Pinot Noir Les Cretes

Valle d'Aosta DOC • Valle d'Aosta • Les Cretes
Category
Red Wines
Winery
Les Cretes
Region
Valle d'Aosta
Denomination
Valle d'Aosta DOC
Alcohol
13.5%
Vinification
Maceration for 15-20 days
Aging
6 months in stainless steel tanks
Grape varieties
Pinot Nero 100%
Notes
Contains sulfites
Pinot Noir Les Cretes Italian wine - Valle d'Aosta DOC from Valle d'Aosta

Tasting Notes

This exceptional Valle d'Aosta DOC showcases the authentic character of Valle d'Aosta. Its 13.5% alcohol content supports a rounded, well-integrated style. Crafted from Pinot Nero 100%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. It displays rich color intensity with complex aromas and a persistent finish. The fruit is sourced from vineyards on vines of 40 years old, on medium-textured soil clay. Vinification: maceration for 15-20 days. The wine is aged 6 months in stainless steel tanks. A wine showing the alpine purity typical of this small mountain region.

Food Pairings

🍽️ Grilled red meats and game
🍽️ Braised lamb with herbs
🍽️ Wild mushroom risotto
🍽️ Rich pasta dishes with meat sauce
🍽️ Aged Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano
🍽️ Mature pecorino cheese

About Valle d'Aosta Wine Region

Valle d'Aosta, Italy's smallest wine region, grows vines at some of the country's highest altitudes.

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