“Linticlarus Cuvée” Cabernet-Merlot Riserva Alto Adige DOC 2021

Tiefenbrunner Schlosskellerei Turmhof | South Tyrol
Tiefenbrunner / Schlosskellerei Turmhof | Schlossweg 4 Entiklar | IT 39040 Kurtatsch

01123021 · 0,75 l · 53,32 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shipping< 24 units available

The name honours the Roman Castrum Linticlar, the ancient fortress above the winery in Entiklar – a place that was already inhabited in the Stone Age. This historic soil produces a wine that combines power and finesse. The cuvée of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon and 50% Merlot comes from south-southeast-facing slopes in Entiklar at 260 to 300 metres. The very brooding, loose moraine soils with their high limestone and sand content give the wine structure and mineral precision. Vinification: Mash fermentation in concrete tanks, then malolactic fermentation, 12 months in small oak barrels, a further 6 months in large wooden barrels – followed by one year of ageing in the bottle.

Dark garnet red in the glass. The nose reveals an intense aroma of blackberries and blackcurrants, underpinned by floral notes and a subtle spiciness. Powerfully structured on the palate, with a fine tannin structure that gives the bouquet lasting support. Long, juicy finish. A red wine for grilled beef, game and mature mountain cheese. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright ruby colour with a dark core and fine rim. Elegant, dark bouquet of blackcurrant, with a hint of paprika and fine wood spice. Velvety on the palate, firm tannins, precise fruit and a long finish." Falstaff

"This is a creamy and spicy red blend that has plums, vanilla, chocolate, oranges and mint on the nose, as well as some smoked paprika. It is medium to full-bodied, rich yet bright, with powdery tannins." James Suckling

"The 2021 Linticlarus Cuvèe Riserva is unobtrusive and restrained. A bouquet slowly rises from the glass, combining sage and orange shavings with redcurrants and a hint of white smoke. This juicy and round wine has a core of lively acidity that perfectly balances the depth of ripe raspberry and blueberry fruit, while silty tannins gather towards the end. On the long and structured final, the 2021 leaves behind a primary concentration as a bitter hint of tart blackberry fades." Vinous