Moratti Oltrepo Pavese Pas Dose Millesimato R.D.M. 2014

Moratti R.D.M. Pas Dosè Millesimato 2014 is a refined, terroir-driven sparkling wine from the hills of Lombardy, crafted at the historic Castello di Cigognola. Made from Pinot Nero and Pinot Meunier and bottled with no dosage (Pas Dosè), it offers a pure, incisive expression of its grapes and origin. This vintage-dated Metodo Classico cuvée pays homage to the traditional sparkling wines of Oltrepò Pavese while embracing a modern, ultra-precise style.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, this Millesimato 2014 typically shows a luminous straw-yellow to pale gold hue, enlivened by a fine and persistent mousse and delicate chains of bubbles. The nose is elegant and complex, with layered aromas of crisp green and yellow apple, lemon zest, and ripe pear, intertwined with notes of white flowers, brioche, toasted nuts, and a subtle chalky minerality that reflects its hillside origins. On the palate, Moratti R.D.M. Pas Dosè is dry, focused, and linear, with the tension you expect from a no-dosage Metodo Classico. Pinot Nero delivers structure and depth, while Pinot Meunier adds suppleness and fruit. Expect flavors of citrus, green apple, hints of red berry, and delicate pastry notes, all wrapped in a vibrant, saline-driven finish. The acidity is vivid yet finely integrated, giving the wine both precision and length. With careful cellaring, this 2014 has the potential to evolve over the next 5–8 years, gaining further complexity in its toasty, nutty, and honeyed nuances while retaining its backbone of freshness.

Production
The grapes for Moratti R.D.M. Pas Dosè Millesimato 2014 come from selected vineyards in the Oltrepò Pavese area of Lombardy, where calcareous-clay soils and well-exposed hillside sites help Pinot Nero and Pinot Meunier achieve both ripeness and tension. Vineyard work typically emphasizes low yields and careful canopy management to preserve aromatic purity. Harvesting is done by hand to ensure only the healthiest, perfectly ripe bunches are selected. In the cellar, the base wines are vinified separately, often in temperature-controlled stainless steel to preserve freshness, with possible partial aging on lees to build texture. The cuvée then undergoes secondary fermentation in bottle using the traditional Metodo Classico method, followed by lengthy aging on the lees to develop complexity and finesse. Being Pas Dosè, no dosage is added at disgorgement, allowing the natural character of the vintage, terroir, and grapes to shine through.

Food & Serving
This precise, dry sparkling wine is a versatile partner at the table. It pairs beautifully with oysters, scallops, and delicately prepared fish dishes, as well as sushi, sashimi, and crudo, where its bright acidity and mineral spine cut cleanly through the richness. It also complements soft-ripened cheeses, tempura, light poultry dishes, and refined vegetable-based starters. Serve well chilled, ideally around 6–8°C (43–46°F), in a tulip-shaped sparkling wine glass to enhance the bouquet. A brief 10–15 minutes of airing in the glass (or a very short, gentle decant for more mature bottles) can help the wine open up aromatically, especially as the 2014 vintage continues to develop tertiary notes.

Producer
Moratti, based at the evocative Castello di Cigognola in Lombardy’s Oltrepò Pavese, is a quality-focused estate that has helped bring renewed attention to the region’s potential for serious Metodo Classico sparkling wines. The castle and its surrounding vineyards occupy a historic hillside site, long recognized for its suitability to Pinot Nero in particular. Under modern stewardship, Moratti has invested heavily in meticulous vineyard management and precise, terroir-driven winemaking, with a special emphasis on traditional-method sparkling wine. The estate has gained growing recognition among Italian wine enthusiasts and critics alike for its refined, low-dosage and vintage-dated cuvées that showcase both the character of Oltrepò Pavese and the versatility of Pinot-based blends.

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