Cantina Tramin

Kalterersee Auslese is a light ruby red wine, low in tannins, with a pleasantly mild and fruity taste. Perfect to enjoy with typical Tyrolean dishes such as bacon and sausage. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright red; red jammy, makes you curious; fruity in the mouth, sweetness, fresh, very pleasant." Merum

Lagrein Rosé, also known as Lagrein Kretzer, is a light ruby red wine with a light and pleasant fruity aroma. Its fresh, lively nature makes for great drinking pleasure on many occasions. SUPERIORE.DE

Hexenbichler is a popular red wine from mainly Vernatsch with varieties such as Klein-, Mittel-, and Grauvernatsch as well as a small part Lagrein and Pinot Nero. Pleasantly full-bodied, persistent and round. The great harmony is due to the low yields and the (formerly common) variety. SUPERIORE.DE

Dark garnet red Merlot from the hilly areas of Auer, Neumarkt and Montan. Its bouquet evokes memories of grasses and wild wine. Tight and full-bodied with aromas of dark cherries and blackcurrants. SUPERIORE.DE

The grapes for this Chardonnay come from vineyards in the municipalities of Auer, Neumarkt and Tramin. Delicate fruity aroma and lively taste with flavors of pineapple, pear, citrus, some caramel and butter. SUPERIORE.DE

Fresh-fruity Pinot Blanc, light greenish yellow, a light apple note in the bouquet, aromas of nuts and green foliage. Very harmonious and balanced on the palate. SUPERIORE.DE

Full-bodied Pinot Gris in bright straw yellow, with a pleasantly discreet and floral fruit aroma. Soft on the palate with harmonious fullness and freshness. After some time of maturation, delicate notes of nuts and honey develop. SUPERIORE.DE

"This juicy and immediately appealing pinot grigio has plenty of white-fruit and floral aromas, plus nice, citrusy freshness on the light body. Very polished." James Suckling

Autochthonous South Tyrolean, which smells of violets and blackberries and tastes velvety like holiday. SUPERIORE.DE

Full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon from the Freising sites south of Rungg near Tramin. Complex in bouquet and taste, with hints of blackcurrant, dried fruit, chocolate, green pepper, cedar and tobacco. SUPERIORE.DE

Fine, slightly aromatic Sauvignon with the typically idiosyncratic varietal bouquet reminiscent of nettle and elderberry. Wonderfully lively fruit on the palate with notes of green pepper and gooseberry and a hearty acidity. SUPERIORE.DE

"Medium pale yellow; elderflower, nettle, fresh; also mint in the mouth, lean, juicy." Merum

"A charming, light sauvignon blanc with lively cassis and citrus aromas and a touch of spice. Sleek and very crisp, in a style that many people like." James Suckling

This Gewürztraminer has become one of the most sought-after wines in South Tyrol. From the core of its historical cultivation area, it shows itself typical of the variety, tasty and elegant despite its fullness. SUPERIORE.DE

Ruby red Pinot Noir with an intense, ethereal bouquet of wild berries. Full aromatic fullness and persistent pressure, on the palate with almost strict tannin. Lots of character and class! SUPERIORE.DE

Moriz is a fresh and fruity Pinot Blanc with character and beautiful intensity. Harmonious bouquet of white fruits and blossoms. Clean, elegant and long on the palate. SUPERIORE.DE

A powerful bouquet of floral notes, sage and green pepper with subtle citrus tones. On the palate, pepshows a convincing balance of fine minerality, beautiful fruit and animating acidity, ending in a beautiful final. SUPERIORE.DE

Vernatsch Freisinger is a noble wine of excellent quality from the best vineyards of the Freisingerhof in Tramin. Shining bright red, the fine bouquet with aromas of strawberries and delicate spices. On the palate elegant and of slim stature, reminiscent of good Beaujolais. SUPERIORE.DE

Fresh straw yellow into the glass, very beautiful nose of balm, peach and mirabelle. Smooth and round, shows a lot of present, ripe fruit, firm and sturdy in the course, firm pressure in the final, salty. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sparkling, bright straw yellow. In the nose of grapefruit, flint, discreet, elegant wood, of elegant expression. On the palate with rich, pithy melting, spreads beautifully compact over the tongue, with racy train, ends in the final emphatically salty, very taut and clear." Falstaff

