Nose
Delicate aromas of raspberry and currant, with hints of cedar, chocolate and peppery spice.
Palate
Fine-grained tannins, fullness of the fruit, long and persistent finish.
Growing Conditions
Caldaro, Seehof: 230-280m above sea level
steep slope in the immediate vicinity of Caldaro Lake
deep, humus-rich, sandy clay soil on calcareous gravel
Harvest
Manual harvest and selection of the grapes of the oldes vineyards.
Winemaking
Destemming and mash fermentation under controlled temperature in stainless steel tanks.
Aging
After malolactic fermentations, 12 months of ageing in barriques (30% new). Assemblage 2 to 3 months before bottling followed by another 12 months of ageing in the bottle.
Appearance
Dark and rich ruby red colour.
Food Pairing
Ideal with grilled and roasted meat dishes, venison stew, lamb and game dishes, mild cheese.
