From: Alto Adige, Italy
Varietal: Teroldego
Critical Acclaim: 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. 94 points James Suckling
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. 93 points Vinous
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. 91 points Wine Spectator
About: The Foradori estate has been an iconic name in the Italian wine industry for decades. Often referred to as the "Queen of Teroldego," Elisabetta Foradori's influence over the winery and vineyards has been undeniable, and the estate's latest release—the 2021 Foradori Teroldego Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT—only bolsters their reputation.
The 2021 Teroldego Foradori received an impressive 92 points from Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, a testament to its captivating blend of flavors. This biodynamic and organic wine offers ripe blackberry fruit with a rich concentration. Its intricate composition of sweet tobacco, nutmeg, and exotic spice adds a layer of complexity to the savory tones while maintaining its fresh, vibrant character. The mid-weight style renders it an excellent companion to simple pork or lamb dishes.
While this may be considered their entry-level red, the intricacies of its preparation and the skill invested into each bottle are simple. Like a unique blend of Cru Beaujolais and Rhone Syrah, the wine offers an exotic, familiar, and intriguing mash-up. Teroldego's ferrousness, eucalyptus, and earthy heather elements sit beautifully over spiced pomegranate juice and tree sap notes, demonstrating Foradori's mastery of this variety.
Born in vineyards in Campo Rotaliano, a recess of the Adige Valley, this wine epitomizes Foradori's expertise. The wine's aging process involves a mix of concrete and old foudre, providing its characteristic depth and richness. And a small amount of SO2 is only added at bottling or in warm vintages with low PH after malolactic fermentation, maintaining its organic and biodynamic credentials.
Elisabetta Foradori's tireless efforts to elevate the reputation of Teroldego and transform it into a variety synonymous with quality are evident in every sip of this 2021 vintage. From the lush, Dolomitic limestone soils of the sunny, well-drained Camp Rotaliano plateau to the hands-on process of manual harvesting and spontaneous fermentation, the care and attention invested into every stage of production is a testament to the Foradori family's dedication to their craft.
