Pinot Noir – Forchir – 2022

Pinot Noir Wine from the Forchir Winery

The Pinot Noir wine by Forchir winery comes from 100% Pinot Noir grapes grown in the vineyards of the Forchir winery, located in the DOC Friuli area, which is well-suited for Friulian wine production.

Pinot Noir is a black grape variety that originated in Burgundy, France. It is now cultivated worldwide, resulting in a range of unique expressions. In Italy, some of the best quality Pinot Noir wines are produced primarily in the regions of Trentino and Friuli, thanks to the favourable terroir and climate.

THE WINEMAKING

The Forchir winery conducts the grape harvest at night, allowing the grapes to arrive at the cellar during the coolest hours of the day. This practice ensures that the grapes can be processed at low temperatures, which is crucial for preserving their aromatic profile.

The harvest occurs in September, marking the end of summer. Selected grapes go to the cellar for winemaking, which begins with a maceration period on the skins lasting at least ten days, although the duration may vary based on the vintage. The must then ferments in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature.
The wine ages in steel tanks for a duration that varies depending on the vintage. Once the wine is ready, it is blended, bottled, and left to rest in the cellar for a few additional months before being released to the market.

Tasting the wine by Forchir

Light ruby-red, fruity hints of cherry and blueberry, complemented by floral notes of violet, along with subtle puffs of mint and dill. It is warm and soft on the palate, featuring well-integrated tannins and a long, persistent finish with a pleasant hint of bitterness. There is also an excellent correspondence between the aromas and the flavours.

FOOD PAIRINGS

THE WINERY

Forchir history began as a farm in Palmanova, the famous star-shaped city known as one of the symbols of Friuli. Over the years, the company specialized in viticulture and wine production, becoming one of the first in Friuli to sell bottled wine… keep reading