Reserve Collection Pinot Noir

Description

Variety: 100% Pinot Noir.

Variety characteristics:

Pinot Noir: The name is derived from the French words for “pine” and “black” alluding to the varietals’ tightly clustered dark purple pine cone shaped bunches of fruit. It is widely considered to produce some of the finest wines in the world, but is a difficult variety to cultivate and transform into wine.

Location of vineyards: Etchevarría, Canelones, Uruguay. Only 25 km from the River Plate.

Soil: Calcareous and permeable undulating fields.

Harvest date: Early February.

Harvest: Manually collected in 18Kg boxes.

Fermentation: 14 days.

Maceration: Up to 4 days after fermentation.

Malolactic Fermentation: Yes.

Oak ageing: 80 % 12  months in American and French oak.

Color: Bright ruby red with cherry glints.

Nose:  Sweet initial aroma, with red a black fruit, such us strawberry, raspberry and currant, with a touch of vanilla and tobacco.

Palate: Soft and delicate entry. Very elegant and balanced, with velvety tannins. Confirms the fruit in a mature state. Medium to lonf finish.

Service Temperature: 10-12ºC

Pairing: Great match for fishes and low-fat meats, also  risottos and soft cheeses.