“Troy” Chardonnay Riserva Alto Adige DOC 2022 · 6 bottles in OWC

Kellerei Tramin | Cantina Termeno | South Tyrol
Kellerei Tramin | Weinstrasse 144 | IT 39040 Termeno

01091622 · 4,5 l · 116,89 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shipping2 units available
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Troy – in the language of the South Tyroleans' ancestors, it means "path", the path that Cantina Tramin has followed over decades to create one of Italy's most exceptional Chardonnays. A path of exploration, experimentation and patience. For complex Chardonnays from high-altitude Alpine vineyards are a rarity – and that is precisely where the appeal lies, and where the challenge begins. At an altitude of 500 to 550 metres, where the Mediterranean heat of the day and cold downslope winds from the mountains clash in stark contrast, 25-year-old Chardonnay vines take root in calcareous gravel and loam over porphyry. South-east-facing slopes, Guyot and pergola training systems, just 38 hectolitres per hectare – every berry is inspected individually during the hand-harvest in October. This is followed by whole-bunch pressing: the grapes are gently pressed together with their stems and stalks, an archaic method that imparts structure and depth. Both alcoholic and malolactic fermentation take place in French barriques. The wine rests on its fine lees in the wood for eleven months before being transferred to small stainless-steel tanks, where it spends a further 22 months on the lees – a total of 33 months' ageing, before four months' bottle ageing completes the process.

In the glass, it glows with an intense golden-yellow colour. The nose reveals delicate floral and citrus notes, tropical fruits, camomile and mint, paired with subtle toasted aromas of almond and hazelnut. On the palate, Troy reveals its unmistakable Alpine character: ripe, exotic notes of mango, banana and Galiamelone blend with subtle hints of hazelnut, set against a backdrop of incredible freshness and salty minerality. The final is endless, underpinned by a mineral backbone. A Chardonnay with over 20 years' Storage potential – Willi Stürz's vision of a white wine that can hold its own against the world's great Burgundies. Just 7,200 bottles and 180 magnums per vintage: the path to the summit is narrow, but rewarding. SUPERIORE.DE

"Aromas of lemon zest and red apple; tropical notes of pineapple and guava lend a refreshing mid-palate and a creamy texture. Elegant." Decanter

"A complex nose of elegant orchard fruit framed by nuts and pastry. Medium- to full-bodied, rich but balanced, broad and creamy in texture, with impressive depth and a lingering finish. Refined and complete. Drink or hold." James Suckling