Foradori - Fontanasanta Nosiola Vigneti Delle Dolomiti IGT 2022
Price: $53.99
| Producer | Foradori |
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| Country | ITALY |
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| Region | Trentino-Alto Adige |
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| Subregion | Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT |
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| Varietal | Nosiola |
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| Vintage | 2022 |
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| Sku | 34345 |
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Foradori Description
Nosiola is an ancient Trentino grape variety, once spread throughout the region and whose cultivation has since been restricted to the areas of Valle dei Laghi, Colline di Trento and Pressano. It is a variety that expresses itself intensely in poor soil vineyards, cultivating wines of great delicacy and longevity.
In the past, Nosiola was always vinified on the skins. The possibility of cultivating 'real' grapes, rich in energy thanks to the biodynamic practices undertaken in the vineyard and the extraordinary strength of the amphora, means that now Foradori has the possibility to undertake an ancient style of winemaking. The amphora (Tinaja from Villarrobledo, Spain), with its shape and the porosity of the clay that it is made from, allows the wine to be in contact with the skins over a longer period of time. This is the true expression of the Nosiola, which is revealed slowly, requiring patience and time.
James Suckling: 94 Points
Crazy floral aromas of honeysuckle, sage, lemon blossoms and sliced lemons that come through strongly and clearly on the nose and palate. Full-bodied with dried fruit and white apricot flavors. Creamy texture. Lots of flavor. From organically grown grapes.
Vinous: 93 Points
The 2022 Nosiola Fontanasanta entices with a bouquet that mixes tropical citrus and sweet spice with nectarines and wet stone. This is a model of purity with zesty orange citrus and brisk acidity up front, giving way to an array of exotic inner florals and hints of raw honey. The 2022 tapers off long and staining yet is still remarkably fresh, leaving candied lime to contrast with sour melon. Wow, the 2022 Nosiola is a joy ride yet maintains an immaculate balance.
Wine Spectator: 91 Points
Broad and dry, with lightly chalky texture and lip-smacking acidity carrying notes of dehydrated white peach, pink grapefruit pith, heather and green almond. There's a zesty energy to the lasting finish of cracked white and pink peppercorn. Drink now through 2029. 850 cases made, 100 cases imported.
