South Tyrolean wines are known worldwide for their excellent quality and diversity. The wine region stretches across the picturesque landscape of the South Tyrolean Alps and includes many small wine-growing communities that are prized for their unique grape varieties and terroirs.
Winegrowers in South Tyrol are committed to using natural farming methods to produce high quality wines with a distinctive taste and aroma. Popular grape varieties in the region include Vernatsch, Lagrein, Gewürztraminer and Pinot Grigio.
South Tyrolean wines are perfect for many occasions, festive dinners to cosy evenings at home. They are also perfect for discovering and experiencing the region's rich cultural heritage.
If you are looking for excellent wines produced by dedicated winemakers in a beautiful setting, be sure to try South Tyrolean wines.
Müller Thurgau - 2021 - Winery S. Michele Appiano South Tyrol
Crystal-clear with a deep, green-yellow colour, this wine enjoys a unique type of aromatic fullness. Delicate hay and mild nutmeg fragrances typify the fine completeness of its scent. Sensations also recur on the palate, where the charming nature of this Müller Thurgau also comes to fruition. An uncomplicated wine in a simple style, fresh and easy to drink. Served chilled, it is a good accompaniment to the most varied of dishes, especially freshwater fish.
Lagrein Castel Turmhof - 2020 - Wine Cellar Tiefenbrunner
Deep garnet red in color, with a delicate bouquet showing the cherry note characteristic of the varietals; subtle wood tones complement its full and round fruit flavors. Compact tannins and an agreeable acidity carry this traditional South Tyrolean wine through to its long finish.
Gewürztraminer South Tyrol Joseph - 2022 - Winery Hofstätter
This is a highly individual wine and a copybook Gewürztraminer: full, bright straw yellow, concentrated with a strong aromatic character reminiscent of dried flowers and rose petals which develops and intensifies in the glass. Full-bodied, luscious but dry on the palate, the opulence cut by vibrant, firm acidity.
Lagrein Rosè - 2022 - Winery Hofstätter Joseph
Unlike numerous other insipid rose coloured wines, this is a rosé with strong personality, freshness, fragrant, similar to a fine white wine but with the rich fruit and roundness of a young red intended for early drinking.
Gewürztraminer Vigna Kolbenhof - 2021 - Winery Hofstätter
The Kolbenhof Gewürztraminer is characterised by sumptuous fruit. Deep golden yellow in colour with green reflexes, on the nose it is reminiscent of ripe apricot and peach intermingled with exotic fruits such as lychee, mango and passion fruit. The fruit characteristics follow through on the palate; full-bodied, luscious but dry, the opulence cut by vibrant, firm acidity finishing elegant, dry and aromatic.
Alto Adige Bianco Abtei - 2021 - vine cellar Muri-Gries
Colour: intensive golden yellow, Aroma: ripe aromas with quinces, ripe grapes, some straw and hay, acacia honey, butter and caramel, Taste: elegant with balanced acidic base, very salty and minerally, full and fresh, playful, invitingly drinkable, elegant, long finish; with the basic structure of a white Burgundy, the 2019 White is a new and successful interpretation of a great white wine cuvée.
Merlot Riserva Siebeneich - 2021 - Winery Terlano
Color: brilliant deep ruby red Smell: The primary fruit aromas of dried plum and cranberry combine with the herbal aromas of mint and eucalyptus and a hint of black pepper to create a many-faceted bouquet. Taste: With its sturdy tannin structure and rich fruit aromas, the Merlot can develop to the full on the palate to display great complexity with depth and length.
St. Magdalener Rieser - 2022 - vine cellar Nals-Margreid South Tyrol
Growing in the best-known Vernatsch area on the outskirts of Bozen, our St. Magdalener features aromas of cherry, red berries and lightly toasted almond. The powerful fruity bouquet, elegant structure, freshness and fine-grained tannins characterize this local hero. It accompanies flavorful South Tyrolean dishes, game, rabbit and braised meats brilliantly.
Lagrein Riserva Tor di Lupo - 2020 - Winery Andrian
Colour: garnet-red with violet hues; Aroma: intense aroma of bitter chocolate and cherries; Taste: silky with soft nuances of French oak adding depth and complexity, good acidity, full-bodied and very persistent. Good aging potential.
Lagrein Riserva Porphyr - 2021 - Winery Terlano
Color: deep impenetrable ruby with violet reflections Smell: This Lagrein selection is a multifaceted wine. It reveals aromas reminiscent of morello cherry and bilberry, with notes of licorice, coffee beans, vanilla, clove and black tea, which makes it spicy and fruity at the same time. Taste: The wine is harmonious on the palate with very compact and concentrated, multilayered flavors combining juicy fruit with spicy, peppery elements and a slightly sweet note of dark chocolate rounded off with silky tannins.
Lagrein South Tyrol - 2019 - wine cellar Lageder Alois
Medium garnet colour with ruby hints. Rich, quite pronounced, spicy aroma with a chocolate character, floral impressions (violets), red fruit and prunes. Soft, smooth fruit, full bodied. Masculine style. Firm, dry and somewhat earthy finish.
Merlot Lason - 2020 - Winery Caldaro
A 14-month long aging in barrique and low yields give this wine its intense, brilliant, ruby red. Its aromas are reminiscent of berries, a little mint and licorice; soft tannins and a juicy structure with a silky and elegant finish complete the tableau.
Terlaner Pinot Blanc - 2022 - Wine Cellar Muri-Gries South Tyrol
Colour: pale straw yellow with green reflexes. Aroma: multi-layered, intensive with fruity tones of ripe apple and an exotic touch of grapefruit, somewhat nutty, tangy with notes of white pepper. Taste: substantial and full of pedigree and elegance, creamy structure, salty and minerally, harmonic and inviting, long, juicy and fresh finish
Lagrein Rosé - 2023 - wine cellar Lageder Alois
Pink colour with ruby hints. Quite pronounced, fruity aroma (red berries) with floral impressions (violets). Medium-bodied smooth fruit on the palate, fresh. Long lasting aftertaste with an elegant bitter twist.
Pinot Blanc South Tyrol - 2022 - Winery Hofstätter
Medium-full straw yellow in colour, fresh aromas of peach combined with apple and pear on the nose, elegant and zesty on the palate, harmonious in structure, round with masses of finesse and a hint of nut on the finish.
Rosenmuskateller Abtei 0,375 lt. - 2022 - vine cellar Muri-Gries
Colour: fresh, pale ruby red; Aroma: aromatically intensive and multi-layered, fresh nutmeg notes, dark, red roses, dried apricots, figs and cloves, some botrytis notes; Taste: elegant and harmonic with a lovely interplay of sweet and sour, finesse and lightness, aromas of dried fruits, fresh, playful finish
Müller Thurgau South Tyrol - 2022 - Winery Girlan
Müller Thurgau is the result of a crossing between Riesling and Sylvaner. The bunches are fine and have green-yellowish fragrant grapes. The wine's delicate note of aromatic walnut and moderate acidity are highly appreciated. This wine is best served with hors d'oeuvres, seafood, grilled fish and white meat.
Pinot Blanc Platt & Riegl - 2022 - Winery Girlan
With its delicate and fresh but nevertheless full-bodied character, the Pinot Blanc Plattenriegl becomes a versatile wine and an excellent accompaniment to starters and fish dishes. At the same time, it is well liked as an aperitif and is also perfect for a traditional Sunday brunch.
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