Blanc de Noir VSQ Pas Operé 2017

Wine Description for Blanc de Noir VSQ Pas Operé 2017 by Cà del Vént

Character

A fascinating example of how Pinot Noir can be interpreted beyond classical red wine production. The designation Blanc de Noir – white wine from red grapes – refers to gentle pressing without skin contact. The addition „Pas Operé“ (not manipulated/non-interventionist) underscores Cà del Vént’s minimalist philosophy. With moderate 12.5% alcohol and a dry profile, this wine presents itself with elegance and restraint.

Terroir & Origin

Cà del Vént manages vineyards in Oltrepò Pavese, the southernmost corner of Lombardy, which extends to the foothills of the Apennines. This region forms a bridge between the Po Valley and the Ligurian hills and is renowned for its Pinot Noir cultivation – a rarity in Italy. The continental climate with maritime influences, combined with calcareous soils, creates ideal conditions for Burgundian varieties. The elevated sites ensure cool nights and preserve the characteristic freshness.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Pinot Noir is approached unconventionally here: immediate pressing of the grapes prevents colour extraction and yields a straw-yellow to pale golden wine. This method, also employed in Champagne production, requires exceptionally healthy fruit and precise timing. Natural vinification without oenological intervention allows the terroir and vintage maximum expression. The result is a wine of crystalline clarity and subtle complexity, which places the minerality of the soil and the fine aromatics of the variety in the foreground.

Food Pairing Suggestions

The finesse and structure of this Blanc de Noir harmonise beautifully with raw fish, carpaccio or sashimi. It is equally congenial with seafood, scallops and light risottos. The subtle phenolic character also pairs well with roasted poultry or veal with lemon. A wine for contemplative moments and conscious enjoyment.