The 2024 Kettmeir Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige DOC, Italy) has been well received by several major wine critics.
| Critic |
Score |
Tasting summary |
| James Suckling |
91/100 |
Ripe, expressive style with cantaloupe aromas and flavors, medium body, refreshing acidity, and a precise finish. |
| Vinous |
91/100 |
Yellow apple, sweet herbs, and stone dust on the nose. Brisk acidity, saline minerality, and a long, crisp finish with a hint of candied lime. |
| Wine Enthusiast |
90/100 |
Aromas of ripe pear, golden apple, fresh herbs, and mountain air. Richer-than-expected palate with dried flowers, creamy texture, and bright freshness. Reviewer: Jeff Porter. |
Overall assessment
- Professional consensus: 90–91 points, placing it in the Excellent category.
- Style: A fuller, more textured Alto Adige Pinot Grigio rather than a light, simple version. Expect ripe orchard fruit, floral notes, lively acidity, and distinct alpine minerality.
Drinking window
The wine is enjoyable now and should drink well over the next 3–5 years, with its freshness and mineral character expected to remain intact.
If you're comparing Alto Adige Pinot Grigios in the $20–30 range, this is considered one of the stronger, more characterful examples from the 2024 vintage.
James Suckling
A ripe, overt style with cantaloupe aromas and flavors, medium body, refreshing acidity and a precise finish. Drink now.
Wine Enthusiast
This bright and zesty white comes from Alto Adige, a region known for its high altitudes and proximity to the Italian Alps. With over a hundred years of winemaking history, Kettmeir crafts exquisite alpine wines that are unlike anything else in the world. This is an exhilarating Pinot Grigio: fresh and mouthwatering, with vibrant citrus fruits and crisp acidity. It’s an ideal pairing with briny oysters or chilled shrimp cocktail.
