Roeno Pinot Grigio Rìvoli 2023

Roeno Pinot Grigio Rìvoli 2023 is an expressive and characterful white wine that demonstrates how much depth Pinot Grigio can achieve when terroir and craftsmanship align. The grapes come from the historic Rìvoli cru, located on steep, rocky slopes along the Adige Valley. This distinctive setting creates significant day to night temperature shifts, contributing to freshness, aromatic intensity, and precision.

In the glass, the wine shows a clear, straw yellow color with a subtle sheen. The bouquet opens with layered elegance, revealing aromas of ripe pear, white peach, and citrus zest, followed by delicate floral notes and a pronounced mineral core reminiscent of wet stone. As the wine evolves, hints of almond and gentle spice emerge, adding further complexity and nuance.

On the palate, the wine is focused and refined, offering a compelling tension between ripe fruit and vibrant acidity. The structure is striking for Pinot Grigio: rounded yet never heavy, with a finely textured mouthfeel and a precise, well judged balance. Minerality plays a central role, giving the wine depth and persistence. The finish is long, clean, and subtly saline, lending the wine a serious, confident character while maintaining clarity and elegance.

Vinification is handled with great care, aimed at preserving the expression of the vineyard. A portion of the wine is fermented and aged in wood, contributing gentle structure and breadth without overshadowing the wine’s natural freshness and purity. This approach results in a Pinot Grigio that clearly departs from the everyday style of the variety, leaning instead toward a complex, layered white wine with the capacity to develop over time.

Roeno Pinot Grigio Rìvoli 2023 stands as a convincing example of how Pinot Grigio can transcend expectations. It is a wine defined by identity, finesse, and a strong sense of place, crafted for those who appreciate precision, depth, and authenticity in white wine.