Colombo Piemonte Pinot Nero Apertura 2022

Colombo Cascina Pastori Apertura 2022 is an elegant, single-varietal Pinot Noir from Piemonte, showcasing the refined expression this grape can achieve in the hills of Langa Astigiana. Produced in Bubbio and matured in tonneaux and large oak casks, it combines aromatic finesse with firm, polished tannins and impressive depth. Its careful maturation also gives it the structure to develop further in bottle.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, Apertura displays a clear ruby-red colour with subtle garnet reflections. The nose opens with ripe red-fruit aromas of cherry and Morello cherry, complemented by delicate dog-rose florals and gently spiced notes of vanilla and liquorice. On the palate, the wine is warm, harmonious and well structured. Elegant yet firm tannins provide definition, while oak maturation adds roundness without overshadowing the Pinot Noir’s precision and aromatic character. The finish is long and persistent, with the balance and structure to reward further bottle ageing.

Production
The grapes come from vineyards in Langa Astigiana, in the municipality of Bubbio, where deep calcareous marl soils lend balance, structure and aromatic clarity. The vines are trained using the Guyot system, planted at approximately 5,200 vines per hectare and cultivated for naturally low yields. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks, followed by malolactic fermentation in wood. The wine then matures for 15–18 months in tonneaux and large oak casks before spending at least six additional months ageing in bottle.

Food & Serving
Serve at approximately 16–18°C, ideally after allowing the wine to come close to cellar temperature. Decanting for 30–60 minutes is recommended when opening the bottle young, helping to reveal its floral aromas and soften the structured tannins. Its combination of freshness, structure and savoury depth makes it a natural partner for truffle dishes, roasted poultry, veal, mushroom-based preparations, game birds and mature cheeses.

Producer
Colombo Cascina Pastori produces Apertura in Bubbio, at the heart of the Asti Langa, with a focus on expressing the character of its Piedmontese vineyards. This Pinot Noir reflects the estate’s careful approach to low-yield viticulture, precise vinification and extended maturation in wood and bottle. The result is a distinctive regional interpretation of Pinot Noir, balancing varietal elegance with the firm structure associated with the area’s calcareous marl soils.

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