About this wine
Vineyard and terroir
Phineas is made from carefully selected grapes grown on very old vines at Eppan Berg and Pochi di Salorno. The soils are composed of porphyry and limestone.
Grapes
A cuvée of Welschriesling, Pinot Blanc and Kerner. The published technical information does not specify the proportions.
Vinification
The 2017 base wines fermented with their skins in amphorae. They then continued maturing on the skins in amphorae for several months. Secondary fermentation was followed by extended maturation on the fine lees.
Ageing
Phineas spends at least 72 months on its lees. It can continue developing for up to 10 years after disgorgement.
Technical data
- Vintage: 2017
- Alcohol: 12.5% vol
- Dosage: 2 g/l
- Bottle size: 750 ml
Tasting profile
Amber in colour, this sparkling wine combines pronounced character and depth with a layered, refined elegance. Extended amphora vinification and fine-lees ageing produce a distinctive bouquet and a sustained structure, leading to a grand finish.
Serving and pairing
A versatile companion throughout a meal. Its depth and contemplative character also make it suitable as a meditation wine.
