Winery: Cantina Bolzano / Santa Magdalena
Region: Alto Adige
Locale: Bolzano, Italy
Appellation: Alto Adige
Designation: DOC

In a few words: This wine will change the way you think about Pinot Grigio. Profoundly.

Site: From 4-500 m high vineyards on the western side of the Adige Valley (morning sun). Porphyry and gravel.

Grapes: 100% Pinot Grigio

Fermentation and Aging: Temperature controlled stainless steel until spring of the year following the vintage.

Notes: Compared with Pinot Grigio from Friuli and other parts of Italy, Alto Adige’s style emphasizes minerality and high-toned acidity. When grown in the subalpine climate, Pinot Grigio obtains a smoky aroma with a lightly stronger acidity. Santa Magdalena’s Pinot Grigio has balance and expressiveness that few in its category can rival. A strong character, full and mellow, with a warmly floral perfume. Pair with baked mushrooms, strong fish dishes, cooked seafood or South Tyrolean specialties!

Interesting to know: Being that Bolzano was formerly part of Austria, German is the first language for most of its residents. Even though it's so far north, summertime temperatures in Bolzano during the day are some of the highest in all of Italy. The sun's energy seems to gain strength among the peaks. Then nightime arrives, and the cool mountain air sweeps down providing instant air conditioning. Lovely!