The Pinot Nero 2024 from Sankt Pauls is a tribute to the elegance and finesse of one of the world's noblest grape varieties, which finds one of its chosen homes in South Tyrol. Cultivated on well-ventilated slopes with calcareous and gravelly soils, this red wine stands out for its aromatic transparency and alpine freshness.
Sankt Pauls - Pinot Nero Alto Adige DOC 2024: The Elegance of the Slope
The Pinot Nero 2024 from Sankt Pauls perfectly embodies the "Burgundian" style of South Tyrol: a wine that focuses not on power, but on grace and aromatic complexity. Thanks to the strong day-night temperature fluctuations typical of the Appiano area, the grapes maintain a vibrant freshness and a very fine aromatic profile. The 2024 vintage has yielded a wine of extraordinary purity, where the crispness of red fruit is combined with a silky and light tannic texture. It is the ideal red for those seeking refinement, balance, and a smooth yet profound drinkability.
Sensory Profile In the glass, it presents a delicate and brilliant ruby red color, typical of the grape variety. The bouquet is a dance of small red fruits: fresh cherry, raspberry, and wild strawberry, accompanied by delicate floral notes of violet and a hint of sweet spices and undergrowth. On the palate, the entry is subtle and elegant; the structure is supported by a lively acidity that gives dynamism to the sip. The tannins are imperceptible and velvety, finishing with a clean, savory, and pleasantly fruity aftertaste.
Winemaking and Aging The grapes are hand-harvested and vinified with cold maceration to delicately extract only the noblest aromas and the pale ruby color. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures. To respect the aromatic fragility of Pinot Noir, aging occurs in large wooden barrels and partially in steel, a choice that allows the wine to breathe and mature without the toasted notes of wood overpowering the fruit's elegance.
Food Pairings An extremely versatile red, capable of accompanying even fatty fish dishes (such as tuna or salmon). It is perfect with charcuterie appetizers, first courses with light meat sauces, roasted white meats, and noble poultry. Surprising with typical local dishes such as canederli (dumplings) or lightly aged speck.
Technical Data
Producer: Cantina Sankt Pauls
Wine: Alto Adige DOC Pinot Nero (Blauburgunder)
Vintage: 2024
Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Noir
Region: Alto Adige (Appiano)
Aging: Large wooden barrel and steel
Alcohol Content: 13.5% Vol.
