Questo vino
Vineyard and terroir
Carefully selected, low-yield fruit comes from hillside vineyards in Oltradige at 450–550 m. Moraine soils in eastern Oltradige contribute the characteristic aroma, structure and longevity. The western sites have soils rich in limestone and clay, supporting freshness and savoury definition.
Grapes
100% Pinot Bianco. The variety has compact bunches of small, greenish berries and is Girlan’s most widely planted white grape.
Vinification
The grapes are picked by hand and transported in small containers to prevent crushing. Whole bunches undergo gentle pressing, and the must is clarified by natural sedimentation. Fermentation takes place in 12 and 15 hl oak barrels, followed by partial malolactic fermentation.
Ageing
The wine remains on its lees in oak barrels for 12 months, followed by six months in stainless steel and six months in bottle before release as Riserva.
Technical data
The 2023 vintage is Alto Adige DOC. Yield is 46 hl/ha, alcohol 13.5% vol., total acidity 5.95 g/L and residual sugar 1.1 g/L.
Tasting profile
Pineapple and ripe-fruit aromas introduce an elegant wine with substantial structure, freshness and acidity. Its balance and construction support notable longevity.
Serving and pairing
Serve at 10–12 °C. Its versatility allows pairing with a wide range of dishes. Cellaring potential is ten years.
