Curlan Pinot Nero Riserva Alto Adige DOC 2021 - Girlan

The Parcel Selection and Volcanic Footprint of CURLAN Pinot Noir Riserva

The CURLAN Pinot Noir Riserva DOC represents the culmination of a rigorous technical investigation conducted by Cantina Girlan, developed through years of agronomic sampling and experimental micro-vinifications on very small lots. This Riserva originates from a core of only three carefully selected plots within the historic sub-zone of Cornaiano, arranged at an altitude of 500 meters above sea level. The vineyards, covering an extremely limited total surface area of 1.2 hectares, benefit from a dual eastern and western exposure. The vines, aged between 20 and 25 years, take root in poor, gravelly soils originated from morainic deposits resting on a solid volcanic porphyry substratum. This combination gives the variety a distinct polyphenolic concentration and a profound mineral quality.

Cellar Protocol: Gravity-Fed Processing and Extended Barrique Rest

The cellar processing of the 2021 vintage applies strict parameters aimed at safeguarding the extractive purity and fruit integrity. The manual harvest is performed in mid-September upon reaching perfect phenolic maturity, using small bins to protect the clusters. Following the destemming phase, the must is transferred exclusively by gravity into stainless steel tanks, resetting mechanical pump stresses. The primary extraction cycle and skin-contact maceration extend for 25 days. Upon completion of malolactic fermentation, the wine undergoes an extended 20-month aging path in oak barriques, completing the process with an additional 18-month stabilization rest in glass prior to commercial release.

Sensory Profile of CURLAN Trentino Alto Adige red wine

The microclimate of the Cornaiano slopes combined with prolonged contact with small French oak outlines an organoleptic framework of extraordinary precision and tertiary depth.

• Blend and Classification: 100% Pinot Noir / Alto Adige DOC 
• Analytical Data (2021 Vintage): Alcohol Content: 14.00% Vol. / Aging: 20 months in barriques and 18 months in the bottle.
• Visual Assessment: Deep and intense ruby red color, characterized by excellent chromatic brilliance and high viscosity upon swirling in the glass.
• Olfactory Framework: Broad, complex, and multifaceted bouquet. Consistent scents of wild berries and ripe sour cherry stand out on the nose, integrated by a pronounced and fine spiciness reminiscent of alpine medicinal herbs and subtle toasted notes in the background.
• Palate Characteristics: The tasting reveals an elegant yet simultaneously voluminous profile. The progression displays a complex architecture, supported by a structure of well-developed, savory, and dense tannins that guide the pour toward a long, taut finish with outstanding mineral persistence.

Service Guidelines and Gastronomic Pairings

The thickness of the texture, the acid balance, and the complexity of this Riserva Pinot Noir make it an ideal companion for flavor-rich dishes and elaborate land-based cuisine.

• Stable Pairings: It pairs with absolute elegance alongside structured main courses based on roasted or grilled red meats, prominent feathered and furred game preparations, structured slow-cooked stews, and selections of long-aged or hard cheeses.
• Serving Method: To promote the development of the rich aromatic framework and ensure the integration of the polyphenolic components, a serving temperature of 16 - 18°C is recommended.

Evolutionary Potential and Storage

The CURLAN Riserva displays solid and monumental longevity, possessing an aging potential in the cellar that easily extends beyond 10-15 years. Horizontal bottle storage is recommended in a completely dark environment, free from vibrations and at a constant temperature.