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

Flawless Pinot Bianco in bright yellow with clean fruit aromas and lively minerality. Pear, quince and flowery memories on the palate, with a brilliant, creamy texture. The delicate Pinot Blanc belongs to the trademark of the winery. SUPERIORE.DE

"Fresh flowers and sliced apples with some smoke. Medium body, crisp acidity and a creamy finish." James Suckling

"Cantina Terlano specializes in Pinot Bianco (or Weissburgunder in German), and this entry-level value wine absolutely delivers the goods. The 2018 Alto Adige Pinot Bianco Tradition is tight and focused, with white peach and citrus aromas that segue to crushed stone and flint. That mineral signature is truly distinctive and beautiful. You can't exactly call this a lean-bodied wine, because you do get a taste of that extra heft and texture that always comes with Pinot Bianco of this level." Robert Parker

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

"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

Terlaner Cuvée (formerly Classico), an expressive white wine made from Pinot Bianco, Chardonnay and Sauvignon, has been closely linked to the history of the cellar like no other wine since its foundation in 1893. With vintage 2013 he was accepted into the circle of the site wines. Since then his grapes have come from selected vineyards in Vorberg, Kreuth and Winkl. SUPERIORE.DE

"Medium yellow-green, silver reflexes. Fresh apple fruit, delicate mango, fine floral nuances, mineral undertones, delicate white fruit notes. Complex, juicy and close-meshed, fine acidity, extract-sweet hints of tropical fruit, long lasting, dark minerality in the finish, white peach in the aftertaste, sure potential for development." Falstaff

"A subtle white with white pepper, thyme, citrus and quartz and other minerals. What this really trades in is minerality, whereby flinty and stoney aromas are conveyed in a linear streak of acidity. Medium-bodied and medium-long on the finish." James Suckling

"This is the wine that best embodies the identity and personality of this iconic farming cooperative in Alto Adige. The 2018 Alto Adige Terlano Cuvèe is a blend of 60% Pinot Bianco, 30% Chardonnay and 10% Sauvignon Blanc. In the past, I have identified this wine as "Terlano Classico." But in keeping with the actual script on the front label, I have changed its name to Terlano Cuvèe instead. These three varieties reach enormous harmony and balance. The wine's texture is silky and satiny. There is plenty of support for aromas of tropical and passion fruit, peach, pear and sweet almond. It's another lovely pairing with crab or lobster." Robert Parker

Wonderfully concentrated wine. Sauvignon Winkl smells of lime, mandarins and mint with a hint of apricot, the bouquet also reminds of crushed rock. On the palate full of character with a fine acid reader, complex, aromatic and long. SUPERIORE.DE

"Intense, reductive nose, fresh, fruity planty, inviting; full fruity, balanced, lengthy, drinkable, pleasing." (JLF) Merum

"Cantina Terlano's 2018 Alto Adige Terlaner Sauvignon Winkl is a beautifully articulate and forthcoming expression that shows the very best of Italian Sauvignon Blanc. It offers a case study as to what makes this grape taste different than, say, competing expressions from the New World or New Zealand. This fragrant grape tends to be less pungent and sharp in Italy, focusing instead on softer tones of summer peach, preserved lemon and passion fruit. The effect is silky, smooth and absolutely delicious." Robert Parker

"Fun sauvignon with sliced lemons, limes and hints of grilled asparagus. Medium to full body and lightly oily texture to the rich fruit. Serious and rich sauvignon." James Suckling

Impressively structured Chardonnay from Estate Kreuth. The western exposure produces a very elegant wine, which convinces by its fine acidity, the creamy structure and an elegant aroma play. Complex and balanced, with an abundance of tropical fruits, accompanied by a sensual-salty minerality. Long and durable. SUPERIORE.DE

Merlot Siebeneich sparkles in rich ruby red. In the bouquet aromas of cranberries and dried plums, mint and eucalyptus. The spicy taste with beautiful fruit is just as multi-faceted. Structured, deep and long. SUPERIORE.DE