Franz Haas
Sofi Muller Thurgau 2024
Other years:
2023| Denomination | IGT Vigneti delle Dolomiti |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Trentino Alto Adige (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Müller Thurgau |
| Aging | Aged in steel for about five months and then for a short period in the bottle. |
| Other years | 2023 |
- Grape variety and style: Still white wine made from 100% Müller Thurgau, 12.5% vol, 0.75 l bottle
- Origin: Vineyards of the Dolomites IGT in Trentino-Alto Adige, altitude 500-800 m
- Vinification: Short maceration, fermentation and ageing in steel (5 months)
- Aromas and colour: Scents of muscat, peach and yellow primrose, straw yellow colour
- Taste and pairings: Fresh, elegant and savoury, ideal with sushi, shellfish and goat's cheese
Description
What kind of wine it is
The Sofi Müller Thurgau by Franz Haas is a still white wine that faithfully expresses the identity of the Dolomite Vineyards. Made from Müller Thurgau grapes, it reveals itself with a straw yellow hue. The aromatic profile is clear and fragrant, able to harmonise delicate Moscato notes with hints of fresh fruit, peach, and yellow primrose. On the palate, it displays an elegant structure, enlivened by a vibrant freshness that leads to a pleasantly savoury and persistent finish.
Where it comes from
The origins of this Müller Thurgau lie in the enchanting mountain landscape of Trentino-Alto Adige. The vineyards are located at an altitude between 500 and 800 metres, with a southern exposure that favours excellent ripening. The richness of the sip is linked to the particularity of the soils composed of clay and porphyry, which give the wine a pronounced minerality and refined aromatic quality. In this Alpine environment, the Franz Haas family enhances the vocation of the territory through meticulous work aimed at highlighting the varietal purity.
How it is produced
Production begins with a brief maceration on the skins to encourage the extraction of aromas, followed by gentle pressing of the destemmed bunches. The temperature-controlled fermentation takes place in steel tanks, the perfect material for preserving the freshness of the fruit. The wine matures in the same containers for about five months, completing the process with a brief final ageing. This careful oenological process ensures extraordinary expressive clarity and an extremely dynamic drinkability.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1880, the Franz Haas winery has passed down a philosophy of perfection through eight generations, combining science and passion. This Müller Thurgau was born from the wish of Sofia, the owners' daughter, who had dreamed since childhood of a wine bearing her name. The result is a fresh and youthful expression, enhanced by a lively abstract label. Thanks to the valuable contribution of oenologist Stefano Tiefenthaler, the 2024 vintage stands out for its elegance, awarded 89/100 by James Suckling.
Awards
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2024
89/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
08 - 10 °C
Longevity:
03 - 05 years
- Start up year: 1880
- Oenologist: Stefano Tiefenthaler
- Bottles produced: 450.000
- Hectares: 60
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| Name | Franz Haas Sofi Muller Thurgau 2024 |
|---|---|
| Type | White still |
| Denomination | Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Müller Thurgau |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Trentino Alto Adige |
| Vendor | Franz Haas |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1880, the Franz Haas winery has passed down a philosophy of perfection through eight generations, combining science and passion. This Müller Thurgau was born from the wish of Sofia, the owners' daughter, who had dreamed since childhood of a wine bearing her name. The result is a fresh and youthful expression, enhanced by a lively abstract label. Thanks to the valuable contribution of oenologist Stefano Tiefenthaler, the 2024 vintage stands out for its elegance, awarded 89/100 by James Suckling. |
| Origin | Trentino-Alto Adige (Dolomites), Italy |
| Soil composition | Mixed soils of clay and porphyry |
| Cultivation system | Traditional pergola and Guyot |
| Yield per hectare | 70 hl/ha |
| Production technique | Brief maceration; gentle pressing; temperature-controlled fermentation in steel tanks; ageing in steel and a short period in bottle |
| Wine making | After a brief maceration to encourage aromatic extraction, the crushed grapes (destemmed) are gently pressed; the must is then fermented at a controlled temperature in stainless steel tanks. The wine is matured in stainless steel for about five months and then for a short period in bottle. |
| Aging | Aged in steel for about five months and then for a short period in the bottle. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |