Description

ABOUT THE PRODUCER:
Cantina Tramin was founded in 1898 and has 310 member winegrowers who adhere to its strict directives on vine cultivation. The vineyards are an integral part of the enchanting and picturesque landscape of the Alto-Adige region in Northern Italy, covering 260 hectares situated on the sunny slopes of the region at altitudes ranging from 250 to 850 metres above sea level. In 2011, Cantina Tramin gained the “Double Stella” award – an extraordinary achievement, which is given to a winery for being awarded the prestigious “3 Bicchieri” 20 times by Gambero Rosso.

THE VINTAGE:
A mild and sunny winter with little rainfall was followed by a dry March, which resulted in relatively early budburst. Spring was cool and rainy, while warm sunny days alternated with rainy days in June. A hot summer, followed by rain at the beginning of September demanded a lot of effort from the winegrowers, which was in turn rewarded with a splendid autumn and ideal harvest conditions. The 2023 white wines are delicate and full of juicy freshness.

ABOUT THE VINEYARD:
The vineyards are located in the Südtirol, in the Alto Adige DOC. Alto Adige is a dynamic wine growing region in Northern Italy that combines a brisk Alpine climate, mountain viticulture and complex geology, with the brilliance of Mediterranean sunshine. The grapes come from vineyards planted in calcareous clay and gravel soils at an altitude of between 250 and 550 metres above sea level. The yield is 75 hectolitres per hectare.

THE WINEMAKING PROCESS:
Made by winemaker Will Stűrz, who has been previously nominated “Italian winemaker of the Year” by the prestigious Gambero Rosso and who makes some of the best white wines in Italy. The grapes for this wine were harvested in small bins and were gently pressed immediately upon arrival at the winery. Fermentation took place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks at 19°C. No malolactic conversion took place, resulting in a fresh, crisp style of wine. The wine spent a brief time in stainless steel vats, retaining the freshness and purity of fruit until bottled.

OUR TASTING NOTE:
A crisp, aromatic, and refreshing wine with notes of peach, pear and delicate hints of spice. The wine shows a beautiful balance between bright acidity and a richness of texture.

GRAPE VARIETY:
Pinot Bianco 100%.