Cantina Terlano

"Once the St. Magdalener, a traditional cuvée from the two autochthonous grape varieties Vernatsch and Lagrein, played not only a very important role in South Tyrolean viticulture but was also one of the best known Italian red wines. But even today this fine-fruity and characteristically stylish red wine, which is named after the wine-growing area around the wine village of St. Magdalena, has many connoisseurs and is currently being rediscovered by many a connoisseur". Rudi Kofler (cellar master Cantina Terlano)

A deep ruby red in the nose with a clear superficial fruit of black elderberries and cherries, rounded off by a bitter almond aroma and hints of violets. Fruity in taste, soft and elegant on the palate with a balanced acidity structure and a low tannin content for the Vernatsch variety. SUPERIORE.DE

Slim, very typical South Tyrolean Chardonnay. The glass immediately reveals the character of the international grape variety and the typicality of Alto Adige. We think that's pretty much the biggest thing in this price range. SUPERIORE.DE

"Packaged in a tall, thin Alsatian bottle, the 2018 Alto Adige Chardonnay Tradition offers light and fragrant varietal tones of citrus, white melon and chalky mineral. The wine delivers more density and volume than your standard lean-bodied white, and the mouthfeel boasts long freshness and bright fruity intensity. Try it with the region's famous canederli: flour gnocchi with speck, egg, parsley and parmesan." Robert Parker

"Fresh and fruity chardonnay with hints of cooked apples and stone. Medium body. Clean and bright finish." James Suckling

The Lagrein Kretzer - a typical South Tyrolean rosé - is brilliant bright red. The fresh, fruity taste with hints of blueberries harmonises with the light bouquet of roses. A full-bodied, stimulating drop. SUPERIORE.DE

"This is a fun, darker-colored rosé that still shows plenty of fresh notes, including raspberry fool, citrus and spices. Medium-to full-bodied with lots of crunchy fruit and some zippy acidity on the finish." James Suckling

Beautiful South Tyrolean Pinot Grigio, straw yellow, fruity and delicate in fragrance, dry and very pleasant in taste. SUPERIORE.DE

"A creamy, light-bodied white, with mouthwatering acidity driving a finely knit range of Honeycrisp apple, Marcona almond and orchard blossom flavors, showing a rich and tangy streak of salinity that lingers on the finish." Wine Spectator

"Cantina Terlano shows a Midas Touch, even with a workhorse grape like this. The 2018 Alto Adige Pinot Grigio Tradition is a vibrant and zesty expression from Northern Italy. The wine clearly shows the high-altitude characteristics of mountain flowers, citrus, white peach and Granny Smith apple. This slightly cooler vintage delivers a sharp and streamlined approach. Serve it with the local half-moon ravioli known as Schlutzkrapfen, filled with apple and speck." Robert Parker

"Sliced apples and cream, as well as hints of sliced pineapple on the nose. Medium body and a layered, creamy texture with green apples and limes on the aftertaste." James Suckling

Slim, very typical South Tyrolean Chardonnay. In the glass you immediately discover the character of the international grape variety and the typicality of the Alto Adige. Good structure and invigorating freshness. We think this is pretty much the biggest in this price range. SUPERIORE.DE

"Lagrein is undoubtedly one of South Tyrol's leading varieties and is currently experiencing a renaissance thanks to its fruity aromas paired with spicy notes and velvety tannins. This autochthonous grape variety has its roots in the provincial capital of Bolzano, but has also been an integral part of the Terlan range for many decades." Rudi Kofler (cellar master Cantina Terlano)

Bright golden yellow, intense, complex scent, clear lychee and grapefruit. On the palate beautiful juicy fruit, first playful, then full of spices. Very fine Gewürztraminer. SUPERIORE.DE

"A dry, light- to medium-bodied Gewürztraminer, in a lively, lip-smacking style, this features lots of ground spice and mineral notes underscoring the nectarine, lychee, basil and pink grapefruit granita flavors." Wine Spectator

"The 2018 Alto Adige Gewürztraminer Tradition is a delightfully fragrant and generous expression with zesty layers of white pepper, passion fruit and tropical papaya. There are bright floral tones as well, with star jasmine, sweet honeysuckle and orange blossom. The best part of this wine is that spicy, tonic note on the long finish. I'd love to open one of these with a spicy Thai curry and papaya salad." Robert Parker

"Dense and layered with a waxy and almost dusty character to the smoke and dried-apple flavors. Full and dry. Flavorful. Fresh." James Suckling