Pinot Nero (2006)

About this wine

This Pinot Noir presents a ruby red to garnet red color, reflecting its maturity. The nose is characterized by aromas of berries and sour cherries, mature and seductive. On the palate, it is harmonious, soft, and full-bodied, with rich fruit flavors. The wine is produced from vineyards situated at an elevation of 450 meters, where calcareous clay and gravelly soils, combined with a favorable climate, contribute to its high quality. The vinification process includes fermentation at a constant temperature of 26–28 °C for about 7 days, followed by aging in both large and small French oak barrels, enhancing its complexity and depth.

About the grape

Pinot Noir, known as Pinot Nero in Italy, was introduced to Alto Adige in the early 19th century, with records dating back to 1838. The region's unique climate and diverse soils have allowed this grape to thrive, particularly in areas like Mazzon and Montagna, where it benefits from significant temperature variations between day and night. Peter Zemmer's vineyards, situated at elevations around 450 meters, provide ideal conditions for cultivating high-quality Pinot Noir. The combination of calcareous clay and gravelly soils, along with meticulous vineyard management, contributes to the grape's exceptional expression in this wine.

Quick facts

• 🏔️🍇 The 2006 Pinot Nero from Peter Zemmer hails from Alto Adige, Italy's northernmost wine region, renowned for its unique Alpine-Mediterranean climate that contributes to the wine's distinctive character.
• 🍷🌄 This wine is crafted exclusively from Pinot Noir grapes, locally known as 'Pinot Nero,' which thrive in the region's calcareous clay and gravelly soils at elevations around 450 meters (1,400 feet).
• 🔥🍒 The 2006 vintage underwent fermentation at controlled temperatures of 26–28°C (79–82°F) for about seven days, enhancing its rich fruit flavors and harmonious structure.
• 🪵🍷 Aging involved a combination of large French oak barrels and smaller, 2-3-year-old French oak barriques, imparting subtle oak nuances and complexity to the wine.
• 🍒🍷 The 2006 Pinot Nero exhibits a ruby to garnet red color, with aromas of berries and sour cherries, leading to a soft, full-bodied palate rich in fruit flavors.

Palate profile

Producer

Established in 1928 by Peter Zemmer, the winery is located in Cortina sulla Strada del Vino, a village with a history spanning over 700 years. After the founder's early death in 1969, his nephew Helmut Zemmer took over, transforming it into one of the region's leading wineries. Today, the third-generation winemaker, also named Peter Zemmer, continues the family legacy, producing wines that reflect the unique terroir of Alto Adige. The winery emphasizes sustainable practices, including solar energy use and natural vineyard management, to preserve the environment and enhance wine quality.