What kind of wine is Alto Adige Sauvignon DOC 'Prail' 2024 - Colterenzio?

The Alto Adige Sauvignon DOC 'Prail' 2024 - Colterenzio is born among the sunny hills of Oltradige, in the heart of Alto Adige. Here, the alpine climate meets Mediterranean influences, creating an ideal environment for cultivating Sauvignon Blanc, a grape known for its aromatic expressiveness and lively freshness. This wine fully embodies the typical style of Alto Adige Sauvignons: an intense aroma, a lean body, and a pleasant mineral imprint that speaks of its origin. It is a white wine with a fresh, aromatic, and mineral character, perfect for those seeking a balanced and highly drinkable wine.

Details of the vintage

The 2024 vintage in Alto Adige was characterized by a regular spring and a mild summer with good temperature excursions between day and night. These conditions favored a slow and complete ripening of the grapes, preserving the aromatic component of Sauvignon Blanc and its typical acidity. The result is a wine with a perfect balance between aromatic intensity and gustatory freshness.

Winemaking and aging

After a manual harvest, the grapes are subjected to soft pressing to extract only the finest must. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures, a choice that helps maintain the primary aromas and the purity of the fruit. The wine then remains on its lees for several months (a technique called sur lie), which contributes to greater softness and aromatic complexity, without weighing down its structure.

Tasting notes

Color

In the glass, it appears with a brilliant straw yellow color with greenish reflections, which anticipate its lively freshness and youth.

Nose

The aromatic profile is intense and clean, with notes of exotic fruit, citrus, white flowers, and a delicate vegetal hint of sage and nettle, typical of Sauvignon Blanc. The fine and precise mineral matrix completes a bouquet of great elegance.

Palate

On the palate, the Alto Adige Sauvignon DOC 'Prail' 2024 - Colterenzio is fresh, dynamic, and supported by a marked natural acidity. The minerality accompanies the sip until the long and savory finish, which easily invites a second glass.

Food pairings for Alto Adige Sauvignon DOC 'Prail' 2024 - Colterenzio

This Sauvignon is best enjoyed when paired with dishes that enhance its freshness and aromaticity. Ideal with:

• fish and shellfish appetizers,
• grilled vegetables or spring dishes with aromatic herbs,
• fresh or goat cheeses,
• delicately spiced Asian cuisine.

Also perfect as a refined aperitif, it expresses a pleasant lightness that captivates from the first sip.

Storage and aging: how to store Alto Adige Sauvignon DOC 'Prail' 2024 - Colterenzio wine

As a young and fragrant white wine, it is advisable to enjoy the Alto Adige Sauvignon DOC 'Prail' 2024 - Colterenzio within 2-3 years of the vintage, to fully appreciate its freshness and aromaticity. It should be stored in a cool, dark place with a constant temperature, preferably between 10 and 14°C, with the bottles lying horizontally so that the cork remains moist. Although it can evolve positively for a few years, its true essence should be captured in its youth, when it best expresses the typical vivacity and minerality of Alto Adige Sauvignons.