Pinot noir is, together with Nebbiolo, among the most elegant wines in the world. Cultivated for 300 years in Neive, there are now those who consider it 'autochthonous'. That being said, the Langhe DOC Pinot Noir I Cortini proposed here by Castello di Neive rightly belongs to the group of 'great wines with an international flavour' of the Langhe company. 100% Pinot Noir, this red wine is the result of extremely careful processing of the best grapes harvested in the estate's vineyards. Fermented at a controlled temperature, in the first stage it undergoes delicate but constant pumping over to extract the best colour and aromas from the skins. This is followed by slow maturation in small French wooden barrels. The result is a garnet-coloured red wine. On the nose, it amazes with the freshness of its aromas, with intriguing hints of small red fruits, well blended with spices and hints of aromatic herbs. In the mouth, however, it reveals itself to be an elegant and persistent wine. Soft and warm, with beautiful, ripe, silky tannins that support it without ever being intrusive. A fine wine, characterised by great versatility. Perfect with a simple hors d'oeuvre of cured meats and cheeses, at the table it goes well with local cuisine. Excellent with white meats, even with sauces.