Morei Teroldego Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT 2022

Wine Description for Morei Teroldego Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT 2022 by Foradori

Colour & Appearance

Intense purple-red with an almost black core and luminous violet reflections – a wine that does full justice to its dialectal name „Morei“ (dark).

Nose

Generous and open-hearted, this powerful Teroldego presents itself beautifully even in its youth. A characteristic floral top note of mallow and violet leads to dark berry notes: blueberries and cherries dominate, underpinned by a hint of dark chocolate. The amphora vinification lends the bouquet a fascinating depth without intrusive oak notes.

Palate

The attack is friendly and expansive, with opulent dark fruit. What distinguishes this Morei is its gripping tannin structure – tightly woven and precisely defined, it gives the wine structure and form. The taut acidity balances the fruit abundance perfectly and leads into a cool, fruit-driven finish. At a moderate 12.5% alcohol, the wine remains elegant and inviting to drink.

Terroir & Origin

The 2.5-hectare vineyard site Vigneto Morei lies in Campo Rotaliano, a protected valley basin in Trentino. The gravelly and sandy alluvial soils of the Noce river – a blend of limestone, granite and porphyry – shape the powerful character of this site wine and make it the more expressive of Foradori’s two Teroldego interpretations.

Grape Variety & Vinification

100% Teroldego Rotaliano, spontaneously fermented in Spanish amphorae (Tinajas) from Villarrobledo. The eight-month maceration period on the skins gives the wine its impressive structure and depth, whilst natural clarification in the clay vessels ensures purity and precision. Annual production: approximately 12,000 bottles.

Food Pairing Suggestions

This structured Teroldego calls for hearty companions: Ossobuco alla Milanese, braised lamb shoulder, wild game ragout or mature mountain cheese from Trentino. Also an excellent choice with grilled Portobello mushrooms or polenta with mushrooms.

Special Features

Elisabetta Foradori is among the pioneers of biodynamic viticulture in Italy. The amphora vinification underscores her philosophy of minimal intervention and maximum terroir expression – a Teroldego of extraordinary authenticity and drinking pleasure.