The 2024 Alois Lageder Porer Pinot Grigio is a distinctive Alto Adige white that takes a more textural approach to Pinot Grigio. Grown on calcareous soils around Magrè and Salorno, it shows ripe peach and melon with subtle spice and stony mineral notes. Biodynamic farming and varied skin-contact techniques give Porer considerably more depth than a typical light-bodied Pinot Grigio.
On the palate, it is dry, fresh and structured, with lively acidity balancing ripe stone fruit and a gently savoury texture. Different parcels undergo direct pressing, short skin contact or extended maceration before spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel and large wooden casks. Around nine months on fine lees adds further weight and complexity while retaining freshness.
Ben’s Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this is a great choice for Pinot Grigio drinkers looking for a more complex, textured Italian expression with mineral character and subtle skin-contact influence. Enjoy over the next 2–6 years and pair with grilled fish, prawns, roast chicken, antipasto, mushroom dishes or creamy pasta.
