St. Michael-Eppan
Sauvignon Lahn – 2017
Region: Italy - Alto Adige
St. Michael-Eppan
The innovative winery situated along the Wine Route, is considered one of the best wineries in South Tyrol and Italy. St. Michael Eppan Winery, with its 355 members, 350 hectares of vineyard and 2.5 million bottles sold every year, has become renowned worldwide. The “Sanct Valentin“ label alone is enough to thrill wine lovers and connoisseurs.
Grapes / Soils
| Sauvignon Blanc | Vine age 10-25 years | Limestone gravel |
The Wine
Vineyard Profile
The striking grape variety, which has a strong aroma, has been increasingly cultivated in the Überetsch area since the 1980s. The stony limestone gravel and cool fall winds at the foot of the Mendel Massif produce a lively and expressive Sauvignon from the Lahn Vineyards. With refreshing acidity, delicate minerality, the Lahn Sauvignon really makes a splash as a trendy white.
- Age of vines – 10 to 25 years
- Site – Vineyards in Eppan/Berg
- Exposure – Southeast
- Soil – Limestone gravel
- Training System – Guyot
Harvest Notes
- Harvest – Early to end-September to early October, harvest and selection of grapes by hand
- Vinification: Fermentation and development on the lees in stainless-steel tanks until the end of February
- Yield – 60 hl/ha
Winemaker's Notes
The asparagus wine in South Tyrol also pairs nicely with light Asian cuisine such as sushi or Thai chicken skewers with peanut sauce (satay) in addition to Alpine delicacies such as quail breast with chantrelle mushroom tartare.
- Color – Bright with a slightly green shimmer
- Nose – Aromas of pineapple, elderberry, gooseberry and honey
- Mouth – Mineral, refreshing and balanced
Wine Summary
- Made from Sauvignon Blanc grapes.
- Vine age – 10 to 25 years
- Grown on soils of limestone gravel.
- Fermented in stainless steel tanks.
Technical Information
- Varietal – Sauvignon
- Alcohol – 13.5%
- Acidity – 5.7 g/L
General Info
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Alto Adige |
| Appellation(s) | Alto Adige |
| Proprietors | 350 growers |
| Founded | 1907 |
| Winemaker | Hans Terzer |
| Annual Production | 40,000 9L cases |
| Farming (Sustainable, organic, biodynamic) | Sustainable, organic, biodynamic |