Pinot Nero

Score

91

Score

91

Score

90

"A young and vibrant expression of the Burgundian grape, the Abbazia di Novacella 2021 Alto Adige Pinot Nero shows redcurrant, delicate rose, honey and candied violet. The wine's personality is fragile and light, with a very streamlined performance. The wine sees 15 days of skin contact in stainless steel followed by malolactic fermentation and aging in large oak casks. Fruit comes from vineyards in Appiano (from 350 to 420 meters in elevation) with reddish, fine-grained soils made with porphyry rock. "

Score

90

"An elegant red, with a pleasing, crisp orange peel acidity that works well with the creamy flavors of strawberry preserves, dried thyme, hot stone and ground white pepper. Drink now. "

Score

91

"Pretty and youthful nose of fresh red cherries, strawberries, button mushrooms and seaweed. It,s medium-bodied with gently chalky tannins and a fresh, lightly earthy finish. Drink now."

Score

91

"The polished, accessible 2022 Pinot Nero from Abbazia di Novacella is lovely, delivering ripe red berry, dried herb, star anise and smoky mineral notes. It closes on a hint of orange rind while lithe tannins provide seamless support. It offers incredible value for the quality. Drink through 2026. "

Score

90

"A bright, graceful red, with well-spiced, lightly candied raspberry and cherry fruit flavors, laced with medicinal herb, dried flower and mineral notes. Creamy finish. Drink now. 4,200 cases made, 800 cases imported."