How can a white wine be made from Pinot Nero, a red grape?

Pinner is pressed and vinified without skin contact, so the juice — which is naturally pale even in red grapes — is fermented as a white wine, avoiding the pigment that would otherwise come from the skins.

What does the name 'Pinner' mean?

'Pinner' is a playful combination of 'Pinot' and 'Nero' (Italian for black), referencing the red grape used to make this white wine.

What food pairs well with this wine?

Its freshness and mineral precision make it an excellent match for shellfish, sushi, and delicate white-fish dishes, as well as a striking aperitif on its own.

Is this a typical style for Piedmont?

No — it is an unusual, distinctive bottling for the region, which is dominated by Nebbiolo, Barbera and Dolcetto reds, making Pinner a rare and playful expression from Cavallotto.

CuvéeCastiglione FallettoWhite

Pinner

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Cavallotto

About Pinner

Style: White
Grape Varieties: Pinot Nero
Price Range: $28-38

An unusual white wine made from 100% Pinot Nero (Pinot Noir) grapes vinified without skin contact, in a blanc de noirs style. Pale straw in color, it shows aromas of peach, apricot and white raspberry with a mineral, precise character, leading to a faceted palate of peach, melon and citrus with a background note of pineapple, finishing long, clean and bracingly fresh. The name 'Pinner' combines the words 'Pinot' and 'Nero'.

Sommelier's Note

Pinner proves that a great winemaker can find something unexpected even in a region defined by Nebbiolo — this is Cavallotto at its most playful.

New to wine?

A conversation-starter white made from a red grape — fresh, precise and surprising every time.

Food Pairings

A striking aperitif wine, and a natural match for shellfish, sushi, and delicate white-fish dishes.

When to drink it

Aperitif hour, sushi and seafood dinners, and introducing guests to an unusual wine style.

Terroir & Winemaking

100% Pinot Nero grown on the Cavallotto estate, pressed and vinified as a white wine without skin maceration, fermented and aged to preserve fresh fruit and mineral character before release.

About the producer

CavallottoThe benchmark for traditional, terroir-driven Barolo from Castiglione Falletto.Visit the producer page →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can a white wine be made from Pinot Nero, a red grape?: Pinner is pressed and vinified without skin contact, so the juice — which is naturally pale even in red grapes — is fermented as a white wine, avoiding the pigment that would otherwise come from the skins.
What does the name 'Pinner' mean?: 'Pinner' is a playful combination of 'Pinot' and 'Nero' (Italian for black), referencing the red grape used to make this white wine.
What food pairs well with this wine?: Its freshness and mineral precision make it an excellent match for shellfish, sushi, and delicate white-fish dishes, as well as a striking aperitif on its own.
Is this a typical style for Piedmont?: No — it is an unusual, distinctive bottling for the region, which is dominated by Nebbiolo, Barbera and Dolcetto reds, making Pinner a rare and playful expression from Cavallotto.

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