Franz Haas

The vines for this fresh Müller-Thurgau grow under Guyot cultivation on south/south-west facing hillsides at 500 to 800 metres above sea level, on soils consisting of clay as well as weathered porphyry. Rich yellow-green colour, intense aromas of fruit, flowers and light nuttiness. On the palate, depth of fruit, delicate mineral-salty notes and well-integrated acidity lend powerful elegance and character. SUPERIORE.DE

The single-varietal Vernatsch, also called Schiava, presents itself bright ruby red, with aromas of cherries and cranberries, some cocoa and bitter almond on the nose. Its uncomplicated yet complex, juicy flavour has a pleasantly convivial nature. With its low acidity and tannin content, it makes for easy drinking and makes you want to have a second glass. SUPERIORE.DE

Pinot Blanc Lepus (lat. field hare) in light, bright straw yellow with green reflections. Delightfully scented of fresh bread, dried field flowers, apple, peach and a hint of almonds. On the palate, its distinct personality is evident, excitingly accompanied by good fruit, structure and harmonious acidity. The 5-month maturation on the fine lees gives Lepus additional complexity and fullness. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright radiant lemon yellow with green reflections. Delicate meadow herbs and fumé on the nose, some thyme and freshly cut lemon, white flowers in the finish. Hits the palate smoothly, coherent in the drink, shows good melting and juicy acidity, nice drinking flow." Falstaff

Light straw yellow with green nuances. Warm notes of cloves and fennel, fine lychee notes. Finely marked on the palate, good play between fullness and delicacy, shows a lot of spice there as well, nice final. SUPERIORE.DE

Strong red colour, reaching into violet. The bouquet is very intense and wide-ranging with berries, fresh grass and flowers. On the palate, this Lagrein with its dense primary fruit (summer cherry and blackberry) presents a strong personality with a harmonious structure and fine tannin framework. SUPERIORE.DE

"Rich, clear purple with ruby accents. Spicy nose of cardamom, fresh cloves, cayenne pepper and blueberries, tobacco and flint in the background. Stretches out fine-meshed, lays freshly over the tongue, with elegance and fine-meshed tannin, gentle, persistent finish." Falstaff

The vineyards of the five grape varieties are located at altitudes between 350 and 800 metres above sea level and face southwest. The vines grow on dolomite, porphyry, sand and marl soils.

As a young wine, Manna has golden yellow hues, after a few years of ageing they turn into strong golden tones. Manna is very special: complex, multi-layered with the bouquet of elderberry, pistachio, apricot, nutmeg and delicate rose petals. Concentrated, voluminous and at the same time elegant and complex on the palate. A wine that can be discovered from different perspectives in the course of its development and unfolds its character more and more. Even the young wine changes in the glass and surprises again and again. SUPERIORE.DE

"Intense bright straw yellow with light golden reflections. In the nose delicate notes of nutmeg and lychee, a hint of apricot, also of freshly mown meadow, a potpourri of yellow fruity aromas. On the palate with a fruity-sweet core, compact, with racy acidity and gentle pressure, beautiful mood arch, currently still very young, will really shine in a few months." Falstaff

"Pretty aromatics of candied citrus, orange peel, grapefruit and lime marmalade, palate of aromatic herb and focused acidity." Decanter

"Wonderful nose of yellow rose and floral honey, then the candied-citrus freshness kicks in on the succulent and vibrant palate. Plenty of minerality at the long, supple finish. A truly unique dry white that exists outside all the conventional categories." James Suckling

"The screw-capped 2019 Manna is a blend of 40% Riesling, 20% Chardonnay, 15% Gewürztraminer, 15% Kerner and 10% Sauvignon Blanc. Only the Chardonnay and the Sauvignon Blanc are fermented in oak. The wine's bouquet is quite elaborate and layered, and it's nearly impossible to make out any one single variety. Instead, the carefully integrated blend presents a vibrant bouquet with stone fruit, preserved lemon and some spicy cumin seed. I could see this wine pairing with chicken marinated in Moroccan spices. There is an evident floral component as well with honeysuckle and jasmine, and lastly, the wine delivers a pretty mineral note that sings out loud and clear." Robert Parker

Dry and aged for 5 months on the fine lees, Moscato Giallo presents itself with a golden yellow colour. It is an aromatic wine, with notes of citrus fruits, white peaches, lemon balm and elderberry, combined with hints of nutmeg and sweet spices. The lively acidity and the discreet mineral structure give this wine an excellent freshness and pleasant style. SUPERIORE.DE

The vines for this complex Sauvignon Bianco grow under Guyot cultivation on hills between 400 and 800 metres above sea level on dolomite weathered rock. Light straw yellow with green reflections. The slightly oriental bouquet convinces with hints of elderflower, white peach and dried fruit. Already with the first sip, a viral acidity unfolds, which is surrounded by juicy-fruity notes and mineral nuances. Overall, this beautiful white has a fullness and elegance that are only surpassed by the long and animating final. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, intense straw yellow. In the nose clearly flinty and juicy grapefruit, opens with yellow fruity nuances, inviting and multilayered. Complex and round on the palate, spreads across the tongue with nice grip, punchy, rounds off nicely in the long, salty final." Falstaff

