# Pinò Néir (Rapalino)

> Red, Langhe DOC Pinot Nero by [Rapalino](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/rapalino.md), Langhe, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/rapalino-pino-neir).

- **Producer:** Rapalino
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Langhe DOC Pinot Nero
- **Grape:** Pinot Nero 100%
- **Production area:** Camo, Neviglie
- **Soil:** Hard, clayey-calcareous soil
- **Exposure:** South-east
- **Harvest:** Mid-September
- **Vinification:** Temperature-controlled steel vats at a maximum of 28 °C, fermentation with about 10 days of maceration; 24 months in 5-hectolitre tonneaux. 14% alcohol.
- **Serving temperature:** 16-18 °C
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-04



## Summary

Still Pinot Nero grown at Camo and Neviglie, 24 months in 5-hectolitre tonneaux. Marco describes it as the challenge of elegance in a land of power.

## Tasting notes

Garnet red with nuances recalling pomegranate; the nose has small red fruits, vanilla, pepper and dog rose. Pleasantly persistent.

## Food pairings

Excellent with fish and red meat dishes.