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Pinot Grigio Sanct Valentin wine — St. Michael Eppan winery — Dionysus

Pinot Grigio Sanct Valentin

by St. Michael Eppan · Trentino Alto Adige, Italy

Awards & scores
Appellation
Alto Adige/SüdtirolDOC
Type
White
Grapes
Pinot Grigio
Alcohol
14.0%
Sweetness
Off-dry
Colour
White
Colour depth
Medium
Body
Full-bodied
Serve at
10–12 °C
Keeps for
10–12 years
Bottled in
0.75 l
St. Michael EppanTrentino Alto Adige, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The fruit comes from selected vineyards in Oltradige, situated at 420–600 metres above sea level. The vines, aged between 15 and 32 years, grow on southeast- and southwest-facing slopes with gravelly, limestone-rich soils.

Vinification

The grapes are harvested by hand in late September and early October. Fermentation and malolactic fermentation take place in oak barriques and tonneaux.

Ageing

The wine ages on its lees in oak barriques and tonneaux. After one year, the final blend is assembled and matured in concrete vats for at least eight months before bottling.

Tasting profile

Lively acidity accompanies bright notes of ripe orchard fruit, with gentle vanilla and toast from the oak. The palate combines power and concentration with a balanced style.

Label / history

The wine debuted in 1986, when selected lots from different vineyards were first vinified and aged in small barrels.