Deep garnet red, in the fruity bouquet notes of red berries, wild herbs, cherries, plums and a hint of undergrowth, figs and undergrowth. Beautiful structure and elegance, spicy, dense, round, smooth tannins and a discreet vanilla note. A charming Merlot that spoils the palate. SUPERIORE.DE

A Pinot Nero from Franz Haas is a textbook expression every year and a benchmark throughout South Tyrol with bright aromas of blueberries, violets and lavender rising gracefully from the bouquet. This is pure Cool Climate in the glass. On the palate it is taut and silky and always beautifully polished and streamlined in a positive sense. This is a beautiful, complex and exceptional Pinot Nero from a master hand. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright ruby-garnet with light rim. Opens with notes of cinnamon and pomegranate, some blood orange, plus fine raspberry. Juicy in the attack and course, showing fine raspberry fruit, dancing lively over the tongue, clear and fine." Falstaff

"The Franz Haas 2019 Alto Adige Pinot Nero reveals pretty inner transparency over a light ruby color. There is a lot of variety-driven fruit with blue flower and wild berry, but this bottle also adds hints of licorice, tarry smoke and some pencil shaving. A second wave of fragrant, sweet-smelling fruit with apricot and orange peel also appears. This is a nice, straightforward expression that is vibrant and tight to the palate. It could be a nice dark-meat pairing for Thanksgiving dinner." Robert Parker

The grapes for Franz Haas' Petit Manseng stay on the vines for one week longer to ripen. After fermentation, the wine is aged for 10 months in used barriques. Strong straw yellow. Highly aromatic, intense bouquet of dried fruits, traces of honey and a subtle minerality. Complex on the palate, very well structured, with a creamy texture and wonderfully mild acidity and discreet freshness. Very long finish and good ageing potential. SUPERIORE.DE

The grapes for this exquisite cuvée of Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot, as well as smaller portions of Cabernet Franc and Merlot, grow on sandy soils facing south and southwest in locations between 250 and 500 metres above sea level in a microclimatically very warm area.

"Istante presents itself with dark garnet red and fruity aromas with dried black berries, plums, figs and dates, some green tea and wood bark tones that accompany it during its long life and underline the consistency of this wine. On the palate, the wine is not a muscleman. Rather, it convinces with its multi-layered, juicy structure, with elegance and finesse as well as with complex, compact tannins and a long finish." FRANZ HAAS

Intense bouquet with notes of roses, cloves and orange peel, the taste is equally complex and extremely pleasant and long. This rose muscatel dolce is an excellent accompaniment to dry desserts or spicy oriental dishes. It is also suitable as an unusual digestif or as a meditation wine. SUPERIORE.DE

The vineyards of the five grape varieties are located at altitudes between 350 and 800 metres above sea level and face southwest. The vines grow on dolomite, porphyry, sand and marl soils.

As a young wine, Manna has golden yellow hues, after a few years of ageing they turn into strong golden tones. Manna is very special: complex, multi-layered with the bouquet of elderberry, pistachio, apricot, nutmeg and delicate rose petals. Concentrated, voluminous and at the same time elegant and complex on the palate. A wine that can be discovered from different perspectives in the course of its development and unfolds its character more and more. Even the young wine changes in the glass and surprises again and again. SUPERIORE.DE

"Intense bright straw yellow with light golden reflections. In the nose delicate notes of nutmeg and lychee, a hint of apricot, also of freshly mown meadow, a potpourri of yellow fruity aromas. On the palate with a fruity-sweet core, compact, with racy acidity and gentle pressure, beautiful mood arch, currently still very young, will really shine in a few months." Falstaff

"Pretty aromatics of candied citrus, orange peel, grapefruit and lime marmalade, palate of aromatic herb and focused acidity." Decanter

"Wonderful nose of yellow rose and floral honey, then the candied-citrus freshness kicks in on the succulent and vibrant palate. Plenty of minerality at the long, supple finish. A truly unique dry white that exists outside all the conventional categories." James Suckling

"The screw-capped 2019 Manna is a blend of 40% Riesling, 20% Chardonnay, 15% Gewürztraminer, 15% Kerner and 10% Sauvignon Blanc. Only the Chardonnay and the Sauvignon Blanc are fermented in oak. The wine's bouquet is quite elaborate and layered, and it's nearly impossible to make out any one single variety. Instead, the carefully integrated blend presents a vibrant bouquet with stone fruit, preserved lemon and some spicy cumin seed. I could see this wine pairing with chicken marinated in Moroccan spices. There is an evident floral component as well with honeysuckle and jasmine, and lastly, the wine delivers a pretty mineral note that sings out loud and clear." Robert Parker