"The wine soars out the glass, gloriously, outrageously, no-holds-barred perfumed and complex. Roses and pumpkin seeds, grapefruit and candied lemon peel, smoke and gooseberries, wheatgrass, barley sugar and lime. Crystal-clear flavours and crystal-clear acidity. No hurry to drink this whatsoever." Jancis Robinson

"Inviting aromas of lychee, passion fruit, sage and herbaceous mint lead to a palate of luscious white stone fruit." Decanter

"Interesting interplay of fruit and oak, together with a satisfying mix of citrus aromas, creamy character and herbal freshness that neatly fill the medium-to full-bodied palate. Long, silky finish." James Suckling

Pinot Grigio Unterebner is an exceptional wine: golden yellow, elegant aromas of blossom honey, lavender and tropical fruits. Delicate-butry notes, very balanced and charismatic, long and punchy on the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, radiant straw yellow. In the nose of white stone fruit, bananas, a hint of white chocolate, elegant wood spice. Opens on the palate with white fruity nuances, elegant use of wood with a lot of melting and compact fruit body, spans the tongue in a balanced and harmonious way, with persistence." Falstaff

"Creamy, floral, rich Pinot Grigio - more Alsace style in terms of richness, but very much defined and set apart by the taut, cool mountain freshness and spine. Lovely sweet-cardamom and white pepper spices building towards the end. Talc and sandalwood, sweet peas and peaches and cream. Complex and persistent. A powerful wine that will pair well with rich dishes - think creamy/buttery curries, roast pork, duck poached in sweet wine." Jancis Robinson

"This powerful, complex pinot grigio has striking, smoked-bacon character, as well as plenty of apple aroma. Very good depth and balance, the finish clean and quite mineral for this grape variety." James Suckling

"Aromatic nose of bruised citrus rind and rich spiced pear, the lush palate is layered with ripe melon, quince and bitter lemon." Decanter

The world-famous Gewürztraminer Nussbaumer has been a real benchmark for years and is also a convincing wine in terms of longevity. Bright yellow with greenish reflections. Varietal perfection, complex and deep, but also agile and fresh with beautiful nuances. Smoky notes, black tea, white fruit. On the palate it flows silky smooth, velvety and spicy, lingers long. SUPERIORE.DE

"Nussbaumer" has long been at least as famous as the winery itself, which is one of the very great, historical classics of South Tyrol. Fascinating fragrance with a real kaleidoscope of aromas. On the nose, yellow roses, lilies, nutmeg, lychee, ripe melon and passion fruit, as well as herbaceous notes. Meltingly dense palate with a certain exoticism, good structure and freshness balance the whole. Will benefit from further bottle ageing." Weinwisser

"Sparkling rich straw yellow with green shimmer. Opens with emphatic spicy notes of ground coriander seeds, yellow roses, lychee and mango, beautiful fragrance play. Rich and dense in attack and course, lots of ripe tropical fruit, glides along on a rich carpet of oriental spices, rich pressure in the final, long finish." Falstaff

"Very ripe tropical-fruit nose with hints of turkish delight, smoked bacon and sandalwood. Powerful with a lot of textural complexity, but no hint of bombast. Indeed, the bitter side of this grape is very well integrated in the rich, mellow palate." James Suckling

The golden-yellow Spätlese Roen is a straightforward and highly convincing dessert wine. Complex, strong, full-bodied. Residual sugar, acidity and alcohol content are in wonderful harmony. SUPERIORE.DE

Maglen, the Riserva of Pinot Noir, has class. Full-bodied, persistent and full of tension, she inspires with her forest berry aroma and beautiful herbal spice in nose and mouth. Very elegant and polished in the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"This features a very floral edge of rose petals and cranberries at first, marked by clove and spice character. Medium-bodied and so elegant and precise on the palate, with a touch of nutmeg character on the finish. Very mineral, complex and driven." James Suckling

