“Vorberg” Weißburgunder Riserva Alto Adige Terlano DOC 2023

Cantina Terlan | South Tyrol
Kellerei Terlan | Silberleitenweg 7 | IT 39018 Terlan

01080223 · 0,75 l · 49,33 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately

Vorberg – the name gives away its location: on the steep southern slopes of the Tschöggelberg, at altitudes between 450 and 650 metres, a Pinot Blanc thrives that reveals the full potential of this famous South Tyrolean grape variety. The stony, sandy-loam soils, formed from weathered porphyry, with their high quartz content and slightly acidic pH levels, characterise a terroir of extremes: high water permeability, limited nutrient availability and naturally restricted yields. This microstress elicits unique, terroir-specific polyphenols from the vines. Hand-harvested, gently pressed as whole bunches, followed by natural sedimentation. Slow fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature in large oak barrels (70 and 30 hl), followed by partial malolactic fermentation and 12 months’ ageing on the fine lees in traditional wooden barrels.

Bright straw yellow. The complex bouquet reveals ripe pome fruit – pear, Golden Delicious, white peach – alongside honeydew melon and candied fruit. These are complemented by graphite, delicate smoky notes and a jasmine note with mineral undertones. On the palate, the balance is perfect: a creamy texture meets a salty edge, whilst fruity, aromatic richness is countered by racy acidity. The finish is long, spicy and characterised by powerful minerality. A Pinot Blanc with remarkable ageing potential – – Storage potential of over ten years is no exaggeration. Pair with spicy fish soup, grilled lobster or mature Parmigiano. SUPERIORE.DE

"Distinctly pronounced aromas of fennel, white pepper and smoky flowers caress the nose and lead to an inviting palate characterised by almonds, underpinned by a zesty acidity reminiscent of lemon zest and a salty note. Very promising." Decanter