Peter Zemmer Giatl Pinot Grigio Riserva 2017
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In addition to a balanced color, this wine possesses a very rich bouquet, giving the clear impression of a wine of conspicuous harmony. This is a wine that after many years of cellaring becomes even more enjoyable. Straw yellow to golden yellow. Inspiring fruity, a powerful bouquet of ripe fruits, a wide array of aromas (pear, tropical fruits, and fine wood flavor). Powerful, balanced, and savory, an interesting play of acidity in the mouth, very harmoniously juicy and rich with pleasant fullness.
Pair with appetizers, fish and vegetable-based main courses, and white meats.
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Rich candied fruit aromas following through to the intense palate with added honey, spice and roasted nut flavours; stunning with a very impressive distinct style.
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A delightful white frames a beautiful interplay of dried citrus and dried mangoes, as well as vanilla and crumpets. Full-bodied and very powerful on the palate, which is ripe and textured yet cool and composed.
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
The 2017 Alto Adige Pinot Grigio Riserva Giatl is a step above any Grigio you may have encountered recently. The wine offers pure aromas of peach, poached apple and light citrus. The vintage heat has added to the thickness and richness of the wine—and to its silky dense texture. Pair it with spicy Indian or Thai dishes. Some 10,000 bottles were made.
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Since the establishment of our family business in 1928 the winery Peter Zemmer has been producing top-quality wines on finest estates in and around Cortina s.s.d.v. in Alto Adige.
Peter Zemmer’s experience and spirit of innovation, together with the perfect natural environment, guarantees the quality and the expressive character of the wines, in harmony with the surrounding nature.
The expressive character of the wines is formed in the vineyard. Intensive nurturing of the grapevines as well as the careful selection are the essential prerequisites for the authentic wines. Peter Zemmer attaches great importance to the production of natural wines that accurately reflect their character of origin and expressively unite the unique terrain.
The fascinating interplay between tradition and innovation, man and the surroundings, sense and sensuality finds expression in the passion and sensitivity with which Peter Zemmer brings his wines to life.
Showing a unique rosy, purplish hue upon full ripeness, this “white” variety is actually born out of a mutation of Pinot Noir. The grape boasts two versions of its name, as well as two generally distinct styles. In Italy, Pinot Grigio achieves most success in the mountainous regions of Trentino and Alto Adige as well as in the neighboring Friuli—all in Italy’s northeast. France's Alsace and Oregon's Willamette Valley produce some of the world's most well-regarded Pinot Gris wine. California produces both styles with success.
Where Does Pinot Gris / Pinot Grigio Come From?
Pinot Gris is originally from France, and it is technically not a variety but a clone of Pinot Noir. In Italy it’s called Pinot Grigio (Italian for gray), and it is widely planted in northern and NE Italy. Pinot Gris is also grown around the globe, most notably in Oregon, California, and New Zealand. No matter where it’s made or what it’s called, Pinot Gris/Pinot Grigio produces many exciting styles.
Tasting Notes for Pinot Grigio
Pinot Grigio is a dry, white wine naturally low in acidity. Pinot Grigio wines showcase signature flavors and aromas of stone fruit, citrus, honeysuckle, pear and almond. Alsatian styles are refreshing, expressive, aromatic (think rose and honey), smooth, full-bodied and richly textured and sometimes relatively higher in alcohol compared to their Italian counterpart. As Pinot Grigio in Italy, the style is often light and charming. The focus here is usually to produce a crisp, refreshing, lighter style of wine. While there are regional differences of Pinot Grigio, the typical profile includes lemon, lime and subtle minerality.
Pinot Grigio Food Pairings
The viscosity of a typical Alsatian Pinot Gris allows it to fit in harmoniously with the region's rich foods like pork, charcuterie and foie gras. Pinot Grigio, on the other hand, with its citrusy freshness, works well as an aperitif wine or with seafood and subtle chicken dishes.
Sommelier Secrets
Given the pinkish color of its berries and aromatic potential if cared for to fully ripen, the Pinot Grigio variety is actually one that is commonly used to make "orange wines." An orange wine is a white wine made in the red wine method, i.e. with fermentation on its skins. This process leads to a wine with more ephemeral aromas, complexity on the palate and a pleasant, light orange hue.
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