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.