<br />Origin: the name Gewürztraminer goes back to Tramin, the neighbouring village of Kaltern, where this variety was first mentioned in documents in the 14th century.<br />Whether the variety really originated in Tramin is questionable. The fact is that it has a very long tradition in South Tyrol and produces excellent wines.<br /><br />Vintage: the winter months were predominantly sunny but decidedly cold. Temperatures rose only hesitantly even in spring, slowing down the development phase of the<br />vines. However, a warm and sunny start to the summer made up for this. August and July were very varied, so the grape harvest started relatively late on 9 September. The<br />rainy September was a great organisational challenge for our winegrowers, but finally the harvest was completed on 26 October with a very good result.<br /><br />Tasting notes:<br />- pale golden yellow<br />- intense nose, rose petals, lychee, cloves, cinnamon, some sage, complex and multilayered<br />- much volume on the palate, very clear and straightforward, tropical fruits in the long finish<br /><br />Recommendation: goes very well with prawns and flavourful fish as well as with Asian cuisine. Also try it with thinly sliced pancetta!<br /><br />Vinification: de-stemming of late harvested but perfectly healthy grapes; 12-hour cold maceration, pressing, natural must clarification, slow fermentation at a controlled<br />temperature of 18°C, ageing on fine lees for 5 months, filtration and bottling in March.<br /><br />Vineyard: south-facing slope at 450 to 500m above sea level. Clayey marl on primary rock (porphyry, granite).<br /><br />Grape variety(ies): Gewürztraminer<br />Age of the vines: 10 - 25 years<br />Drinking temperature: 11 - 13 °C<br />Yield: 40 hl/ha<br />Method of cultivation: wire frame<br />Alcohol: 14,5<br />Residual sugar: 6,5 g/l<br />Acidity: 5,2 g/l<br />Contains sulphites<br />

Baroque splendour, underpinned by a Bach sonata. If you want<br />can defuse the pomp with Thai cuisine!<br /><br />ORIGIN: the name Gewürztraminer goes back to Tramin, the neighbouring village of Kaltern.<br />where this variety was first mentioned in a document in the 14th century.<br />was mentioned in a document. Whether the variety really originated in Tramin is questionable. The fact<br />is that it has a very long tradition in South Tyrol and produces excellent wines.<br />excellent wines.<br />YEAR: a relatively mild winter was followed by a rainy March and a dry and warm April.<br />and a dry and warm April. Flowering took place a little earlier than<br />than normal, and the summer passed without any prolonged hot spells. Despite-<br />the vegetation advance until harvest became shorter and shorter, and the first<br />the first grapes were harvested at the beginning of September. The last load<br />reached the winery on 9 October.<br /><br />VINIFICATION: late harvesting of ripe and healthy grapes, destemming, cold maceration of 12 hours, pressing<br />cold maceration of 12 hours, pressing, natural must clarification<br />temperature of 18-20 °C, ageing on fine lees in stainless steel for 3 months.<br />stainless steel.<br /><br />VINEYARD: South and east-facing slopes at 300 to 450 m above sea level; loamy<br />limestone gravel, heat-storing and water-permeable.<br /><br />TASTING NOTE<br />- bright golden yellow<br />- intense aroma of rose petals, lychee, pineapple<br />- full and creamy on the nose, unfolds its full fruit sweetness on the palate and ends<br />palate and ends with a long finish of aromatic fruit notes.<br /><br />RECOMMENDATION: It goes well with crustaceans and spicy pâtés, Asian cuisine, but also makes an excellent<br />Asian cuisine, but also makes an excellent aperitif wine.<br /><br />VARIETY: Gewürztraminer<br />AGE OF VINE: 5 - 30 years<br />DRINKING TEMPERATURE: 11 - 13 °C<br />YIELD: 60 hl / ha<br />METHOD OF CULTIVATION:<br />wire frame + pergola<br />ALCOHOL: 14,5<br />RESIDUAL SUGAR: 5,5 g/l<br />ACID: 5,0 g/l<br />Contains sulphites<br />

Sauvignon<br />Sanct Valentin 2023<br />In 1989 the course was first set for what is probably the most famous white wine of the St. Michael-Eppan Winery. For over 20 years, the Sauvignon Sanct Valentin has<br />found first-class conditions in the carefully selected individual vineyards at the foot of the Mendelstock to produce a great top wine with captivating fruit, excellent minerality<br />and persistence. Today, this noble drop is not only the pride of the house and the most important wine of the Sanct Valentin line, but also one of the most awarded white<br />wines in Italy.<br /><br />Grape variety: Sauvignon<br />Vine age: 10 to 33 years<br />Growing area: Site: best vineyards in St. Michael and 'Eppan Berg' (450-650m)<br />Exposure: south-east<br />Soils: Calcareous gravel soils<br />Method of cultivation: Guyot<br />Harvest: Early to mid-September; harvest and grape selection by hand.<br />Vinification: The majority (75%) is fermented in steel tanks, where the wine is aged on the fine lees until the end of April. The rest (25%) is fermented and aged in tonneau.<br />Yield: 45 hl/ha<br />Analytical data:<br />Alcohol content: 14.5%<br />Acidity: 6,45 gr/lt<br />Drinking temperature: 8-10°.<br /><br />Recommended consumption:<br />An exquisite accompaniment to exclusive parties and special occasions.<br />Excellent with roasted fish such as redfish, sole or char.<br />on a cream of peppers, but also with spicy vegetable risotto.<br />Cellaring/Potential:<br />10 years and more<br />

