Gewürztraminer Vigna Kastelaz Elena Walch 2024

Kastelaz is an extremely steep vineyard overlooking the village of Tramin, in the heart of South Tyrol. Its location is truly unique: during the day, the grapes enjoy plenty of sunshine and warmth; in the afternoon, the wind arrives to cool the vines, while, as the sun sets, the cool mountain nights come into play. The grapes are carefully selected directly in the vineyard. They undergo a few hours of maceration on their skins. Alcoholic fermentation takes place using carefully selected yeasts. The wine is then aged on its fine lees (sur lie) until the following spring. The bouquet is a real spectacle: rose, lychee, acacia honey, and a wealth of nuances that unfold one after another. On the palate, it has plenty of character: intense and full-bodied, yet retaining remarkable freshness. The finish is exceptionally long and intensely aromatic. Contains sulphites. Produced by ELENA WALCH SRL - Via Andreas Hofer, 1 - 39040, Tramin/Termeno - Alto Adige - Italy. E=330 kJ/79 kcal in 100 ml, nutritional values ​​and ingredients.

The producer

Elena Walch is in charge of a company with vineyards that can be undoubtedly considered among the most beautiful in Alto Adige. The company is located in the former Jesuit monastery, owned by the Walch family since 1869, in Termeno (a small village 30 km from Bolzano). The town of Termeno is well known for its white wines, but especially for its Gewürztraminer (which is said to be born in this place). The estates of Elena Walch overlook Lake Caldaro and are divided into Castel Ringberg and Kastelaz. Their beautiful location is a major contributor to the high quality of the wines produced here.

Best with

Excellent with shellfish, prawns and lobster, oriental dishes and blue cheeses.

How to serve it

It should be served at 11-13 degrees Celsius. The perfect glass is a clear, smooth and colorless crystal, goblet.

How to keep

The bottles should be laid horizontally in a cool, damp and dark cellar.