Muller Thurgau Alto Adige DOC 2022 - Peter Zemmer

Grape variety: Müller Thurgau (Riesling x Madeleine Royal) – Alto Adige DOC Origin: This Müller Thurgau grows 800 meters above sea level. Well hills lined up in the South Tyrolean plain. The favorable altitude of Vineyard on clay and limestone gravel from moraine sediments, the gently sloping slope and ideal exposure to the sun leave the grapes of this variety ripen very well. Yield per hectare: 65 hl Vinification: The grapes are pressed and destemmed in a pneumatic tank press. Before the pressing process takes place a six to Eight-hour cold maceration to emphasize the fruitiness of the wine. Then the grapes are pressed gently and through natural Sedimentation clarified by cloudy substances. The alcoholic fermentation takes place with Pure culture yeasts at a controlled temperature of 19 °C in stainless steel containers. Characteristics: Fruity white wine, mineral with distinct character. Colour: from greenish to straw yellow Smell: very fruity, slightly musky with spicy floral notes Taste: elegant, dry, good spiciness, fine acidity with pleasant departure Gastronomic Pairings: Appetizers, seafood and white meats Serving temperature: 10 - 12 °C Shelf life: 3 – 5 years