Importer Notes:  Also known as Weissburgunder, this variety is suited well for the alpine territory of Alto Adige.  Low yields, select vineyards and barrel time make for a stand out bottling. 

Grapes:  100% Pinot Bianco

Farming:  Sustainable

Vineyard:  Select vineyards in Monte Appiano.

Vine Age:  10-32 years

Altitude:  450-600 MASL

Soil:  Limestone, gravel & clay.

Winemaking:  Fermentation, malolactic and aging in French Oak (225l & 500l).  Aged separately for 1 year then blended and aged in steel for 8 months.

Tasting Notes:  Concentration and minerality backed with apple, pear and vanilla notes.

Pairings:  Tuna Carpaccio & grilled scampi.

Critical Acclaim:  JS | 93