La Genisia, the seductive interpretations of Pinot Noir from Oltrepò Pavese

La Genisia presents its excellent Classic Method and still red wines alongside the innovative VR Wine Virtual Reality project

Acceso Tuesday 26 November, at the Il Liberty restaurant sopra Milan, La Genisia presented its interpretations of the Pinot Noir grape, highlighting its different peculiarities both as a structured still red and as a prized Classic Method, and its new Virtual Reality project VR Wine La Genisia, where by wearing visors you immerse yourself directly sopra the Oltrepò Pavese vineyards. The tasting of the company’s labels took place sopra combination with the dishes of chef Andrea Provenzani.

Representing La Genisia are Matteo Ghiara – president of the winery -, Matteo Simone Fiori – winemaker and Production -, Dario Barbatti – Management and Commercial Consultant -, Lorena Oddone – Reception and Communication .

A social and visionary project

Genisia is a young but already rooted reality sopra the heart of the Lombard hills, precisely sopra Codevilla (PV) and the surrounding areas. Born as a social project, it now involves twenty winemakers with a total schieramento of 70 hectares of vineyards, united by the common objective of combining tradition and innovation to create wines that represent the essence of the territory. Founded constant dialogue between the winery and winemakers, La Genisia stands out for a scientific and sustainable approach, accompanied by attention to precision viticulture. Each vineyard is cultivated according to the Guyot system, ideal for the altitudes and slopes of the Oltrepò Pavese hills, to guarantee an excellent quality of the grapes.

A Classic Method that tells the story of the territory

Among the most representative creations, the Classic Method Brut DOCG La Genisia stands out for its penetrante and persistent perlage, the result of the processing of the prized Pinot Noir grapes. This wine is the expression of a unique terroir and of a philosophy that aims to convey , through each bottle, the identity of the territory.

Zoning innovation

One of the pillars of the project was the zoning work, carried out sopra collaboration with the University of Milan under the guidance of oenologist Simone Fiori and professor Leonardo Valenti. Thanks to continuous monitoring of the vineyards, with the installation of strategically positioned meteorological stations, La Genisia has precisely mapped the characteristics of each plot, from the composition of the soil to the climatic conditions. This mapping allowed us to select the best 70 hectares for the project, ensuring optimal agronomic management and excellent wine production. The zoning studies have also provided winemakers with an updatable user manual, making cultivation even more accurate and respectful of local biodiversity possible.

Rebranding: symbol of origin and future

The name La Genisia recalls the concept of origin, a central theme also sopra the recently redesigned logo. The central point represents the cellar, the beating heart of the project, around which the producers and vineyards gravitate, symbolized by the spiral that evokes the Codevilla wine tower. This historical element is linked to the future with the schema of an increasingly public-oriented welcome, through projects such as the Torrione Vinaria Museum and the La Genisia Terrace.

A unique hospitality experience

La Genisia is not just a simple cellar, but a congresso place to discover the excellence of the Oltrepò Pavese. With a space dedicated to tastings, events and guided tours, the company offers a true wine experience that embraces local flavours, the breathtaking landscapes of the Po Valley and the Alps. For adventure lovers, the surrounding schieramento offers activities such as excursions e-bikes, horseback riding and paragliding flights, while relaxation enthusiasts can immerse themselves sopra the thermal pools of Rivanazzano.

The tasting

Oltrepò Pavese Docg Classic Method Pinot Noir Brut

Tasting

One hundred% Pinot Noir with 24 months aging the lees.

Visual examination: straw yellow with faint golden reflections.

Olfactory examination: the citrus imprint is evident the nose, completed by floral sensations. Hints of honey alternate with a touch of toasted bread crust.

Taste-olfactory examination: pleasant freshness, structure and excellent taste balance the palate.

Pairing: excellent as an aperitif, with fish crudités, appetizers.

Oltrepò Pavese Docg Classic Method Pinot Noir Extra Brut

Tasting

One hundred% Pinot Noir with 24 months aging the lees.

Visual examination: straw yellow with golden hues.

Olfactory examination: persuasive aromas of white fruit emerge, followed by memories of bread crust and pastry nuances.

Taste-olfactory examination: the sip is pleasant, balanced by an inviting freshness especially entry. Good structure, with a long and slightly savory .

Pairing: ideal with appetizers and fish first courses.

Centodieci Oltrepò Pavese Docg Classic Method Pinot Noir Nature

Tasting

One hundred% Pinot Noir with 36 months aging the lees.

Visual examination: bright straw yellow colour.

Olfactory examination: the chains rise quickly and vertically, bringing bread crust and sourdough to the nose. Closing entrusted to pastry fragrances.

Taste-olfactory examination: elegant and balanced palate, animated by a slender savory vein and laid softness. Long that recalls mineral sensations.

Pairing: excellent with appetizers, fish main courses.

Pinot Noir Dell’ Oltrepò Pavese Doc

Tasting

One hundred% Pinot Noir.

Visual examination: dazzling ruby with violet reflections.

Olfactory examination: dynamic succession of fresh red and black fruit that explodes the nose with vigor.

Taste-olfactory examination: the red fruit takes possession of the nose with sober authority and is accompanied by appetizing spicy nuances, gracefully intertwined with herbaceous memories.

Pairing: ideal with appetizers and first courses.

Centodieci Pinot Noir Dell’ Oltrepò Pavese Doc

Tasting

One hundred% Pinot Noir.

Visual examination: ruby red with garnet reflections.

Olfactory examination: the olfactory curtain opens opulent waves of small red and black berries a background of sweet spices.

Taste-olfactory examination: the sip opens fresh, and then widens sweet and velvety tannins that bring the wine close to balance. Medium persistent with floral returns.

Pairing: excellent with red meat.

Thanks to its far-sighted vision and indissoluble bond with the territory, La Genisia stands as a point of reference for Lombard viticulture. Through a perfect balance between tradition and modernity, this cooperative winery not only celebrates wine as a cultural expression, but transforms it into an unforgettable experience for anyone who wishes to discover the authenticity of the Oltrepò Pavese terroir.

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