Pinot Nero fra Oltrepò Pavese DOC 2015 GIORGIO ODERO Frecciarossa

Pinot Nero dell’Oltrepò Pavese DOC 2015: elegance and identity signed Frecciarossa

The Pinot Nero dell’Oltrepò Pavese DOC 2015 by Frecciarossa precisely expresses the character of a great international grape variety interpreted in one of the most vocated territories of Lombardy. It is a wine of personality, finesse, and depth, born from a careful selection of grapes from a single vineyard and designed to best enhance the 2015 vintage. The choice to work with very low yields, manual harvesting, and careful aging results in an elegant, fragrant, and long-lived red, capable of uniting structure and momentum.

Territory and wine style

This Pinot Nero is born on the first hills of Casteggio, in Oltrepò Pavese, from a vineyard close to the winery, cultivated on clay-limestone soil with basic pH and at an altitude of 160 meters above sea level. The northwest and northeast exposure helps preserve balance and freshness, fundamental elements for a delicate grape variety like Pinot Nero. The work in the vineyard, with simple Guyot and very low yields, focuses on the quality of the raw material and aromatic concentration. In the winery, spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts and aging in large barrels, followed by further resting in steel and in bottle, outline a measured and refined style, which favors territorial expressiveness and capacity for evolution.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it presents itself with a brilliant ruby red with garnet reflections. The bouquet is intense and articulated, with hints of spices, ripe small forest fruits, and a pleasant balsamic imprint reminiscent of dwarf pine, sage, and rockrose. In the finish, notes of bitter orange emerge, giving depth and originality to the whole. On the palate, it is fruity, harmonious, and fragrant, with an elegant texture and a well-perceptible freshness. The acidity supports the sip and provides tension, while the structure, although present, remains fine and measured. The finish is persistent, balsamic, and consistent with the aromatic profile, with significant evolutionary potential.

Recommended pairings

The Pinot Nero dell’Oltrepò Pavese DOC 2015 pairs well with flavorful white meat dishes, mushrooms, roasted poultry, rabbit, and preparations based on veal. Its elegance also makes it suitable for traditional dishes with porcini mushrooms, rich but not overly creamy risottos, as well as semi-aged cheeses with a harmonious profile. It is a versatile wine, ideal also with refined cuisine and dishes where balance, finesse, and aromatic complexity matter.

Serving temperature

Serve the Pinot Nero dell’Oltrepò Pavese DOC 2015 at a temperature between 16 and 18 °C. If possible, it is helpful to open the bottle a little in advance to favor the expression of the bouquet, especially at a stage when the wine already shows depth but can benefit from a few minutes of oxygenation in the glass.

Why buy it

Choosing this wine means opting for a Pinot Nero of strong identity, capable of accurately telling the story of Oltrepò Pavese and the production vision of Frecciarossa. The 2015 vintage, combined with the rigorous selection of grapes and long aging, offers an elegant, serious red suitable for both those looking for a pairing wine and those wishing to buy wine online with a more refined profile. The limited production and declared longevity also make it an interesting choice for the personal cellar.