La Grazia Alpi Retiche Bianco Opul

2021 Vintage- Both in terms of vocation and tradition, Valtellina is the supreme land of “red wines” made from the noble Nebbiolo grape variety. Only one “white” is truly worthy of mention: Pinot Blanc. Like Nebbiolo, Pinot prefers a sub-continental climate with broad temperature ranges, extremely clear and bright skies, as well as fresh soils, of medium to good fertility. In order to achieve all this, Azienda La Grazia has planted its very own Pinot Blanc in specially positioned and exposed vine fields, with soft rolling terraces, cooler and facing north-west. Hence the name of this wine: ÒPUL, which in local dialect denotes a vineyard on the left bank of the Adda river, the freshest part of the valley. The Pinot Blanc grape contributes in particular towards the wine’s special structure and refinement. Half way through fermentation, the juice of Rossola and Pignola are added to the must of this grape. Historic and autochthonous varieties, both were present in Valtellina before Nebbiolo. This match made in heaven enriches the fruity notes of Pinot with exquisite fresh floral mountain notes, highlighting its specialness and specificity.