Ratings
FAL 93
Identity
| Producer | Pieropan |
| Year | 2021 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | DOCG, Organic |
| Grapes | 60% Corvina Veronese, 30% Corvinone, 5% Rondinella, 5% Croatina |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Brilliant ruby red |
| Aroma | Cherry, strawberry, fine spice, subtle earthy notes, red rose, cinnamon, cocoa |
| Palate | Fresh, soft, rich, rounded, complex layers of fruit, spicy character, soft tannins |
| Finish | Spicy and fruity finish with lingering soft tannins |
| Food Pairing | Grilled meats, game, medium aging cheeses, stuffed dough, roasted vegetables |
| Serving Temp | 16-18°C |
| Aging Potential | 5-8 years |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| Organic | Yes |
| ABV % | 13.5 |
| Aging Process | Aged 18-24 months in French oak barrels (40-50% new), then several months in bottle |
| Fermentation | Macerated and vinified together in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks at 23-24°C |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | 500 |
| Soil | Limestone and clay soil |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes harvested manually during first and second half of October |
Interesting facts
| Named from Latin 'ruber' meaning ruby red and 'Pan' from family surname; produced from organic vineyards at 500m altitude on Monte Garzon |
Logistics
| Cork | natural cork |