and 600 metres on south-facing slopes
- Grapes and style: 100% Pinot Noir, still dry red wine of medium body, with a fresh and mineral character
- Vinification: hand-harvested, fermented in steel for 12–15 days, followed by malolactic fermentation
- Ageing: 15 months in oak barrels and 6 months in bottle, with a persistent and mineral finish
- Serving and pairings: at 14–16 °C, decant for 1 hour; pairs well with mushrooms, roasts and game
Description
What kind of wine it is
Patricia by Girlan is a still red wine that authentically expresses the identity of Alto Adige. This Pinot Noir displays a clear ruby red colour, revealing aromas of cherry, blackberry and dried flowers, enriched by delicate notes of undergrowth, spices and subtle hints of vanilla. On the palate, it is dry and medium-bodied, standing out for its crisp fruity freshness skilfully balanced by ripe tannins and a fine minerality. The long and persistent finish makes it perfect for accompanying the flavours of Mediterranean cuisine, particularly enhancing mushroom risottos, roast meats and game or selections of mature cheeses.
Where it comes from
The grapes are grown in vineyards located in the renowned subzones of Cornaiano, Mazzon and Pinzon, on gentle south-facing slopes between 450 and 600 metres above sea level. The soils are a mix of limestone, clay and sand, interwoven with rich moraine deposits on volcanic rock. This geological complexity, combined with the unique Alpine microclimate, defines the character of the wine. The natural barrier of the Alps to the north and the Mediterranean influences from the south ensure significant night-time temperature variations, essential conditions for optimal ripening, developing intense aromas and preserving excellent freshness.
How it is produced
The production process involves meticulous manual harvesting, with the bunches collected in small containers to preserve their integrity. In the winery, after destemming, the must descends by gravity into stainless steel vats, where alcoholic fermentation takes place for about two weeks. Once malolactic fermentation is complete, the wine undergoes maturation in oak barrels of various sizes for fifteen months, a key stage for integrating the structure and elegantly smoothing the tannic texture. A final rest in bottle for six months completes the evolution, delivering a harmonious sip with clear ageing potential.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1923, the historic Cantina Girlan embodies the authentic winemaking essence of South Tyrol. The prestigious Pinot Nero Patricia is born from a meticulous manual harvest in the most renowned areas of Girlan, Mazzon and Pinzon. Under the expert guidance of oenologist Gerhard Kofler, the must is transferred by gravity into steel tanks, then undergoes maturation in oak for fifteen months and a final six-month rest in the bottle. The result is an elegant, structured and intensely fruity red wine, the ideal expression of this Alpine terroir.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
14 -16 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1923
- Oenologist: Gerhard Kofler
- Bottles produced: 1.350.000
- Hectares: 220
Today, about 200 greatly committed and motivated winegrowers and their families farm an area covering about 230 hectares of vineyards in the best production areas of Oltradige and Bassa Atesina. Our enologist, Gerhard Kofler, keeps in close personal contact with the winegrowers and provides his professional advice during the growing season. This beneficial exchange of expertise sets the foundations for producing highest quality wines. The wines are among the most awarded in the region and available in more than 40 countries worldwide. Read more
| Name | Girlan Pinot Nero Patricia 2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Alto Adige DOC |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Pinot Nero |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Trentino Alto Adige |
| Vendor | Girlan |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1923, the historic Cantina Girlan embodies the authentic winemaking essence of South Tyrol. The prestigious Pinot Nero Patricia is born from a meticulous manual harvest in the most renowned areas of Girlan, Mazzon and Pinzon. Under the expert guidance of oenologist Gerhard Kofler, the must is transferred by gravity into steel tanks, then undergoes maturation in oak for fifteen months and a final six-month rest in the bottle. The result is an elegant, structured and intensely fruity red wine, the ideal expression of this Alpine terroir. |
| Origin | Girlan, Mazzon and Pinzon (South Tyrol, Italy) |
| Climate | Alpine climate with Mediterranean influences and strong temperature variations |
| Soil composition | Calcareous, clayey, sandy, rich in minerals; morainic deposits on porphyritic volcanic rock |
| Fermentation | 12–15 days |
| Production technique | Manual harvest; must transferred by gravity into stainless steel vats; alcoholic fermentation 12–15 days; malolactic fermentation; ageing 15 months in oak barrels and 6 months in bottle |
| Wine making | Manual harvest in small containers; destemming; the must is transferred by gravity into stainless steel vats; alcoholic fermentation for 12–15 days; malolactic fermentation completed; ageing for 15 months in small and large oak barrels and 6 months in bottle. |
| Aging | Aged for 15 months in small and large oak barrels, followed by 6 months in bottle. |
| Total acidity | 4.4 gr/L |
| Residual sugar | 2.7 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |