Tiefenbrunner

Bright, sparkling ruby with fine shimmer. Appealing, fresh nose with cherry, pomegranate, fine violet notes. Juicy and clear, floats over the tongue and shows a nice fruit, good length. Please refill! SUPERIORE.DE

Bright light yellow. Floral, finely fruity notes of apple and tropical fruits. This wine presents itself youthfully fresh and at the same time elegant with pleasant, fresh acidity and fine minerality. Harmonious finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Pretty aromas of hawthorn and mature white stone fruit shape the nose. On the poised palate, bright acidity accomapanies ripe yellow pear, nectarine and a hazelnut note." Wine Enthusiast

"Here's a new discovery and a fabulous value. Closed in a handy screw-cap bottle, the Tiefenbrunner 2020 Alto Adige Pinot Blanc Merus (the name of the grape is written in both French and in German as "Weissburgunder" on the front label) shows a luminous golden appearance with an immediate aroma of flint or crushed quartz, which is the first thing you notice on the bouquet. As that striking mineral note recedes, the wine produces aromas of ripe peach, honey and a touch of beeswax. This Pinot Bianco reveals a solid, mid-weight structure with a second wave of mineral intensity that makes for an elegant finish." Robert Parker

Pale green with yellowish reflections. In the bouquet white flowers, wild herbs, mown grass, hints of nutmeg. On the palate it is fresh to the smooth finish. The fine acid wire gives it a lively and racy note. SUPERIORE.DE

Light yellow to sandy in colour. Discreet bouquet with fruity notes of pears and candied fruits. Expressive, harmonious body and dry, full-bodied flavour through to a round finish. SUPERIORE.DE

The grapes for this juicy Chardonnay come from selected hillside vineyards in Kurtatsch. Bright yellow with green reflections. Fine nose of meadow flowers with a good dose of tropical fruits. Good spiciness on the palate, taut and full at the same time, with a firm structure and a medium-long finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"A successful, un-oaked chardonnay that shows how well this grape adapts to the new climate situation in this Sub-Alpine region of Italy. Nice, crisp pear and apple flavors at the long, harmonious finish." James Suckling

Bright ruby red, light fragrance of bitter almond and marzipan. Its low tannins make it a pleasurable and fresh food companion with a high drinking flow. SUPERIORE.DE

Bright yellow with green reflections. Interesting bouquet of nettle, elderflower, sage and mint. This Sauvignon Blanc is an elegant and harmonious wine with a pleasantly juicy finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Brilliant light yellow. Typical floral bouquet of nutmeg grapes. Elegant and delicate on the palate, inspiringly fresh and with a fine spiciness and great acid wire. SUPERIORE.DE

Chardonnay Turmhof has a complex bouquet of clear, beautifully delineated apple and pear aromas, flowers and grasses. Fresh, lively and very harmonious on the palate. SUPERIORE.DE

Pinot Blanc Anna Turmhof, with its aromas of pear, peach and floral notes, is an unusually soft and beautiful wine, rich and concentrated, with class and refinement. Its fresh acidity accompanies it lively until the very pleasant finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Alpine herb and white stone-fruit aromas segue over to the elegant, savory palate along with hints of hazelnut and ripe pear. It's medium bodied and fresh, with tangy acidity." Wine Enthusiast

"Everything fits neatly in this complex, smoky pinot bianco that marries medium-full body and textural richness with mineral freshness and just a touch of green-bean character that adds to the impression of liveliness at the long finish." James Suckling

"This lovely expression underlines freshness and sharpness with a very precise and linear quality of aromas, starting with citrus and crunchy pear, then transitioning softly to crushed mineral and quartz. The Tiefenbrunner 2018 Alto Adige Pinot Blanc Anna is another gorgeous expression of a grape that excels in this cool-climate wine region located in the far north of Italy. The overall effect shows so much clarity and pure beauty." Robert Parker

Pinot Grigio Turmhof is a rich Pinot Gris with a fresh bouquet of apple and yellow peach, pure and round on the palate, with powerful fruit, delicate acidity, good length and always endowed with the refinement of the house. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2019 Tiefenbrunner Pinot Grigio shows a gorgeous mix of sweet florals offset by zests of lemon with notes of ripe green melon. It's soft, offset by a stimulating mix of zesty acids and minerals, creating a juicy expression with pleasant inner sweetness. This is so nicely balanced, crisp and ready to please." Vinous

"Aromas of honeysuckle, green apple and honeydew melon follow through to the juicy palate, along with a note of white peach. Tangy acidity lifts the rich flavors." Wine Enthusiast

Red classic from South Tyrol in a strong garnet red with violet reflections. Discreet bouquet of violets and red cherry fruit. Fine tannins, a round body and a discreet acidity make this red a high-quality companion for regional-rustic cuisine. SUPERIORE.DE

"A very friendly Lagrein, showing good depth, but supple tannins and intense black cherries with a bitter-chocolate edge that's very appealing. Nice interplay of ripeness and rather fine tannin at the finish." James Suckling

The grapes for this Pinot Noir come from three sites at an altitude of up to 980 metres. Different soils of moraine deposits, limestone gravel and sand give this ruby red wine its unmistakable character. On the nose, blackberries, raspberries and cherries. On the palate, it delights with power and finesse, its harmony and elegance thrilling us all the way to the final. SUPERIORE.DE

"The deep, ripe-cherry nose, without any obscuring oak, leads you into this well crafted, medium-bodied pinot noir that has some silky tannins that mark the texture through the long, graceful finish." James Suckling

"This is a true expression of this delicately fragrant grape with a slightly more robust center of gravity. The Tiefenbrunner 2019 Alto Adige Pinot Noir Turmhof (closed in a screw-cap bottle) offers a good amount of fruit intensity that comes across with extra layers of fragrant cherry, potting soil, pressed rose and dried apricot. The wine reveals a dark ruby color with a dense appearance, and that extra concentration is felt across the supple texture and soft fruit weight offered in this classic vintage, best enjoyed with a hearty liver and onions to keep things healthy." Robert Parker

Fine Sauvignon Blanc from grapes grown on limestone gravel soils in Kurtatsch and loamy sandy soils in Völser Aicha. Smells richly of elderflowers, gooseberries, green peppers, sage and mint. An elegant wine, pleasantly mineral, fresh and juicy with well-integrated acidity. SUPERIORE.DE

"Aromas of crushed tomato vine, apricot and a whiff of toasted almond take shape in the glass. On the savory, medium-bodied palate, crisp acidity lifts ripe yellow peach, grapefruit, pineapple and graphite." Wine Enthusiast

"A very fresh array of limes, melon and grassy wild herbs leads to a palate offering white peaches that are also very fresh, as well as vibrant and juicy." James Suckling

Light golden yellow, concise bouquet of lychee and ripe mango, plus aromas of clove and sage. Fine and dry on the palate, playful and juicy, long final. SUPERIORE.DE

"Stunning nose of golden fruit with plenty of exotic-fruit, floral and smoky overtones. Very rich and powerful, but still clean and bright. Long, elegant finish in spite of 15% alcohol." James Suckling

Linticlarus Lagrein Riserva smells of ripe plum, smoke, tobacco, leather, spices and liquorice. Powerful and persistent until the extended final. Enthuses with personality and class! SUPERIORE.DE

"Powerful shining purple garnet with a black core. Intensely scented of ripe blackberries, rose hips, some undergrowth and juniper on the nose. Animating palate entry, complex on the palate, builds in layers and pulls through with sturdy tannin, nice play in the acidity, doesn't seem bulky, great finish." Falstaff

"Deep blackberry and cherry nose with just a touch of 90% bitter chocolate that somehow remains very bright. Concentrated, creamy and silky on the palate, then the tannins build beautifully at the long, uplifting finish." James Suckling

"Pouring to an inky black and super concentrated appearance, the Tiefenbrunner 2018 Alto Adige Lagrein Riserva Linticlarus produces thick waves of dried blackberry and tarry fruit with barbecue smoke and gardening soils. There are subtle hints of licorice and dried rosemary or oregano woven into the rich, full-bodied fiber of this powerful Lagrein Riserva with a 14% alcohol content, meant for a meat casserole." Robert Parker

Ruby red Pinot Noir with garnet red shimmer. Fine fruity bouquet of wild berries and cherries. An elegant red, well-proportioned and never overloaded, but with a clear identity and elegant character. SUPERIORE.DE

"Rich sparkling ruby red with black-red accents. Pronounced aroma of heart cherries and ripe wild berries, a hint of white pepper and mocha on the nose. Taut and juicy, well-integrated tannin, balanced use of wood, ripe nuances, coherent, lively finish." Falstaff

"I love the interplay of delicately smoky oak and black cherry on the nose of this Sub-Alpine pinot noir. With some aeration, a freshly sliced red-beet note develops. Although the gentle tannins are slightly sappy, this fits very well with the medium-bodied, lively palate. Quite a dry, crisp finish that needs some time to harmonize further." James Suckling

"The Tiefenbrunner 2018 Alto Adige Pinot Noir Riserva Linticlarus is a beautiful wine with a bit of spice and dried fruit, iron ore and blue flower, all woven together with a tight and seamless stitch. The wine plays forward over the palate with increasing intensity and balance. This is an elegant wine, and it's impossible not to be excited by these quality results with Pinot Noir from the far north of Italy. This expression concludes with length and a freshness that can be counted in minutes." Robert Parker

Hand-picked 500 bottles of this Gewürztraminer Riserva are produced every year. The grapes are harvested at the end of December - exactly when they are finely coated with the noble fungus Botrytis cinerea. Golden, almost amber sheen, quince, dried fruit and rose petals on the nose. Concentrated on the palate, delicate honey note, sweet and long. SUPERIORE.DE

The vines of this fascinating cuvée grow on deep, loose moraine soil. The eye sees dark garnet red. Intense bouquet of flowers and black berries. In the body, this cuvée is well structured, blackberry is joined by currant, a little tobacco and a hint of tar. Fine tannins lead into a long and juicy finish. Great ageing potential! SUPERIORE.DE

