Benjamin Hickey

9.2

Nice savoury acid. Juicy apples. — 3 days ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.1

Sanct Valentin Pinot Noir Riserva 2022 — Alto Adige DOC, Italy 🇮🇹

Overview
Produced by St. Michael-Eppan Winery under the prestigious Sanct Valentin line, this 100% Pinot Noir comes from the cool alpine vineyards of Alto Adige. The region’s dramatic temperature swings between warm days and cool nights help preserve acidity while allowing slow, balanced ripening. The 2022 vintage presents a refined and fresh expression of Pinot Noir, showcasing purity, elegance, and Alpine precision.

Aromas & Flavors
Fresh red cherry, wild strawberry, raspberry, and subtle cranberry notes dominate the aromatic profile. Gentle floral hints mingle with delicate spice and a faint earthy undertone that emerges as the wine opens in the glass.

Mouthfeel
Bright acidity drives the wine forward, giving it freshness and lift. The body sits in the medium-light range with soft, fine-grained tannins and a smooth texture. The finish is clean, refreshing, and elegant.

Food Pairings
This Pinot Noir shines alongside food thanks to its lively acidity and delicate structure. It pairs beautifully with roasted chicken, duck breast, mushroom risotto, grilled salmon, or a simple charcuterie board with prosciutto and semi-aged cheeses where the wine’s freshness complements savory flavors without overpowering them.

Verdict
A charming and elegant Pinot Noir that emphasizes balance and drinkability rather than sheer power. Its freshness, clarity of fruit, and Alpine character make it a delightful and versatile wine.

Did You Know?
Pinot Noir has been cultivated in Alto Adige since the mid-19th century, and today the region is considered one of Italy’s finest areas for the grape thanks to its high-elevation vineyards and cool Alpine climate.

🍷 Personal Pick
A beautifully fresh Pinot Noir that impressed with its lively acidity and simplicity done right, delicate, delicious, and very easy to enjoy. — 4 months ago

Philip Patston

9.4

Very elegant. Not too intense at all but quite delicate. — 4 years ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.3

Quite simply- a beautiful wine! A grape that is often overlooked but should not be. Straw yellow color with a hint of green. Aromas of peaches, lemon, lime and a touch of herbs . Lemon, gooseberries and mint on the pallet. Minerals and wet stony notes on the finish. Medium bodied with a creamy texture. Excellent! — 5 years ago

Adam Beasley

8.9

Light, transparent ruby. No shortage of funk on the nose - lots of manure, mushrooms, and dried herb with little to no fruit. Medium, but gritty, tannins and less acid than I was expecting. In the mouth the earthiness continues with dark, stewed fruit - lots of plums. This smells better than it taste, but was different and enjoyable for pizza night. — 6 years ago

James K

8.9

Pizza night, pizza wine. At least it was unique. — 7 years ago

Doug Powers

9.0

This is a dynamite Italian Pinot Grigio from the Alto-Adige, white flowers, some mineral notes as well, great acidity, and lovely depth and complexity!! — 3 months ago

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Fabio Franchella

9.3

Nach 9 reifejahren noch besser als beim ersten mal… — 8 months ago

with Xenia

Brian F. McCabe

9.0

Light, dry, but in a good way. — 3 years ago

Vasanth Balakrishnan

9.1

An excellent #altoadige #pinotbianco - apple/pear orchard fruit, soft spring flowers on the nose. Mouthwatering acidity balanced against a medium-plus body; just a well-made wine that highlights the terroir. — 3 years ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.1

Italian Gru-V! Delicate aromas of white flowers, apricot and tropical fruits. Bright citrus flavors with mineral and asparagus notes on the pallet. Hint of white pepper spice. Yellow/Green color. Wonderful freshness. Tastes like spring in a bottle! Bracing acidity. Excellent. — 5 years ago

Joyce Tarantino

8.9

Aromatic Moscato Giallo. On the nose, white flowers, honeydew, tropical fruit, lime, peach. Crisp, dry minerality, with a persistent slightly bitter-almond finish. 2018 vintage tasted in Rome. — 6 years ago

Michael Jennings

9.5

Smooth and easy. — 6 years ago

Fabio Franchella

9.1

Solid, einfach solid!! — 3 months ago

with Xenia and

Emanuel Reitano

9.1

Brick rim and super pale transparent salmon color. Some pink and purple floral aromatics on the nose, a little funk but not overpowering or off putting whatsoever.
Great acidity, balanced alcohol, very smooth and light tannin that linger to deliver a peppery finish. Overall complex and delicate on the palate with amarena cherry flavor and some artificial pink candy like hubba bubba or cotton candy saltwater taffy. Really desirable minerality similar to the whites I’ve tried from this region. i don’t think you need to chill this before drinking. Would definitely recommend and I’d buy it again for $20 in that 90-92 range for me. — 2 years ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.0

Love this varietal. Light golden color with even lighter green highlights. Aromas of lemon zest, white flowers, spice and a hint of petrol. Pallet features peach, apricot and ripe citrus fruit with an unmistakable earthy/mineral note on the finish. Good balance of acidity and alcohol. — 3 years ago

John Howard

Harvest production at Hirsch and Cobb Wineries

9.1

Crisp and cleann. — 4 years ago

Denis

10

Pale ruby in color, medium intensity aromas and flours of fresh red berries, high acidity, low tannin, medium alcohol, best slightly chilled, great for light lunch, roasted poultry , charcuterie — 5 years ago

Trish Dedekian

9.0

Very delicious and drinkable. — 6 years ago

Brian Hearty

9.0

2013. Light body, tending towards brick color, tart raspberries and spice. Nice acidity, but still easy drinking. — 7 years ago