Foradori Lezèr Teroldego 2025

Elisabetta Foradori works in Trentino in northern Italy, where she has championed the local Teroldego grape and farms her estate biodynamically. Lezèr is her lighter, fresher expression, from vineyards on the gravelly alluvial soils of the Campo Rotaliano below the Dolomites, ground that drains freely and reflects warmth while cool mountain air at night keeps the fruit fresh and aromatic. The wine is certified vegan and made naturally, fermented with native yeasts. A short four-month ageing in neutral containers rather than new oak keeps the focus on bright fruit and florals, and a portion of whole-bunch, semi-carbonic fermentation lifts the aromatics and softens tannin while preserving freshness. The colour is bright, translucent ruby. The nose is lifted and floral, with raspberry, red cherry and redcurrant over rose, crushed pepper and a stony, earthy note. The palate is light to medium bodied and juicy, with crunchy acidity, low soft tannins and a clean mineral finish. Serve lightly chilled at 13 to 14 degrees. It is an easy match for charcuterie, roast pork and lighter poultry.