Lagrein Urban, named after the Urbanhof, in whose excellent vineyards the grapes thrive. Bright, dark ruby, spicy notes, dark fruits and fine chocolate in the bouquet. Very juicy and dense, with balanced roasted aromas and fine tannin. SUPERIORE.DE

"Vivid bright purple with ruby accents. Beautifully marked nose with aromas of preserved wild berries, plum jam, caramel and freshly roasted coffee. Shows plenty of power in the mouth, present, fine tannin, fills the whole palate and reverberates for a long time." Falstaff

Maglen, the Riserva made from Pinot Noir, has class. Full-bodied, persistent and full of tension, it delights with its forest berry aroma and beautiful herbal spiciness in nose and mouth. Very elegant and polished on the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark shining ruby red. Perfumed and fragrant on the nose with floral hints, ripe cherry and ripe raspberries, reverberating with fine wood. On the palate polished core with great density, taut, concentrated and precise, with noticeable wood in the finish." Falstaff

"The fruit on this is extraordinary - on the nose and the palate. Jewelled and as lovely as the evening sun streaming through a stained-glass window in a little stone chapel. Intense purity and clarity and razor-sharp focus with a combination of ripeness that can only come from long hours of bright sunlight and sculpted, long, stony freshness that can only come from cold mountain nights. Well, well worth the price." Jancis Robinson

"Elegant aromatics of red plum, pomegranate, black tea and star anise, palate is graced with balsamic, red fruit and spiced oak." Decanter

"Pronounced licorice, black-pepper and smoky aromas, as well as fresh black cherry. Good depth and a nice structure with some interesting, earthy and spicy notes. The finish is very harmonious." James Suckling

Loam Riserva is an elegantly marked yet powerful cuvée of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot. Well structured, spices accompany a beautiful fruit and the determined tannin until the long finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark shining garnet with cherry red rim. Fine fruit of ripe plums, blackberry jelly, some mint and rock candy, in the background a light wood spice. Shows itself in a rich robe with grippy, well-integrated tannin, lots of substance and pithy structure, presses on the palate again in the final and shows character, good potential." Falstaff

Floral bouquet with hints of candied fruits with fine herbal spice. On the palate, lots of sweet yellow fruit and a restrained almond note. Full-bodied, creamy taste of orange zest, some cinnamon and white pepper. The finish is long and compact with candy fruit and saffron. You could call it sensory overload, but no: it is a highly elegant, polyphonic symphony concert with several encores and standing ovations! SUPERIORE.DE

"Shiny, rich golden yellow. Very intense and appealing nose of yellow rose petals, rhubarb compote, ginger and grapefruit. Good play between sweetness and acidity on the palate, flows quietly, fills the mouth great but without becoming baroque, spicy notes in the finish." Falstaff

"The 2017 Terminum Vendemmia Tardiva is a late-harvest Gewürztraminer from Cantina Tramin. Here I'm finding a zesty display of sweet exotic florals and spice offsetting notes of dried peaches and apricot. Its textures are velvety verging on glycerol, showing amazing concentration yet remaining balanced throughout. The dried fruit component continues from start to finish, feeling quite fleshy and taking on a tropical note toward the finale. Hints of butterscotch linger, but the endnote here is how refreshed the Terminum leaves you feeling." Vinous

"Inviting, with a nose of lychee, tropical fruit, grapefruit and orange marmalade, lush palate of apricot jam and rich spice." Decanter

"As the saying goes, good things come in small packages. The Cantina Tramin 2017 Alto Adige Gewürztraminer Vendemmia Tardiva Terminum is made with late-harvest fruit. The wine is packaged in a 375-milliliter bottle and only 4,200 bottles exist. The barrique-aged wine opens to a dark golden color with amber and copper highlights. It would be impossible to exaggerate the intensity of the honey, dried apricot and candied fruit aromas that rise from the bouquet. The one-hectare vineyard is located at a high 450 meters above sea level. The fruit is left to dry on the vines, and only when Botrytis cinerea (or the so-called "noble rot") appears are the grapes ready for harvest. The botrytis serves to safeguard the grape's natural acidity, and it shapes the high-toned and lifted aromas of the bouquet. This wine is simply gorgeous." Robert Parker