Kettmeir, Alto Adige DOC (Italy) Pinot Grigio 2018

 With so many indifferent Pinot Grigio bottlings flooding the marketplace, it’s refreshing to find one that captures the sensory delights that made the variety popular in the first place.  Kettmeir is a small cooperative winery in the Alto Adige founded a century ago by Giuseppe Kettmeir.  Today, some sixty growers work in concert with the winery to produce classically-styled Alto Adige wines.  Kettmeir’s 2018 Pinot Grigio bottling offers a rare combination of power, depth and elegance.  It shows intense varietal character with aromas of pure peach, pear and citrus fruits backed by floral and spice hints.  The flavors are bright and lively with juicy fruit and floral tones plus a deliciously creamy texture.  Its combination of rich fruit and creamy texture lets it pair well with fresh salmon and a wide range of poultry recipes.