COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Domaine Donatsch SA
REGION
Graubünden
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine Donatsch Pinot Noir Passion 2019 is a red wine from the AOC Graubünden region in Switzerland, produced by Domaine Donatsch SA. This fifth-generation family estate, established in 1897, focuses on authentic wines true to their location. The 'Passion' bottling is considered the winery's Premier Cru equivalent, sourced from their oldest vineyard plots, including the 'Spiger' top vineyard. The wine is noted for its ability to express the coolish terroir of the Bündner Herrschaft and the characteristics of the 2019 vintage, drawing comparisons to elegant Pinot Noirs from cooler Burgundy regions.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€60
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Twice named 'Champion du Monde des Producteurs de Pinot Noir'.
Fact 02
Considered the winery's Premier Cru equivalent.
Fact 03
Often compared to cooler climate Burgundy.
Fact 04
A sought-after rarity, with few bottles leaving Switzerland.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Domaine Donatsch Pinot Noir Passion 2019 is produced using classic maceration techniques. The wine is fermented and aged in barrique barrels, with the 'Passion' bottling seeing 30% new oak. Aging takes place in a mix of new and used 'pièce' (Burgundian barrels). The winery's viticultural approach follows near-natural practices, adhering to certified ÖLN rules, including cover crops, biological fertilization, and ecological plant protection with reduced fungicide use. This focus on vineyard management is a core tenet of the estate's philosophy, aiming to produce wines that authentically reflect their terroir.
