2018 Terra Alpina Pinot Grigio ($16)

This 100% Pinot Grigio is from the Dolomiti region of Italy. Located in the far northern reaches of alpine Italy, it experiences warm Mediterranean influences as well as cool Alpine breezes.

The Lageder family firmly believes that organic and biodynamic cultivation benefits the wine, but also the whole surrounding area and have fully converted all of their estate vineyards in Alto Adige.

This 100% Pinot Grigio starts with aromas of bright tropical fruit, as you might expect. But there’s also a rich, almost buttery aroma that’s included.

On the palate, this Terra Alpina Pinot Grigio has subdued tropical flavors, some dusty minerality and a lingering acidic finish.

Once I checked out the tech sheet on this Pinot Grigio I learned that it undergoes Malolactic conversion, which would explain the buttery aroma and the softened tropical fruit flavors. But, the four months on lees and the aging in stainless steel tanks contributes to the retention of the fruit flavors and the nice acidity.

This was an unexpected treat from Terra Alpina. If you haven’t tried a Pinot Grigio, but enjoy Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay, you need to try this one! Cheers!

Disclosure of Wine Sample Submission: I received this wine at no cost for review. The opinions expressed are entirely my own.

Sample Provided by Anika Crone, Jarvis Communications