Description

LAND/REGION

Italy,South Tyrol

Alcohol content:

14%

Classification:

South Tyrol DOC

Drinking temperature:

10-12°C

Grape Variety:

Pinot Blanc

Optimal drinking window:

Can be drunk immediately, can be stored for 10 years

ruby red with purple reflections

Complex aromas of dark berries such as blackberries and cherries, accompanied by vanilla and dark chocolate

Full-bodied and rich, with well-integrated tannins, pleasant acidity and a long, persistent finish

Light pasta dishes, sautéed vegetables, poultry

Allergens

Contains sulfites

Closure

Cork

Subregion

South Tyrolean Überetsch

Abfüller Informationen

Castel Sallegg, Unterwinkel 15, 39052 Kaltern (BZ), IT

The Pinot Blanc Leopoldine 2021 from Castel Sallegg is a characterful white wine from South Tyrol that masterfully combines elegance and minerality. The grapes come from the historic Preyhof estate in Kaltern, located at 550 m above sea level, where humus-rich calcareous gravel soils and cool downdrafts create ideal growing conditions for this variety. Manual harvesting and careful selection ensure top quality.Vinification takes place 80% in stainless steel tanks and 20% in French tonneaux, with malolactic fermentation. The wine then matures for 12 months on fine lees and an additional 6 months in the bottle, giving it depth and complexity.In the glass, Leopoldine presents itself in a brilliant straw yellow. The bouquet reveals aromas of ripe apples, apricots, citrus fruits, honey, and a hint of flint. On the palate, it is elegant and smooth, with crisp acidity, pronounced minerality, and a long, layered finish.