Questo vino
Vineyard and terroir
The grapes come from the Höfl unterm Stein farm in Sella, a hamlet above Tramin, at 500 m. Its calcareous, clay-rich soils encourage firm structure and depth while retaining vibrant, clearly defined acidity. The 20-year-old vines are Guyot-trained and yield 50 hl/ha.
Grapes
Gewürztraminer.
Vinification
The grapes receive a 12-hour cold maceration on the skins, followed by fermentation in stainless-steel tanks.
Ageing
Five months on the fine lees in stainless-steel tanks.
Technical data
Acidity: 5.2 g/l. Residual sugar: 8.5 g/l. Ageing potential: 6–8 years.
Tasting profile
Intense yellow with fine golden reflections. The complex bouquet combines cloves, lychee and rose petals. The palate is highly concentrated and structured, recalling ripe fruit with Mediterranean nuances and finishing long.
Serving and pairing
Serve at 8–10 °C. Suitable as an aperitif and with starters, sushi, sashimi, spicy fish or seafood, vegetarian dishes seasoned with exotic spices, and mildly spicy food.
