Nose
Full and complex bouquet of ripe
berry aromas, cherry and barberry and spicy
notes of tobacco and leather and some liquorice,
eucalyptus and forest soils.
Palate
On the palate, the
wine has structure and finesse and a soft and
velvety character with well integrated acidity and
firm tannins. A wine that fully reflects its origins,
inviting with a long finish.
Growing Conditions
The grapes for this wine flourish in our two monastery
vineyards in the historical quarter of Gries-Moritzing
in the Bolzano basin at an altitude of 250 - 280 m.
Soils made up of alluvial materials overlie Bolzano
quartz-porphyry.
Winemaking
The top-quality grapes undergo temperature-controlled
fermentation in stainless steel tanks at 30 °C for 14 days,
followed by malolactic fermentation in stainless steel and
aging in small wooden barrels for 12 - 14 months.
Appearance
intensive, dark garnet
color
Food Pairing
Best enjoyed slightly below room temperature
with substantial dishes, especially meat and game.
