St. Michael-Eppan Pinot Bianco Sanct Valentin 2012 brand_Bacio Divino Cellars 100% bull ink

100% bull ink

and Riesling

WinemakingThe wine was enhanced with a touch of American Oak and 14% Cabernet Sauvignon to improve structure and complexity

The dense aromas of blackberry and cassis are the base notes for the mentholated and balsamic fragrances of aromatic herbs and the resinous character of esteva

the distinctly smoky scent hints at vanilla and honey underneath

St. Michael-Eppan Pinot Bianco Sanct Valentin 2012 brand_Bacio Divino Cellars 100% bull inkBig scale wine, ripe yellow fruit, lemon, pineapple and steely mineral. Quite ripe but with piercing acidity and good mineral presence. For my palate, Alsatian Pinot Blanc but 1% more alcohol as the sugar is converted into alcohol. Aromas of ripe apples, pears, melon and vanilla come together on the textured and concentrated finish. Pinot Bianco from superior sites in Appiano Monte was fermented in barriques (50%) and large oak casks (50%) for 11