GRAPE VARIETY: Schiava Grigia (Grauvernatsch)
PRODUCTION ZONE: The prime hill location of Kurtatsch
SOIL: Loose sandy soils
VINIFICATION: Temperature-controlled fermentation of the must in stainless steel tanks with regular circulation of the juice over the pressings; aging in large wooden barrels.
COLOR: Radiant ruby-red
ABOUT THE WINE: When the Romans advanced the Po Valley to Bolzano in 15 B.C. and conquered Rhaetia, they found a winegrowing culture that was already over five hundred years old. The presumption that Schiava had already been planted at that time is naturally suggested: the German name for the grape, Vernatsch, is a derivation the Latin vernaculus meaning "native". In the wine literature, the noble Schiava Grigia stands out among all Schiava varieties. The name originates the characteristic silky grayness that is deposited on the skin of the berries during the final ripening phase. It was in particular Edmund Mach, the pioneer of modern Alto Adige oenology, who recognized and described the high flavor concentration of the low-yield, small Schiava Grigia berries. "Sonntaler" Schiava Grigia comes the oldest vines in Kurtatsch that now naturally produce a very low, very high quality yield. The aroma bouquet is intense and varied, reminiscent of the first fruits of summer: sweet cherries, wild strawberries, red currants. The elegant, sleek body has a vigorous presence on the palate, while grainy tannins give the supple fruitiness of the typical Schiava Grigia varietal a long, juicy finish.
Allergic-Info: This wine can contain sulfites
Alcoholic content: 13.00 %
yr. 2018 Tim Atkin:
93 of 100 Points.
"Tim Atkin" has rated the wine "Kurtatsch - Cortaccia 'Sonntaler' Grauvernatsch" the vintage 2018 on 01.10.2020 with 93 of 100 points.
yr. 2018 Vinum Wine Magazine:
16 of 20 Points.
"Vinum Wine Magazine" has rated the wine "Kurtatsch - Cortaccia 'Sonntaler' Grauvernatsch" the vintage 2018 on 01.05.2020 with 16 of 20 points.
yr. 2017 Tim Atkin:
"Tim Atkin" has rated the wine "Kurtatsch - Cortaccia 'Sonntaler' Grauvernatsch" the vintage 2017 on 01.12.2019 with 93 of 100 points.
yr. 2016 Vinum Wine Magazine:
"Vinum Wine Magazine" has rated the wine "Kurtatsch - Cortaccia 'Sonntaler' Grauvernatsch" the vintage 2016 on 01.05.2018 with 16 of 20 points.
yr. 2013 Vinum Wine Magazine:
"Vinum Wine Magazine" has rated the wine "Kurtatsch - Cortaccia 'Sonntaler' Grauvernatsch" the vintage 2013 on 01.08.2014 with 16 of 20 points.
yr. 2009 Vinum Wine Magazine:
15 of 20 Points.
"Vinum Wine Magazine" has rated the wine "Kurtatsch - Cortaccia 'Sonntaler' Grauvernatsch" the vintage 2009 on 01.10.2010 with 15 of 20 points.
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It is full ruby in colour with violet reflexes, fresh and intensely fruity on the nose, fragrant with a flavour of woodland berry fruits on the palate and a lightly almondy finish. The wine's succulent, gentle fruity character , soft, unobtrusive tannins and mild supple acidity make it a favourite for social drinking.
Vernatsch is a traditional South Tyrolean grape, greatly contributing to the local wine culture through its uncomplicated drinkability. New quality parameters and modern production methods have ensured that its popularity has continued to increase in recent years. In the village Missian this grape finds the best conditions to create this succulent fruity and elegant red wine.
Darbo All Natural Preserves are produced according to an old family recipe. Then as now, only the best fruits - with no added preservatives - are gently warmed and stirred. That way the natural fruit aroma is retained.
