Nose

An inviting, distinctive nose of blueberry, blackberry and violet. Hints of vanilla and tobacco leaf.

Palate

Toasty aromas, vital acidity, long and persistent finish

Growing Conditions

Caldaro, Seehof: 230 above sea level
medium-heavy, humus-rich sandy clay soil on calcareous gravel in the immediate vicinity of Caldaro Lake

Harvest

Manual harvest and selection of the grapes.

Winemaking

Destemming and mash fermentation under controlled temperature in stainless steel tanks.

Aging

After malolactic fermentation, ageing in barriques and stainless steel tanks for 12 months. Assemblage 2-3 months before bottling followed by another 6 months of ageing in the bottle.

Appearance

Dark deep ruby colour.

Food Pairing

Ideal with spicy pasta a risotto; boiled, stewed and roasted meat, sheep´s cheese.