FOCARA
Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir was introduced to the hills of FOCARA around 1810, during the Napoleonic Empire. The cold climate and calcareous sandstone soil of this cliff on the Adriatic Sea were considered by the French administration ideal for cultivating this fine variety. The Mancini family has preserved and selected the original clones over five generations of winemakers, specializing in the production of premium Pinot Noir.
FOCARA Pinot Noir is produced using traditional red winemaking and then aged in barriques for 12 months. Over the years, the Focara area has been recognized for producing Pinot Noir with strong personality and the typical characteristics of this variety. Today, Focara reflects historic clones perfectly adapted to the territory, with unique traits. The quality and heritage of this wine earned it the DOC Colli Pesaresi Focara Pinot Noir designation in 2000.
Designation: Colli Pesaresi DOC Focara Pinot Noir
Production area: Hills of Focara – Monte San Bartolo Natural Park, Municipality of Pesaro.
Distance from the coast: 200–800 m
Altitude: 100–150 m a.s.l.
Soil: Calcareous sandstone with high silt content
Grape variety: Pinot Noir 100%
Harvest period: Late August – early September
Harvesting: Hand-picked in 15 kg ventilated crates, cooled using mobile cold storage units
Vinification: Total de-stemming and crushing of grapes at 9°C. Cold pre-fermentation maceration for about 7 days. Fermentation in tanks with delestage and remontage for about 15 days. Tank fermentation at controlled temperature (max 30°C). Malolactic fermentation fully completed in barriques.
Aging: 12 months in barriques on the lees – monthly batonage – French barriques of 228 L
Alcohol: 13.0% Vol
Available formats: 0.75 L – 1.5 L – 3 L
Serving temperature: 16°C
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