The 2012 Trentino Pinot Nero Ritratti is a lightweight and luminous red wine with feminine appeal. It offers delicate tones of pressed rose petal and wild berry with light shadings of ash and dried mountain herb at the back. The effect is elegant, crisp and streamlined. The La-Vis co-operative has done a terrific job with this fresh and easy-drinking Pinot Nero.

Ritratti Pinot Nero is a flush and pristine expression of this exceptional grape from northern Italy that opens with tight berry, raspberry and floral aromas. The wine tastes crisp, tight and closes with a fine, polished feel.——M.L.(6/1/2011)—— 88