Total area planted: 334 ha

Production area: Mainly the South of South Tyrol, Überetsch, Bozen valley basin, Adige Valley, Vinschgau.

Description: Pinot noir, known locally as Blauburgunder is ruby to garnet in colour with a firm backbone of tannin, a concentrated aroma and flavour reminiscent of woodland berry fruits and impressive length.

Goes well: With richly flavoured meat dishes, game and piquant hard cheeses.

Serve: At room temperature, 16-18 C

DOC designations: Südtiroler Blauburgunder, Südtirol Vinschgau Blauburgunder