
About this wine
In the evening, the fleshy grapes are cooled by fresh fall winds. This unique terroir produces a Merlot which stands because of its power and dark fruitiness (lingonberries, blackberries), but at the same time retains its Alpine character (green tea, white pepper). This fruit is joined on the palate by dense, velvety tannins. Delicate acidity gives the wine balance and an impressively long finish.
Merlot BRENNTAL: the unique one.
Characteristics
Vinification | Controlled temperature fermentation in rotary tanks and ageing in French barriques for 15 months, followed by ageing in large oak barrels, min. 1 year bottle ageing |
Alcohol | 14,0 % by vol. |
Total acidity | 5,2 g/l |
Residual sugar | 2,1 g/l |
Yield per hectare | 40 hl |
Optimum maturity | 4-15 years |
Method of cultivation | sustainable |
Bottle sizes | 0,75 l & 1,5 l |
Terroir
- Kurtatsch - Brenntal, 220-300 m a.sl., south - east, steep slope
- Very warm microclimate with temp. up to 40°C (104°F), strong sunlight
- Red sandy and loamy soil with clay minerals and oxides
Awards
- 2017
- Vitae4 VITI
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- 2016
- Robert Parker's Wine Advocate92/100 points
- Mundus ViniGold medal - Best of Show Alto Adige
- James Suckling93/100 points
- Decanter World Wine Awards92/100 points
- Vitae4 VITI
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- 2015
- James Suckling90/100 points
- Falstaff92/100 points
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- 2014
- Decanter World Wine Awards91/100 points
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Brenntal
Alto Adige Merlot Riserva DOC
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€ 35.80 incl. 22% VAT plus Shipping Costs
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Terroir Line
The viticultural art of Kurtatsch at its best
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