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Penon

450 - 700 M
The spectacularly located district of Penon, with altitudes ranging between 450 and 700 meters, is characterized by cooling nighttime katabatic winds. The slopes face the east. This causes substantial ...
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Penon-Hofstatt

500 - 650 M
The hamlet of Hofstatt lies above the village of Kurtatsch. Cooling fall winds in the evening provide for great temperature swings between day and night and create an ideal, breezy microclimate. The ...
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Graun

800 - 900 M
This picturesque high plateau crowning the dolomite cliffs above Kurtatsch is among the highest winegrowing locations in Alto Adige. Its elevation and the southeast facing vineyards result in some of ...
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Brenntal

220 - 300 M
The Brenntal location north of the village of Kurtatsch belongs among the warmest locations (up to 40°C/104°F) in Alto Adige. The vines on these steep slopes with its intensive sunshine grow ...
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Penon-Kofl

450 - 600 M
Kofl, in the Alpine area of German-speakers, means "mountain knoll". The proximity of these steep slopes to the westerly mountain range guarantees an early sunset. The evening fall winds provide for ...
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Mazon

350 - 450 M
The Mazon location is one of the best-known Pinot noir locations in Italy and occupies a plateau across the valley from Kurtatsch. Here, our demanding Pinot noir vines grow on sandy, loamy ...
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Glen

450 - 650 M
Not far from the Mazon vineyards is our second Pinot noir location, somewhat higher in altitude. While the soil characteristics of the two locations are similar, the location of Glen has somewhat ...
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Kofl

Alto Adige Sauvignon DOC 2022
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About this wine

Kofl, in the Alpine area of German-speakers, means "mountain knoll". The proximity of these steep slopes to the westerly mountain range guarantees an early sunset.

The evening fall winds provide for important cooling of the delicate grapes. With the high share of limestone in the porous soil rich in dolomite, the Penon- Kofl vineyards constitute ideal terroir for Sauvignons with long potential for ageing. Its bouquet stands out with notes of exotic fruits, gooseberries and kiwi along with sage and elderflowers. Dynamics and power unite in an impressive way. Mineral backbone gives KOFL additional complexity and length. An expressive wine without being loud.
KOFL: the impulsive one.

Data sheet

Characteristics

Vinification

Very short maceration, controlled temperature fermentation in stainless steel tanks, ageing on the fine lees in large oak barrels and concrete tanks for 12 months

Alcohol 14,0 % by vol.
Total acidity 6,4 g/l
Residual sugar 2,1 g/l
Yield per hectare 50 hl
Optimum maturity 2-6 years
Method of cultivation sustainable
Bottle sizes 0,75 l & 1,5 l

Terroir

  • area
    Kurtatsch - Penon-Kofl, 450-600 m a.sl., east, steep slope
  • climate
    Great day/night temperature difference
  • soil
    Sandy and gravelly soil rich in dolomite and quartz

Awards

  • 2022
    • James Suckling
      91/100 points
  • 2021
    • Falstaff
      90/100 points
    • James Suckling
      92/100 points
    • Concours Mondial Du Sauvignon
      Silver
  • 2020
    • Decanter
      91/100 points
    • Luca Gardini
      94/100 points
    • Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
      91/100 points
    • Falstaff
      91/100 points
    • James Suckling
      92/100 points
    • Nationaler Sauvignon Wettbewerb - Concorso nazionale Sauvignon
      5th place
  • 2019
    • Wine Spectator
      90/100 points
    • Cervim - Mondial des Vins Extremes
      Gold medal
    • Decanter World Wine Awards
      90/100 points
    • Italian Wine Report by Tom Hyland
      94/100 points
    • James Suckling
      92/100 points
    • Blue Lifestyle
      92/100 points
  • 2018
    • Jancisrobinson.com
      17,0 points
    • James Suckling
      92/100 points
    • Decanter World Wine Awards
      92/100 points
  • 2017
    • Cervim - Mondial des Vins Extremes
      Gold medal
    • Decanter World Wine Awards
      90/100 points
    • Wine Enthusiast
      91/100 points
    • James Suckling
      92/100 points
    • Jancisrobinson.com
      17,5 points
  • 2016
    • Cervim - Mondial des Vins Extremes
      Gold medal
    • James Suckling
      90/100 points
  • 2015
    • Cervim - Mondial des Vins Extremes
      Gold medal
    • Jancisrobinson.com
      17,0 points
    • Decanter World Wine Awards
      91/100 points
  • 2014
    • Decanter World Wine Awards
      91/100 points
Awards

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