Nals Margreid, Alto Adige DOC (Italy) Pinot Bianco 2021

 Nals Margreid is a cooperative winery in the Trentino – Alto Adige region.  It was formed in 1985 by the merger of two smaller cooperatives and now supports 140 growers in the region.  The Sirmian Pinot Bianco cuvée exemplifies the best character and style of the variety.  Drawn from vines grown at a 1500 to 2000 foot elevation, it offers up impressive varietal purity.  It begins with aromas of peach, pear and tropical fruits backed by floral and spice hints. The layered fruit character results in a rich and creamy texture on the palate.  Although Pinot Bianco is often considered a lesser grape variety, this one shows marvelous elegance and complexity.  It has the capacity to cellar well for another five years or more, getting richer and deeper in color and style as it ages.