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2015 Cantina Terlano Pinot Bianco Vorberg Riserva 14% abv
What can I say about this great wine that hasn't already been said... wow!
Let this open up since it is still a youngster.
Sort of difficult to accurately describe, but the complexity even at this early stage is impressive.
One of the most seductive examples of mouthfeel in any white wine. The front end is minerally and light, with stony white fruit dancing on your palate and just a slight kiss of sweetness.
Then there is this amazingly balanced mid-palate viscosity that comes into play... all the while exuding the deftness of Fred Astaire gliding across the ballroom floor, with a finish that makes you dive in for another sip.
To me, this wine has some traits in common with a great Chenin Blanc.
Vorberg is sourced from very steep, high altitude vineyards above the town of Terlano. Bravo Rudi Kofler and team !
2010 Nusserhof (Heinrich Mayr) Südtirol Lagrein Riserva13%abv
Sourced from a southward facing vineyard , which is situated on the banks of the Isarco River within the township of Bolzano. This land has been farmed by Heinrich Mayr's family for nearly a century.
Decanted and aerated for several hours...
Bright piquant blackberry with hints of mocha and coffee with supporting acidity. Reticent nose.
Tannins have smoothed out quite a bit over the past couple of years, and the wine has taken on a more elegant character.
Not a lot of complexity, but the bright berry flavor , especially toward the end of the evening, was really delicious.
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