"Intensely bright garnet with a dark core and violet accents. Opens charmingly on the nose with notes of amarena, stewed plums and rock candy, plus toasty aromas and a hint of cardamom. Stretches across the palate with fruit melt, powerful body, well-integrated, interwoven tannins, sturdy texture, with plenty of pressure and length on the finish." Falstaff

"Good concentration, combined with fine tannins and a moderately sleek body for 14% alcohol, making this an impressive cabernet-merlot blend. The long and surprisingly rich finish, though not enormously complex, caresses the palate." James Suckling

Italy's most famous Müller Thurgau from a single vineyard at an altitude of over 1,000 metres: sublimely sparkling straw yellow, very precise, clean aroma, a potpourri of tropical fruits, some camomile and a hint of nutmeg. Astonishingly full-bodied on the palate with lots of juicy fruit. An elegant, extra-dry Müller Thurgau from the highest Müller Thurgau site in Europe with an impressive complexity and length for the grape variety. SUPERIORE.DE

"Brilliant, intense lemon yellow. In the nose after cold smoke, filigree, has something of cherry blossoms, after candied lemon zest, needs a lot of air. On the palate dense, very salty with lots of pressure, stretches nicely over the tongue, crisp acidity, opens on rich yellow fruit, mineral, very long finish." Falstaff

"A wonderful white with so much lime, mineral and green-papaya character. It's full-bodied and layered with gorgeous fruit and flavors. Really tangy. Best Muller in the world! Goes on and on." James Suckling

"The 2018 Müller-Thurgau Feldmarschall von Fenner from Tiefenbrunner is luminous gold in color with green hues in the glass. Its bouquet is stunning and perfumed with lime citrus-infused yellow flowers, white smoke minerality, wild herbs, green apple and savory exotic spice. There's a richness to its depths of textural white orchard fruits, perfectly offset by stimulating acidity and a cooling hint of mint leaf, as inner florals amass toward the close. Wow, there's so much going on here, and yet this is still so youthfully poised. I can imagine that a few years in the cellar will really bring the Feldmarschall to life." Vinous

"Delicate aromas of lime, nutmeg and camomile. Rich and complex yet fresh and vibrant with floral green fruit and long plummy graceful finish; will develop further." Decanter

"Made from sky-high vineyards situated at 3,280 feet above sea-level, this radiant white opens with enticing scents of white spring flower, yellow stone fruit, alpine herb and mountain hay. The medium-bodied palate is full of flavor and finesse, delivering ripe yellow peach, apricot and a dollop of vanilla. A hazelnut note lingers on the finish alongside crisp acidity and saline mineral notes." Wine Enthusiast

The second vintage of Sauvignon Bianco, from a micro-location of just 0.4 hectares, gets its fine flint and graphite nose from the porphyry soils of Unteraicha in the municipality of Völs. Very subtle on the palate with a fine balance of acidity and salt, fresh fruit and a long finish. If you can call one of the just about 2,000 bottles of this vintage your own, you can count yourself lucky! SUPERIORE.DE

"Cool and tart, clearly planty nose with slightly violent and floral notes, green and yellow fruity hints, some asparagus as well as quite clear, earthy minerality and red berry nuances. Mature, firmly knitted, tangy, juicy fruit, fine, lively acidity and clear, light earthy and salty minerality, very fine tannin grip, good substance and depth, dense and persistent, multi-layered, still very young looking, in the background nutty and delicate vanilla hints of wood, vegetable aromas reminiscent of artichokes and asparagus, very good, firm, somewhat warm finish."Markus Hofschuster

"Sparkling bright straw yellow with green notes. The nose shows attractive notes of gooseberry, capers and sage. On the palate full-bodied and dense, opens with a lot of present fruit, describes a wide arch, long aftertaste." Falstaff

"Bright golden-tinged straw. Fresh aromas of gunflint and licorice complement notes of yellow melon and green fig. Bright, fresh and juicy, with very clean and precise flavors similar to the aromas. Closes long, very clean and bright. A beautiful, classically dry and very perfumed Sauvignon Blanc Riserva. The Rachtl is a small vineyard (0.4 hectares) in the southern Isarco Valley that gives a very mineral wine unlike any other made on the property." Ian d’Agata (vinous.com)

"Very typical sauvignon character of limes, celery and fennel on the nose and palate. Full-bodied, layered and very flavorful. Shows tension and focus."  James Suckling

"The 2015 Alto Adige Sauvignon Blanc Rachtl is a mid-weight wine that could be considered full-bodied on the Sauvignon Blanc spectrum. The tangy, semi-aromatic variety rarely shows more richness and body than you get here. The wine opens to a pale gold appearance with fragrant aromas of stone fruit, candied peach, saffron, wild sage and lemon curd. This is a wonderful expression that makes a lasting and elegant impression on all the senses. Smoke, licorice and flint appear as delicate background notes. Only 2,200 bottles were made." Robert Parker