Erste e Neue
Muller Thurgau 2023
| Denomination | DOC Alto Adige Muller Thurgau |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Trentino Alto Adige (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Müller Thurgau |
| Aging | Maturation on fine lees in stainless steel (in stainless steel tanks). |
- Vintage and grape variety: 2023, 12.5% vol; dry still white wine made from 100% Müller-Thurgau
- Origin: Alto Adige DOC, Caldaro; vineyards at 550–650m on gravelly-limestone soils
- Vinification: In stainless steel at controlled temperature without oxygen; matured on fine lees
- Tasting notes: Hints of peach and lime, ripe fruit and nutmeg; fresh, mineral and lively palate
- Awards: Bibenda 4 bunches; James Suckling 91/100; Luca Maroni 95/100
Description
What kind of wine it is
Erste + Neue Müller Thurgau is a still semi-aromatic white wine that expresses the essence of South Tyrol. In the glass, it appears straw yellow with greenish highlights. On the nose, it offers an intense bouquet, where notes of ripe fruit, peach and lime blend with a subtle spicy hint of nutmeg. On the palate, it delivers a fresh and elegant structure, characterised by a lively sip and a vibrant Alpine minerality. This energetic flavour profile makes it ideal for pairing with oysters, fish-based dishes and light vegetarian preparations.
Where it comes from
The Müller Thurgau grapes thrive in Caldaro, immersed in the temperate climate of South Tyrol. The vineyards are cultivated using the traditional pergola system at an altitude between 550 and 650 metres, benefiting from optimal eastern exposure. The gravelly and calcareous soils give the wine a crisp profile and pronounced savouriness. The Erste + Neue winery operates with deep respect for the mountain environment, adopting sustainable practices to protect the local biodiversity and the surrounding ecosystem.
How it is produced
Production begins with the manual harvesting of the bunches and a careful selection of the best fruit. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature, keeping the must in total protection from oxygen: a fundamental technique to preserve the aromatic finesse of Müller Thurgau. The subsequent ageing on fine lees, always carried out in steel, enriches the wine’s complexity and balances its flavour. This meticulous process enhances the purity of the fruit and the dry profile, perfectly harmonising liveliness and expressive elegance.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1986 from the merger of two historic South Tyrolean entities, Erste + Neue skilfully combines tradition and cutting-edge technology. Its Müller-Thurgau DOC originates from vineyards trained on pergolas between 550 and 650 metres above sea level, situated on gravelly and calcareous soils facing east. Care for the ecosystem is ensured by the FAIR’N GREEN certification, which is fundamental for preserving the wine’s authentic Alpine identity. Appreciated by critics such as Suckling and Maroni, it stands out for its vibrant minerality that expresses the utmost elegance in its first three years of life.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
10 - 12 °C
Longevity:
03 - 05 years
- Start up year: 1900
- Oenologist: Thomas Scarizuola
- Bottles produced: 400.000
- Hectares: 60
ERSTE+NEUE has been exploring new avenues for more than a century, combining Alto Adige wine culture and tradition with innovation. Throughout this journey, we have dared quite a few first ascents and in doing so have written Alto Adige wine history.
Created in 1986 as a result of the merger of Erste Kellerei (1900) and Neue Kellerei (1925) followed in 2016 by the future-oriented alliance with Cantina Kaltern. Today ERSTE+NEUE stands for top alpine wines, pressed in harmony with nature using not only the latest technology but also drawing on the experience and love of experimentation demonstated by previous generations. inery that was rich in both tradition and renown. The clue is in the name: the tried and tested is upheld, while there is an openness to innovation. Each individual bottle is proof of this philosophy.
ERSTE+NEUE has held the FAIR’N GREEN international seal for sustainable viticulture since 2018. This certification supports us not only in making sustainability goals objectively measurable but also in achieving them. The goals of FAIR’N GREEN are also close to our hearts: environmental protection, natural viticulture, promotion of biodiversity and the protection of natural resources. In addition, fair pay, social commitment and social responsibility are required. At the end of the day, the preservation and promotion of the cultural landscape are also important to us. In this way, those who love our alpine wines can enjoy excellent products that have been produced under responsible conditions for both people and nature. Read more
| Name | Erste Neue Muller Thurgau 2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | White green still semi-aromatic |
| Denomination | Alto Adige DOC |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Müller Thurgau |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Trentino Alto Adige |
| Vendor | Erste e Neue |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1986 from the merger of two historic South Tyrolean entities, Erste + Neue skilfully combines tradition and cutting-edge technology. Its Müller-Thurgau DOC originates from vineyards trained on pergolas between 550 and 650 metres above sea level, situated on gravelly and calcareous soils facing east. Care for the ecosystem is ensured by the FAIR’N GREEN certification, which is fundamental for preserving the wine’s authentic Alpine identity. Appreciated by critics such as Suckling and Maroni, it stands out for its vibrant minerality that expresses the utmost elegance in its first three years of life. |
| Origin | Caldaro (BZ), Alto Adige (Trentino-Alto Adige), Italy |
| Climate | Temperate alpine |
| Soil composition | Gravelly and calcareous soil |
| Cultivation system | Traditional pergola |
| Yield per hectare | 65–80 hl/ha |
| Fermentation temperature | Controlled temperature |
| Production technique | Fermentation in stainless steel at a controlled temperature with oxygen protection; ageing on fine lees (in stainless steel) |
| Wine making | Fermentation in stainless steel at controlled temperature with protection from oxygen; ageing on fine lees (in stainless steel). |
| Aging | Maturation on fine lees in stainless steel (in stainless steel tanks). |
| Total acidity | 6.6 gr/L |
| Residual sugar | 2.5 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |