Mutiliana Pinot Nero Forli Ecce Drago 2022

Mutiliana Pinot Nero Forlì Ecce Drago 2022 is a characterful red from the hills of Emilia-Romagna, crafted to highlight the finesse and freshness of Pinot Nero in an unexpected Italian setting. This cuvée combines mountain-influenced vibrancy with the grape’s natural elegance, resulting in a wine that feels both refined and quietly adventurous. It carries the IGT Forlì identity, reflecting a growing movement in the region toward site-expressive, terroir-driven reds.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, Ecce Drago 2022 typically shows a translucent ruby to garnet hue, with a delicate, luminous rim that is classic for well-made Pinot Nero. The nose tends to offer a lifted, aromatic profile: think red cherries, wild strawberries, and raspberries, underpinned by hints of rose petals, dried herbs, and a gentle whisper of spice and earth from its hillside origins. On the palate, you can expect a medium-bodied wine with finely etched, silky tannins and bright, refreshing acidity. The red berry fruit is pure and precise, joined by subtle notes of pomegranate, forest floor, and a lightly savory edge that adds depth without heaviness. The finish is clean and persistent, carried by juicy fruit and spice rather than oak. Enjoyable now for its vibrancy, it has the structure to develop further complexity over the next 4–6 years under good cellar conditions.

Production
Mutiliana focuses on high-altitude sites in the Apennine foothills of Emilia-Romagna, where cooler nights, well-drained soils, and significant diurnal shifts give Pinot Nero excellent aromatic intensity and freshness. Grapes for Ecce Drago are typically harvested by hand to ensure careful berry selection, especially important for this finely skinned variety. In the cellar, the approach tends to be minimalist: gentle fermentation to preserve delicate aromatics, controlled maceration to achieve elegant tannin extraction, and aging in a mix of inert vessels and/or discreetly used oak so that the character of the grape and the Forlì terroir can remain front and center.

Food & Serving
This Pinot Nero is a versatile partner at the table, working beautifully with dishes that echo its finesse rather than overwhelm it. Try it with roast chicken, herb-crusted pork, mushroom risotto, charcuterie, or lighter lamb dishes; it also pairs nicely with soft to semi-hard cheeses and simple pasta dishes with tomato or mushroom-based sauces. Serve at around 14–16 °C to highlight its aromatics and freshness. A brief decant of 20–30 minutes can help the wine open up, softening the edges and allowing the floral and earthy notes to fully emerge.

Producer
Mutiliana is a quality-focused producer in Emilia-Romagna that has helped shine a spotlight on the region’s hillside vineyards, particularly in the Apennine zones where altitude and cooler conditions lend themselves to refined, terroir-driven wines. The estate’s philosophy is to champion local expressions of classic varieties—Pinot Nero among them—by working closely with the land and keeping winemaking interventions to a minimum. Within the broader Emilia-Romagna scene, Mutiliana is seen as part of a new wave of producers demonstrating that this gastronomic heartland can also deliver wines of real precision, personality, and aging potential.

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