CHARDONNAY Südtirol Alto Adige DOC 2023<br /><br />Originating from France, Chardonnay has been cultivated in Alto Adige for more than a hundred years. This variety thrives on warm sites at higher elevations around Bolzano<br />and produces an elegant wine with well-balanced acidity and a bouquet of exotic notes.<br /><br />Grape variety<br />Chardonnay<br /><br />Cultivating area<br />Warm and dry slopes around Bolzano at 350 to 500 meters a.s.l.<br /><br />Harvest date<br />Middle to end of October<br /><br />Vinification<br />The carefully selected grapes are gently pressed and fermented in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature. Stainless steel is also used for maturation to keep the<br />wine fresh and crisp.<br /><br />Tasting notes<br />Color: pale straw yellow with golden hues<br />Aroma: exotic notes such as pineapple, mango and honeydew melon<br />Taste: fresh and elegant, with a well-balanced acidity and pleasant opulence<br /><br />Food pairing<br />Fish dishes in general, starters, vegetarian dishes, also as an aperitif<br /><br />Alcohol: 12,5 % vol<br /><br />Residual sugar: 2,2 g/l (Depending on the year, the value ??may vary slightly)<br />

<br />Prail<br />South Tyrol Sauvignon DOC 2023<br /><br />Description: Bright colour with greenish-yellow reflections. Intense fruity flavours of elderberry, acacia blossom, gooseberry and sage. Fresh acidity on the palate with a<br />subtle mineral aftertaste.<br /><br />Ageing potential: 3 - 5 years.<br /><br />Recommended dishes: goes excellently with asparagus dishes. Ideal companion for herb and fish dishes. Also excellent as an aperitif.<br /><br />Serving temperature: 10 - 12° C.<br /><br />Vineyards: Hills and slopes between 400 - 500 metres above sea level; mineral-rich moraine soil.<br /><br />Vinification: After cold maceration and gentle pressing, cool fermentation at 18° C in stainless steel. Part of the must ferments in large wooden barrels. After 6 months of<br />separate maturation on the fine lees, the wines are blended and gently bottled.<br /><br /><br />Analysed values<br />Alcohol: 13.5% vol.<br />Total acidity: 5.7 g/l<br />Residual sugar: 0.8 g/l<br />

Chardonnay ALTKIRCH<br /><br />Delicate, varietal bouquet of exotic fruits with a well fruit with well-integrated acidity.<br /><br />Description: The grape variety originates from France and has been has been cultivated in South Tyrol for about cultivated. The wine presents itself in a colour with green<br />nuances, very delicate nuances, very delicate and noble bouquet. Harmoniously balanced on the palate with typical exotic with typical exotic notes like pineapple pineapple<br />and mango - a wine that enjoys enjoys special favour today.<br /><br />Ageing potential: 2-3 years.<br /><br />Recommended food: Excellent as an aperitif, goes well with cooked fish, light cold or warm hors d'oeuvres and lightly spiced dishes of white meat<br />as well as various pasta dishes.<br /><br />Serving temperature: 10-12° C.<br /><br />Grape variety: Chardonnay<br /><br />Vineyards: Sandy and deep soils on gravel deposits.<br /><br />Yield: 70 hl/ha<br /><br />Vinification: The must ferments at a controlled temperature (18° C) in stainless steel vats, a small part is put into large wooden barrels. The Chardonnay then matures for a<br />few months on the fine lees.<br /><br />Analysis values:<br />Alcohol: 13% vol.<br />Total acidity: 5,7 g/l<br />Residual sugar: 1,0 g/l<br />

