A release of 17,850 bottles, the organic Manincor 2018 Alto Adige Pinot Nero Mason is a classic expression of the Burgundian grape from the mountainous far north of Italy. It offers an especially compelling performance to both the nose and the palate with a mid-weight and well-concentrated approach. In fact, this Italian version of Pinot Nero shows an extra level of heft and power while remaining elegant and silky all the while. The perfumes veer toward ripe fruit and dark cassis, but you also get plenty of blue flower and candied orange with a hint of clove.