Flora Pinot Noir Riserva Alto Adige DOC 2023 - Girlan x 6

The Pedoclimatic Convergence and Architecture of the FLORA Pinot Noir Riserva

The FLORA Pinot Noir Riserva DOC represents one of the most prestigious interpretations from Cantina Girlan, conceived to elevate the finesse and tertiary complexity of the Bourgogne variety. The grapes originate from a rigorous selection of the finest plots in Oltradige and Bassa Atesina, situated at an altitude ranging between 380 and 530 meters above sea level. The wine's architecture benefits from a dual and complementary geological matrix: morainic deposits resting on volcanic porphyry rock in the Oltradige district on one side, and west-facing calcareous-clayey soils typical of Bassa Atesina on the other. This environmental combination ensures a slow ripening of the clusters, imparting outstanding aromatic elegance and a solid mineral texture to the Riserva.

Cellar Protocol: Gravity-Fed Vinification and Fractional Aging

The processing of the 2023 vintage applies rigorous technological criteria oriented toward maximum protection of the raw material. The manual harvest is performed using small bins to prevent premature compression of the fruit. After destemming, the must is transferred exclusively by gravity into stainless steel tanks, eliminating the mechanical stress of pumping to safeguard berry integrity. The primary extraction cycle extends for a period of 20-22 days. Following the completion of malolactic fermentation, the aging path involves a 12-month cellaring period carried out for 70% in barriques and for 30% in small 12-hectoliter wooden casks. Subsequently, the mass is blended in large oak casks for an additional 6 months, completing the cycle with a 6-month rest in glass before its definitive distribution.

Sensory Profile of FLORA Riserva Trentino Alto Adige red wine

Extended and structured maturation in both small and large oak casks, paired with the quality of historic vines, outlines an organoleptic framework of absolute precision and tertiary richness.

• Blend and Classification: 100% Pinot Nero (Pinot Noir) / Alto Adige DOC.
• Analytical Data (2023 Vintage): Alcohol Content: 13.50% Vol. / Aging: 12 months in barriques/small casks, 6 months in large oak, 6 months in glass.
• Visual Assessment: Limpid and brilliant ruby red hue, enriched by garnet highlights that testify to its proper chromatic evolution.
• Olfactory Framework: Intense, clean, and deep bouquet. Consistent scents of wild berries and ripe sour cherry stand out on the nose, integrated by elegant spicy nuances, hints of blonde tobacco, and subtle toasted notes derived from fine oak.
• Palate Characteristics: The tasting reveals a dry, taut profile of extraordinary responsiveness. The progression displays a full-bodied and fruity texture, supported by a structure of velvety, delicate tannins that guide the pour toward a savory, taut, and exceptionally persistent finish.

Service Guidelines and Gastronomic Pairings

The agility of the body and the fineness of the tannins in this Pinot Nero Riserva determine outstanding versatility alongside refined land or seafood dishes.

• Stable Pairings: It pairs magnificently alongside structured second courses based on delicate white meats, roasted veal with alpine herbs, pork fillets, and selections of premium grilled fish, such as salmon steaks or seared tuna.
• Serving Method: To promote the development of the rich tertiary profile and ensure tannin integration, a serving temperature of 14 - 16°C is recommended.

Evolutionary Potential and Storage

The FLORA Pinot Nero Riserva displays solid longevity, possessing an aging potential in the cellar that easily extends beyond 10 years from bottling. For proper tertiary development, horizontal bottle storage is recommended in a completely dark environment, protected from thermal fluctuations and environmental vibrations.