Description:
Maso Canali is dedicated to making one wine—a singular, luxurious Pinot Grigio—from the finest grapes grown on the Maso Canali estate in Trentino, the birthplace of Italian Pinot Grigio. Set against the dramatic backdrop of the soaring Dolomites and glimmering Lake Garda, the terroir at these coveted high-altitude vineyards creates a wine with elegant floral notes and bright acidity, while the time-honored practice of drying a portion of the grapes contributes a rich mouthfeel and refined character. Home to wine grapes for more than 500 years, the Maso Canali Estate has cultivated Pinot Grigio since 1893.
Winemaking Notes:
Upon arrival at the winery, the grapes were crushed, pressed and allowed to cold-settle. The clear juice was then fermented in upright stainless steel fermentors at an average temperature of 64°F for four weeks. A portion of the grapes used in this wine were dried on racks for eight to ten weeks before pressing, and then vinified separately before being added to the final blend. This time-intensive process imparted a unique combination of body, complexity and flavor to the wine, reflecting the signature style of Maso Canali. Finally, the wine was aged on its fine lees for several months prior to bottling.