Tiefenbrunner Alto Adige

Italy's northernmost region is enveloped by the Alps, whose slopes were sculpted by glaciers and mountain streams. Most vineyards lie along the few flat shoulders of the Adige and Sarca Rivers or on high terraces. Soils are based on dolomite -calcium and magnesium carbonate, and glacial or alluvial deposits of gravel, sand, or clay. Though not fertile, they are usually light and well-drained and ideal for vines. Cold winters are contrasted by summers of almost Mediterranean daytime heat, moderated by cool night breezes that waft up the valleys from Lake Garda. This temperature fluctuation heightens both flavours and aromas in the wines. Many grape varieties are of German and French lineage. The whites compare favourably with the more famous wines of Alsace and Friuli, but at a considerably lower price. While most of the region is controlled by cooperatives, Tiefenbrunner is a notable exception. Extensive land holdings and a well-deserved reputation for some of the region's most widely praised wines have pushed this dynamic concern to the forefront.

Pinot Grigio 2007 Tiefenbrunner has consistently crafted one of our favourite Pinot Grigios. This pale straw wine shows pretty aromas of honeysuckle and white peach which delight the nose. Zingy aromas of fresh apple, pineapple and orange zest are offered on the palate, with an element of bitter almond layered into the long finish. The fruit exhibits a wonderful impression of ripeness throughout. A fragrant, mouthwatering, rich wine that maintains good poise.

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