# Marith Blauburgunder (2023)

- **Producer:** Tenuta Kornell Florian Brigl
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Pinot Noir
- **Region:** Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Average price:** €18
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 14–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** cherry, red orange, red cherry, pomegranate, spice

## About this wine

The Marith Blauburgunder 2023 from Tenuta Kornell Florian Brigl is a red wine from Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy, made from Pinot Noir grapes. Known locally as Blauburgunder, this wine represents the region's unique approach to the varietal. The producer, Tenuta Kornell Florian Brigl, boasts a winemaking tradition dating back approximately 700 years, highlighting a deep family connection to viticulture. The vineyards are situated at elevations between 270 and 550 meters, benefiting from the region's abundant sunshine and cool nights. The 2023 vintage is noted for its cool and lively character, contributing to the wine's refined profile.

## Interesting facts

- Blauburgunder is the German name for Pinot Noir, common in this Italian region.
- The estate's winemaking history spans nearly a millennium.
- Vineyards are situated between 270 and 550 meters above sea level.
- The wine is a 'messenger for the region's interpretation of Pinot Noir'.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium body and gentle tannins are well-suited to complement the protein in dishes like lamb and pork, preventing the wine from being overwhelmed. Its lively acidity can cut through richer sauces and fatty elements found in duck and Bolognese, refreshing the palate. The fruity notes in the wine can echo or contrast with fruit-based accompaniments or sauces.

## Wine making process

The Marith Blauburgunder undergoes fermentation in wooden vats for 9 to 12 days. Post-fermentation, the wine is matured in large wooden barrels, specifically 500-liter vessels. The aging process is completed with a further two months of bottle aging. These techniques are employed to craft a wine that reflects the characteristics of the Pinot Noir grape and its origin in Trentino-Alto Adige.