Wines
Pinot Nero doc
Pinot Noir Tenuta Volpare is a fresh and juicy Trentino red wine, aged for 10 months in French oak barrels, acquiring softness and a fine, well-integrated tannic structure. Deep notes of black cherry, chocolate and red fruits emerge on the nose, returning on the palate in a full and balanced sip. A convivial wine that, thanks to the illustration on the label, conveys the values of this great little family business
| GRAPE VARIETY | 100% Pinot Nero |
| VINEYARD | east hill of Trento, grapes coming from two vineyards, one at an altitude of 550 m and the other at an altitude of 250 m. |
| VINE TRAINING SYSTEM | Guyot |
| SOIL | calcareous clay |
| WINE MAKING | Tenuta Volpare Pinot Nero is a soft and crunchy expression of this noble black grape variety, born from a sustainable production approach. This small estate, founded in 2015, has only 4 hectares of vineyards, all managed under certified organic farming practices. The vineyard grows only two grape varieties: Pinot Nero and Chardonnay, which are used to produce honest and highly enjoyable labels. Behind Tenuta Volpare is the passion and commitment of Francesco Ronga, a winemaker driven by the goal of enhancing his land while working in harmony with nature. The Pinot Nero of Tenuta Volpare is made exclusively from Pinot Nero grapes grown according to certified organic farming principles on the clayey and calcareous hills east of Trento. The vines were planted in 2008 at an altitude of 260 meters above sea level, facing south and southwest. Once the grapes have reached a good phenolic ripeness, they are harvested by hand and then pressed in stainless steel tanks, where alcoholic fermentation takes place in contact with the skins. Afterwards, the wine is transferred to French oak barriques for about 10 months of aging before bottling. The Pinot Nero of the small wine estate Tenuta Volpare has an intense ruby red color with bright reflections. The aromatic bouquet is varied and refined with floral and fruity scents of red berries, sour cherries, and violets, enriched by hints of sweet spices. The taste is fresh and juicy, with a silky tannic structure and a finish reminiscent of ripe cherries. This is an exceptionally versatile Pinot Nero that can be paired with a wide range of dishes such as various meat or aged cheese-based first and second courses. |
Tenuta Volpare
Modern oenological technique to allow the wine to best express the territory from which it comes, the vintage and the varietal characteristics.
Between viticulture and oenology the important part is played by viticulture and the creation of wine in the vineyard with natural techniques in balance with the environment.
Trentino-Alto Adige
Trentino Alto Adige is comprised of two provinces, with Alto Adige in the north around Bolzano, and Trentino around the city of Trento in the south. Historical and cultural differences distinguish the two provinces – Trentino is classically Italian whereas Alto Adige is known as Südtirol to its largely German-speaking population. The terrain is mountainous, with the Dolomites and Rhaetian Alps enveloping the area, so viticulture is simply not possible on much of the land. However it is practiced on many steep slopes under difficult conditions. Like many of the world’s wines that are the most challenging to make, there is a real emphasis on quality that makes it worth persisting with the complexities of the region’s terrain and climate.
Chardonnay is important, along with Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio and Pinot Blanc. Red grapes like Schiava (also known as Vernatsch) are used to make the classic red of Bolzano, known as St Magdalener. The wine is light and elegant with a lovely red fruit character. The most important red grape of Alto Adige in terms of quality is the Lagrein. Some excellent reds from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Pinot Nero are showing that the region’s wines are worthy of the attention of the international market, not just in the neighbouring countries, but making an impact further afield as well.
