The story of David and Goliath is well known and has been used to describe all sorts of comparisons between the smaller guy and an overwhelming larger force.  David was victorious because he had the courage to take the battle to Goliath and used his advantage of a slingshot to keep his distance and keep the battle on his own terms.  In the end, it was all about using his differences to keep an advantage.  There is a small area of Italy called Alto Adige that is the proverbial David when it comes to wine making.  This little region of around 12,000 acres of vineyards is producing some excellent wine that is taking on the rest of Italy.  Nearly 100% of its vineyards are registered for DOC wines.  This means that there are very few grapes that are not meeting the highest standards and being used to create quality wines.

Within the Alto Adige region, we like the wines from Terlano Vineyards .  A cooperative made up of approximately 100 wine growers produce these wines under the guidance of winemaker Rudi Kofler.  All of these wines bear the DOC mark.

Alto Adige Pinot Bianco 2006 ~ 18.99

Fermentation and ageing on fine yeast for 12 months in big oak casks.  Intense sent of ripe apples and pears combined with delicate woody nuances with a  strong, medium-bodied, with a gentle, soft acidity, very persistent taste.

Terlaner Classico 2006 ~ 19.99

Blend of Pinot Bianco (60 percent), Chardonnay (30 percent) and Sauvignon Blanc (10 percent).  This is a fruit forward wine, but it is not overwhelming.  Flavors of pears, apples and lemons

Alto Adige Chardonnay 2007 ~ 19.99

Fruity and intense bouquet with nuances of ripe bananas and tropical fruits. It is dry, medium-bodied, harmonious and very persistent, with elegant minerality and the ability to pair with many foods.

Lagrein Rose 2006  ~ 12.99

Light, fresh with well-balanced acidity, notes of red berry fruit and a crisp finish.

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