Elena Walch
,Tramin (South Tyrol)
Pinot Bianco Kristallberg DOC
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Winemaker | Elena Walch |
| Alcohol | 13.5% vol. |
| Grapes | 100% Pinot Bianco |
| 75 cl | CHF 24.90 |
Winemaking
Gentle pressing, static clarification. Fermentation at a controlled temperature of about 20°C. 15 percent of the liquidat this stage is poured into French 'barriques' where it matures for 5 months. Blending takes place in spring.
Our tasting note
Thanks to the altitude of 600 metres above sea level (almost 2000 feet), coupled with intense exposure to sunlight, this 'Kristallberg' Pinot Bianco is multi- faceted and has a great mineral content. With its gleaming yellow straw colour, its bouquet is reminiscent of fresh, green apples and white peach. It reflects elegance and freshness, youth and vitality. An inviting, fine acidic interplay with an ultra-smooth texture, finely structured tannin and harmoniously absorbing length on the finish.
Elena Walch
Elena Walch is a leading vineyard in South Tyrol under family proprietorship. Encouraging quality and innovation, Elena Walch stood at the head of the quality revolution in South Tyrol and has gained local and international esteem for her efforts. The great assets of Elena Walch are the two vineyards Vigna Castel Ringberg above Kalterer See, and Vigna Kastelaz above Tramin. All wines bear the clear signature of their producer and delight with their purity of taste, elegance and finesse. Elena Walch, formerly a successful architect, al so understands her current profession brilliantly. Responsibility for the family company has now been placed in the hands of daughters Julia and Karoline Walch, as the fifth generation of the family.
