"Aristos" Sylvaner Alto Adige DOC 2022

The grapes selected for the production of this prestigious wine come from the sunny vineyards surrounding the Sabiona Monastery, described as the Acropolis of Tyrol. Here, too, we are at over 550 metres above sea level, where the climate is decidedly cool and the sun warms the grapes, which ripen slowly in excellently exposed vineyards. The Sylvaner, a vine of German origin, has characteristics in common with the Riesling, although it is less popular than the latter. The vine is very resistant to frost and guarantees producers excellent yields every year. Cantina Valle Isarco produces a particularly interesting version, thanks to the careful processing in the cellar. It starts with a gentle crushing after a short time in contact with the skins. This is followed by the temperature-controlled fermentation phase, half of which takes place in large acacia wood barrels and half in stainless steel tanks. Before being bottled, the wine remains in contact with its noble lees for about 7 months. The result is a white wine characterised by a beautiful light yellow colour with greenish reflections that clearly indicate its fresh nature. Fruity, with hints of peach and green apple, it has an extremely elegant nose with mineral notes in clear evidence. In the mouth, however, it reveals a good body, with markedly lively fresh tones and a lovely, persistent finish. Good right from the start, it is a wine that expresses itself best in its first years of life. Perfect as an aperitif, it is the ideal white to accompany fish dishes. Also excellent with cheeses that are not too mature.