Tiefenbrunner
Turmhof Pinot Grigio 2022
| Denomination | DOC Alto Adige Pinot Grigio |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Trentino Alto Adige (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Pinot Grigio |
| Aging | Fermentation and maturation for ten months: 75% in large wooden barrels with regular bâtonnage; the remaining 25% undergoes malolactic fermentation in tonneaux. After blending, the wine matures for a further two months in concrete vats, then is bottled and aged for five months in bottle. |
- Denomination and variety: Alto Adige DOC, 100% Pinot Grigio, still white wine
- Vintage and format: 2022, 0.75 litre bottle, 14% alcohol
- Aromatic profile: floral and herbaceous notes, ripe fruit such as pear, peach and melon
- Vinification: 10 months in wood, followed by 2 months in concrete vats
- Serving and pairings: serve at 12-14°C, ideal for light dishes
Description
What kind of wine it is
Turmhof Pinot Grigio by Tiefenbrunner is a white wine from Alto Adige that combines a fresh profile with deep structure. Visually, it appears straw yellow with sandy hues. On the nose, fresh floral notes and aromatic herbs stand out, blending with hints of ripe fruit such as pear, peach and melon. On the palate, this Pinot Grigio reveals a full and rounded body, distinguished by a creamy and velvety texture that leads the tasting towards a persistent and elegant finish.
Where it comes from
The grapes come from plots located south of Magrè and from the hillside vineyards of Cortaccia in Alto Adige. The vines benefit from a south and south-east exposure, between 210 and 350 metres above sea level, ensuring optimal ripening. In Cortaccia, the soil is rich in calcareous gravel and moraine sediments, while in Magrè sandy alluvial soils prevail. This variety of terroir gives the wine remarkable breadth of flavour, supported by Guyot training which maintains balanced yields and a perfect balance between natural acidity and residual sugars.
How it is produced
Vinification involves fermentation and ten months of ageing divided into two phases. Part of the must matures in large wooden barrels with regular bâtonnage, while the rest undergoes malolactic fermentation in smaller barrels. Once the blend is created, the wine rests for two months in concrete vats, completing the cycle with a final five months of ageing. This precise process in the cellar gives a rounded body and fixes the elegant softness of the sip.
History and Curiosities
The renowned Pinot Grigio Turmhof embodies the excellence of the Tiefenbrunner winery, established in 1848. Under the guidance of oenologist Stephan Rohregger, this prestigious 2022 vintage enhances the authentic terroir of the Alto Adige DOC. The grapes flourish between 210 and 350 metres above sea level, drawing nourishment from the gravelly-limestone soils of Cortaccia and the alluvial and sandy soils of Magrè. This meticulous care gives rise to an extraordinary white wine, awarded 93 points by James Suckling, capable of bringing a centuries-old tradition of elegance and dedication to the glass.
Awards
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2022
4Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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2022
93/100
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:
12 - 14 °C
Longevity:
03 - 05 years
- Start up year: 1848
- Oenologist: Stephan Rohregger
- Bottles produced: 650.000
- Hectares: 88
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| Name | Tiefenbrunner Turmhof Pinot Grigio 2022 |
|---|---|
| Type | White still |
| Denomination | Alto Adige DOC |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Pinot Grigio |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Trentino Alto Adige |
| Vendor | Tiefenbrunner |
| Story | History and Curiosities The renowned Pinot Grigio Turmhof embodies the excellence of the Tiefenbrunner winery, established in 1848. Under the guidance of oenologist Stephan Rohregger, this prestigious 2022 vintage enhances the authentic terroir of the Alto Adige DOC. The grapes flourish between 210 and 350 metres above sea level, drawing nourishment from the gravelly-limestone soils of Cortaccia and the alluvial and sandy soils of Magrè. This meticulous care gives rise to an extraordinary white wine, awarded 93 points by James Suckling, capable of bringing a centuries-old tradition of elegance and dedication to the glass. |
| Origin | Vineyards to the south of Magrè; hillside vineyards in Cortaccia |
| Soil composition | Calcareous gravel of morainic sediments in Cortaccia and sandy alluvial soils in Magrè |
| Cultivation system | Guyot |
| Plants per hectare | 6000-7000 |
| Yield per hectare | 45-55 hl/ha |
| Fermentation | and ageing for ten months |
| Production technique | Fermentation and ageing for 10 months (75% in large wooden barrels with regular bâtonnage; 25% with malolactic fermentation in tonneau), then maturation for 2 months in concrete vats and ageing for 5 months in bottle |
| Wine making | Fermentation and ageing for ten months: 75% in large wooden barrels with regular bâtonnage; the remaining 25% undergoes malolactic fermentation in tonneaux. After blending, the wine matures for a further two months in concrete vats, then is bottled and aged for five months in bottle. |
| Aging | Fermentation and maturation for ten months: 75% in large wooden barrels with regular bâtonnage; the remaining 25% undergoes malolactic fermentation in tonneaux. After blending, the wine matures for a further two months in concrete vats, then is bottled and aged for five months in bottle. |
| Total acidity | 6.5 gr/L |
| Residual sugar | 1.7 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |