Penon

Alto Adige Pinot Grigio DOC ²⁰²³

About this wine

To tap the enormous potential of this grape variety, consequent attention in the vineyard along with strongly reduced yield and a top location are necessary. In the high-lying hamlet of Penon from 450 to 700 m a.

s.l., yield is inherently lower. The elevation and the porous dolomite soil result in an elegant, structured wine. Owing to the lengthy period of ripening, PENON develops a meaty mineral structure in addition to its dense body and invigorating acidity. The bouquet is highly complex and reminiscent of yellow peaches, old pear varieties and cantaloupe. A wine that shows what Pinot grigio can be.
PENON: the monumental one.

Data sheet

Characteristics

Vinification	Fermentation 80% at controlled temperature in large oak barrels, 20% in French barriques - ageing on the fine lees for 10 months
Alcohol	13,0 % by vol.
Total acidity	6,1 g/l
Residual sugar	1,7 g/l
Yield per hectare	50 hl
Optimum maturity	2-6 years
Method of cultivation	sustainable
Bottle sizes	0,75 l

Terroir

Kurtatsch - Penon, 450-700 m a.sl.east, slope
Great day/night temperature difference
Loamy, sandy and gravelly soil rich in dolomite

Awards

2022
- Falstaff Trophy Burgundersorten
  
  92/100 points
- The Wine Journal - Eros Teboni
  
  91/100 points
- Vinous
  
  90/100 points
- James Suckling
  
  92/100 points
2021
- Wine Spectator
  
  91/100 points
- Falstaff
  
  92/100 points
2020
- Falstaff
  
  93/100 points
- James Suckling
  
  92/100 points
- Falstaff
  
  93/100 points
- Gault & Millau
  
  "Excellent" & outstanding in its category
2019
- Jancisrobinson.com
  
  17,0 points
- Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
  
  92/100 points
- Falstaff
  
  92/100 points
- James Suckling
  
  93/100 points
2018
- Wine Enthusiast
  
  91/100 points
- James Suckling
  
  92/100 points
- Jancisrobinson.com
  
  17,0 points
- Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
  
  92/100 points
2017
- Selection
  
  Gold
- Falstaff
  
  91/100 points
2016
- James Suckling
  
  90/100 points
- Wine Spectator
  
  90/100 points
- Decanter World Wine Awards
  
  90/100 points
2015
- Jancisrobinson.com
  
  17,0 points