Grüner Veltliner Praepositus 2022<br />Praepositus Line<br />Medium golden-yellow in color. Ripe apples, quince, honey, and<br />caraway. Powerful and hearty on the palate, with juicy fruit and<br />intense spice that is reminiscent of anise and pepper.<br />Cultivation zone<br />Cultivation zone: Bressanone valley basin<br />Elevation: 650 - 700 m<br />Soil type: Permeable moraine deposits composed of mica schist, para gneiss and quartzite<br />Aspect: South, south-west<br />Grape variety: Grüner Veltliner<br />Training method: Guyot<br />Vines per hectare: 6.000<br />Yield per hectare: 60 hl<br />Serving recommendations<br />Service temperature: 10° - 12° C<br />Ageing potential: 8 - 12 years<br />Production<br />Vinification: 2/3 of the must ferments and ages in stainless steel tanks 1/3 in 30 hl oak<br />casks<br />Fermentation temperature: 17° C<br />Maturation period: 10 months<br />Analytical data<br />Vintage report<br />2022 began with an exceptionally dry winter and little snowfall. Due to the warm<br />temperatures, bud break was very early and took place around April 20th. The summer<br />was characterized by warm and dry weather, fortunately without any extreme weather<br />events. The harvest began on September 7th, twenty days earlier than last year. During<br />harvest the weather was consistently good however, due to the earlier start date, it was<br />warmer than average. The harvest progressed very quickly and was already complete 20<br />days later. Due to the dry summer the grapes were very healthy with a fairly higher sugar<br />content.<br />2022 is again an excellent vintage for white wines. The very high-quality grapes lead to fullbodied<br />and structured wines. 2022 was also perfect for our red wines. They show<br />fruitiness, full-body structure with fine tannins.<br />

Sylvaner Praepositus 2022<br />Praepositus Line<br />Light, sparkling golden yellow with clearly green reflections. Ripe<br />pears, apricots, elder blossoms, and coriander. Juicy with<br />stimulating mineral-richness and spices. Long lasting, with an<br />elegant finish.<br />Cultivation zone<br />Cultivation zone: Bressanone valley basin<br />Elevation: 650 - 750 m<br />Soil type: Permeable moraine deposits composed of mica schist, para gneiss and quartzite<br />Aspect: South, south-west<br />Grape variety: Sylvaner<br />Training method: Guyot<br />Vines per hectare: 6.000<br />Yield per hectare: 55 hl<br />Serving recommendations<br />Service temperature: 10° - 12° C<br />Ageing potential: 8 - 12 years<br />Production<br />Vinification: 60% of the must ferments and ages in stainless steel tanks, 30% in 30 hl acacia<br />casks. The remaining 10% ferments and ages in French barriques<br />Fermentation temperature: 17° C<br />Maturation period: 10 months<br />Analytical data<br />Vintage report<br />2022 began with an exceptionally dry winter and little snowfall. Due to the warm<br />temperatures, bud break was very early and took place around April 20th. The summer<br />was characterized by warm and dry weather, fortunately without any extreme weather<br />events. The harvest began on September 7th, twenty days earlier than last year. During<br />harvest the weather was consistently good however, due to the earlier start date, it was<br />warmer than average. The harvest progressed very quickly and was already complete 20<br />days later. Due to the dry summer the grapes were very healthy with a fairly higher sugar<br />content.<br />2022 is again an excellent vintage for white wines. The very high-quality grapes lead to fullbodied<br />and structured wines. 2022 was also perfect for our red wines. They show<br />fruitiness, full-body structure with fine tannins.<br />

SOUTH TYROL EISACKTALER KERNER DOC PRAEPOSITUS<br /><br />Light golden yellow with clear green reflections. Aromas of ripe peach, dried apricots, orange peel, ginger and elderflower. Juicy and powerful with delicate fruit sweetness in<br />the finish.<br />Production area: Neustift and Raas<br />Sea level: 650 -750m<br />Soil composition: Light, gravelly moraine soils with mica schist, paragneiss and quartzite.<br />Orientation: South, south-west<br />Grape variety: Kerner<br />Method of cultivation: Guyot vines/ha:<br />Age of vines: 15 -20years<br />Vinification: Fermentation and ageing in stainless steel<br />Fermentation temperature: 17° C<br />Serving temperature:10° -12° C<br />Shelf life: 6years<br />Recommended with: Dumplings with alpine cheese and wild herbs; Goose liver terrine with pickled apricots; Crispy roasted duck with orange sauce and roasted polenta<br />

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This grape variety most likely originates from Germany and was introduced to South Tyrol around 1900; today it is mainly cultivated in the Eisack Valley. The Sylvaner grape<br />feels particularly at home in the not too high, airy and warm slopes of the central Valle Isarco. The shallow, gravelly, weathered soils give the wine its incomparable delicacy<br />and elegance, which, although reminiscent of the wines of the same name on the other side of the Alps, unmistakably reflects the peculiarity of the Valle Isarco.<br /><br /><br />Grape variety: Sylvaner<br />Growing altitude: 520 - 850 m<br />Soil: mineral-rich, gravelly diorite and quartz phyllite weathered soils<br />Vinification: gentle processing and pressing, temperature-controlled fermentation and ageing on fine yeast in stainless steel tanks, no malolactic fermentation<br /><br /><br />Colour: light lemon yellow<br />Taste: dry, aromatic, pleasantly fresh with a balanced body<br />Aroma: delicate, typical of the variety, fruity, of peach, apple, apricot<br /><br />Analytical values:<br />Alcohol content 13.50 % vol.<br />Residual sugar 2.3 g/l<br />Total acidity 6.4 g/l<br />

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