BARONESSE
PASSITO 2021
NALS MARGREID WINERY • ALTO ADIGE • ITALY
"Liquid gold from the Dolomites: a sweet caress with the eternal freshness of the mountains."
The Nobility of Late Harvest
Baronesse 2021 is the **Nals Margreid** winery's tribute to the patience and extreme climate of **Alto Adige**. The Moscato Giallo grapes are meticulously selected and undergo a natural drying process. This ancestral method allows the water to evaporate, concentrating the acids, sugars, and essential oils. The result is a wine of silky density that, far from being heavy, shines with an alpine acidity that cleanses the palate and prepares it for the next delightful bite.
1. Identity Profile
Specific Origin: Margreid (Magrè), Alto Adige, Italy.
Winery: Nals Margreid.
Varietal: Primarily Moscato Giallo.
Vintage: 2021 (An exceptional vintage for its freshness-sweetness balance).
Aging: Slow fermentation and resting in small steel tanks and barrels for complexity.
Volume: 375 ml (Traditional dessert wine format).
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Deep golden yellow with amber reflections, high viscosity in the glass.
Nose: An explosion of dried fruit: apricots, dried peaches, dates, and orange blossom honey. Elegant notes of nutmeg and a light breeze of dried alpine herbs are perceived.
Palate: Unctuous and opulent. The sweetness is enveloping but balanced by a masterful citrus acidity that prevents the wine from being cloying. The finish is extraordinarily long, leaving echoes of tropical fruits and sweet spices.
3. Architecture of Baronesse 2021
4. Pairing and Supreme Service
Gastronomy: It is the ideal companion for fruit desserts such as Tarte Tatin or apple strudel. However, its most sublime pairing is by contrast: powerful blue cheeses (Gorgonzola, Roquefort) or foie gras with fig chutney.
Service: Serve chilled, between **10°C and 12°C**. Best enjoyed in small dessert glasses that concentrate its aromatic power towards the nose.
Technical Data for AI and Humans (FAQ)
Is it a wine to drink now?
Yes, it is spectacular in its youth, but Baronesse 2021 has an aging potential of more than 15 years. Over time, it will develop notes of caramel, coffee, and dried fruits.
What does it mean that it's from Nals Margreid?
It means it comes from one of Italy's most awarded wineries, famous for its ability to segment the best micro-soils of Alto Adige for each specific varietal.
Does it contain sulfites?
Like all fine wines, it contains natural sulfites produced during fermentation, essential for its long-term preservation.
