Nose

Tender, characteristic aroma that recalls violets and cherries, subtly underlined by its full, round and fruity taste.

Palate

Fine-grained tannins and a pleasant acidity support the long finish of this native South Tyrolean wine.

Growing Conditions

- Elevation of vineyards: 230 to 350 m.a.s.l.
- Hillside vineyard in Entiklar/Niclara
- South-eastern exposure
- Soil: chalk gravel morain


Harvest

The grapes are harvested by hand.

Winemaking

Fermentation on the skins in concrete vats is followed by malolactic fermentation and aging for ten months at 75% in barrique and at 25% in large oak. After blending, the assemblage spends another two more months in concrete vats. Finally, the wine is allowed to mature additional five months in the bottle.

Aging

- For 10 months: 50% in large oak casks | 25% in tonneau barrels 25% in concrete vats
- 2 months in concrete vats
- 5 months maturation in bottle

Appearance

Strong garnet-red color with violet reflexes.

Food Pairing

Braised/grilled beef, lamb, game, cheese.