Pfitscher Pinot Nero Matan Riserva 2022

Pfitscher Pinot Nero Matan Riserva 2022 is a finely structured, terroir-driven red from some of the best Pinot sites around Montagna in Alto Adige. Combining mountain freshness with a dark, quietly powerful core, it offers both precision and depth in the glass. This Riserva reflects generations of Pinot Nero expertise in one of Italy’s coolest, most refined wine regions.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the Matan Riserva 2022 shows a deep, dark ruby hue for Pinot Nero, hinting at both concentration and ripeness. The nose is vibrant and pure, with lifted aromas of wild forest berries, black cherries, red currants and raspberries, layered with notes of violets, subtle spice, and a gentle hint of undergrowth and graphite that speaks to its alpine origins. On the palate, this is elegant yet firmly structured, with a fine-grained tannic backbone and refreshing, mountain-sourced acidity. Intense berry fruit—think wild strawberry, blackberry and crushed red cherry—is framed by hints of clove, white pepper, and a delicate, smoky-mineral edge. The finish is long, taut and precise, with a lingering echo of forest fruit and subtle oak. While already approachable in its youth, the balance of fruit, acidity and structure suggests very good aging potential over the next 6–10 years, gaining complexity, earthiness and silkier texture with time in bottle.

Production
The Pinot Nero Matan Riserva comes from high-altitude vineyards around Montagna in Trentino–Alto Adige, where steep slopes, well-drained, mineral-rich soils and strong diurnal temperature swings create ideal conditions for this finicky variety. The warm days ensure full phenolic ripeness, while cool nights lock in aromatics and acidity, giving the wine its distinctive combination of power and finesse. Grapes are typically harvested by hand at optimal ripeness to allow for careful selection in the vineyard. In the cellar, fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled vessels to preserve purity of fruit, followed by extended maceration to extract fine tannins and color. The wine is then aged in oak (often a mix of barriques and larger casks) as a Riserva, allowing it to knit together, gain texture and develop its characteristic complexity before release.

Food & Serving
This Pinot Nero Matan Riserva is a versatile partner at the table, pairing beautifully with roasted poultry, duck breast, veal, pork loin, and refined game dishes such as venison or hare. It also works well alongside mushroom risotto, truffle pasta, Alpine cheeses and charcuterie. Serve at 14–16°C (57–61°F) to highlight its aromatics and fine structure. A short decant of 30–45 minutes is recommended in its youth to allow the wine to open up and fully express its layered fruit and mineral notes.

Producer
Pfitscher is a family-run estate based in Alto Adige, a region renowned for its cool-climate, high-altitude wines and precise, elegant Pinot Nero. With deep roots in the area and a strong focus on sustainable viticulture, the Pfitscher family has built a reputation for crafting wines that clearly express their mountainous terroir. Their vineyards around Montagna are particularly prized for Pinot Nero, and the Matan bottling is considered one of the estate’s flagship expressions. Over the years, Pfitscher has helped solidify Alto Adige’s status as one of Italy’s most exciting regions for refined, site-driven wines.

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