Giorgi Oltrepo Pavese Gran Cuvee Storica 1870 Metodo Classico Pinot Nero Brut 2020

Giorgi Oltrepò Pavese Gran Cuvée Storica 1870 Metodo Classico Pinot Nero Brut 2020 is a refined sparkling wine that showcases the very best of Lombardy’s Oltrepò Pavese region. Crafted from Pinot Nero and aged using the traditional method, it represents the flagship cuvée of the historic Giorgi estate. Produced in limited quantities of around 8,000 bottles, this wine is a proud tribute to the house’s long-standing commitment to quality and craftsmanship since 1870.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the 2020 Gran Cuvée Storica 1870 shines with a bright, pale straw-yellow color touched by subtle onion-skin reflections typical of Pinot Nero, enlivened by a fine and persistent bead of bubbles. The nose is elegant and layered, offering notes of crisp green apple, Williams pear, and citrus zest, intertwined with hints of white flowers, fresh brioche, and delicate toasted hazelnut from time spent on the lees. On the palate, this is a precise and lively Metodo Classico Brut, with a harmonious balance between fresh acidity and a creamy, well-integrated mousse. Flavors of lemon curd, red apple skin, and stone fruit are joined by subtle nuances of almond, pastry, and chalky minerality, giving both depth and finesse. The finish is clean, dry, and persistent, with a savory echo that invites another sip. Enjoyable now for its vibrant character, it also has the structure to develop additional complexity over the next 3–5 years in bottle, gaining more autolytic and nutty notes with time.

Production
The Pinot Nero for Gran Cuvée Storica 1870 comes from carefully selected hillside vineyards in Oltrepò Pavese, one of Lombardy’s most historic and vocated areas for this grape, benefiting from well-drained calcareous-clay soils and a temperate continental climate moderated by altitude and nearby Apennine influences. Grapes are harvested by hand at optimal ripeness to preserve acidity and aromatic purity, and are gently pressed to obtain only the finest must. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel to retain freshness, followed by a secondary fermentation in bottle according to the Metodo Classico. The wine then rests sur lie for an extended period, allowing the fine lees to contribute texture, complexity, and the refined, persistent perlage that defines this flagship cuvée.

Food & Serving
This Pinot Nero Metodo Classico Brut is a versatile partner at the table, ideal as an elegant aperitif and equally at home throughout a meal. It pairs beautifully with oysters, scallop carpaccio, sushi and sashimi, as well as delicate fish dishes, shellfish, and seafood risotto. It also complements light poultry, veal tartare, and fine charcuterie, along with soft cheeses and fresh goat cheese. Serve well-chilled at 6–8°C (43–46°F) to highlight its finesse and vibrant acidity. A brief 10–15 minutes in the glass is usually sufficient for it to open up; decanting is not necessary, but pouring into quality sparkling wine glasses or tulip-shaped flutes will best showcase its aromatics and texture.

Producer
Founded in 1870, Giorgi is one of the historic pillars of wine production in the province of Pavia and a leading name in Oltrepò Pavese, particularly renowned for its work with Pinot Nero and traditional-method sparkling wines. Over generations, the family-run estate has expanded and refined its vineyards, focusing on the most favorable exposures and soils to fully express the local terroir. Today, Giorgi stands as one of the most important producers in the region, recognized for combining tradition with modern precision in the cellar. The Gran Cuvée Storica 1870 embodies this legacy, serving as the estate’s flagship Metodo Classico and a benchmark for quality sparkling wine from Oltrepò Pavese.

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