2018 Terra Alpina Pinot Bianco ($15)

This 100% Pinot Bianco 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 Terra Alpina Pinot Bianco is from vines that are 5 to 50 years old that are planted in mostly calcareous soils. Hence, it has fresh fruit flavors with a bit of minerality.

This Pinot Bianco spends up to four months on the lees and four to six months aging in Stainless-steel tanks.

On the nose there are tropical fruit aromas, including pineapple, a bit of citrus and pear.

On the palate, this wine is soft and easy with ripe pear flavor and just a hint of acidity.

If you aren’t already familiar with the Pinot Bianco grape, this is an excellent way to become acquainted. 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