# Pinot Nero (La Raia)

> Red, Piemonte DOC by [La Raia](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/la-raia.md), Gavi, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/la-raia-pinot-nero).

- **Producer:** La Raia
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Piemonte DOC
- **Grape:** Pinot Nero
- **Production area:** Gavi, Piemonte
- **Exposure:** North-facing vineyard with white soil
- **Harvest:** Hand harvested around the end of August
- **Vineyard planting:** Guyot training
- **Vinification:** Soft crushing, then skin-contact fermentation with native yeast and daily pump-overs; slow alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel for about one week, racking, malolactic fermentation at 20°C, about five months in stainless steel and six months in bottle.
- **Serving temperature:** 18 to 20°C
- **Storage:** Store the bottle lying down in a cool, well-ventilated space, away from light and vibrations.
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-04



## Summary

A biodynamic Piemonte Pinot Nero produced in limited quantities from a north-facing vineyard at La Raia.

## Tasting notes

Ruby red with light purple hints. Red fruit notes such as raspberry, with floral notes of red rose and violets. Crisp and juicy, harmonious and balanced, with a persistent aftertaste of red fruits.

## Food pairings

White meat, tasty fish and roasted pork; also vegetarian cuisine.