Oltrepò Pavese, an Italian region renowned for its Pinot Nero and traditional method sparkling wines, is exploring the potential of still wine production. Conte Vistarino winery is leading this effort by producing single-vineyard wines that demonstrate the region’s capability beyond sparkling varieties.
The Oltrepò Pavese area is well-established as a stronghold for Italian Pinot Nero, with a particular focus on traditional method sparkling wines. However, Conte Vistarino is challenging this perception through its production of still wines derived from single vineyards.
The winery’s initiative aims to demonstrate that the region's prestige can extend beyond sparkling wine and encompass high-quality still expressions of Pinot Nero. The post <a href="https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2026/07/will-crus-unlock-oltrepo-paveses-full-potential/">Will crus unlock Oltrepò Pavese’s full potential?</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com">The Drinks Business</a>.
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