Colterenzio Saint Daniel Pinot Nero Riserva 2021

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Colterenzio
Label Name:
 
Saint Daniel Pinot Nero Riserva
Vintage:
 
2021
Country:
 
Italy
Region:
 
Alto Adige (South Tyrol)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13.5%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Nero (Pinot Noir)
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
3
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Selected scores: Wine Spectator 90 (2021); Vinous 90 (2021); Tannico listing 91 (2022); James Suckling 92 (2020 vintage); Wine Advocate/Robert Parker 93 (2019 vintage)

Tasting Note
Medium-intense garnet. Aromas of cherry, damson and red berries with cinnamon and subtle mint/balsamic hints. Medium-bodied, supple and elegant with velvety tannins, fresh acidity and discreet oak spice; persistent, savory finish.

Food Pairing
Western: roast duck, seared duck with plum glaze, roast partridge, veal escalopes, charcuterie, mushroom risotto, pork or roasted red meats. Asian: Peking/hoisin duck, ginger-seared veal, teriyaki or miso-glazed fish, char siu pork, umami noodle dishes and dishes with soy/ginger sauces.

Production Method
Grapes destemmed, brief cold maceration; fermentation at ~25°C for about 14 days; malolactic in wood. Aged 12 months (2/3 in 35 hl casks, 1/3 in barriques) then 12 months in bottle.

Vineyard Info
Colterenzio cooperative (founded 1960) of ~300 members; vineyards in Appiano/Cornaiano at 350–450 m on volcanic soils with morainal deposits; sustainable viticulture, 100% Pinot Nero.