Südtirol doc appius 2019

With its tenth edition, “APPIUS” is crowned the cult wine of the St. Michael-Eppan winery. The 2019 vintage was blessed with an ideal summer and autumn, allowing Hans Terzer to create a new masterpiece. The impressive cuvée is characterised by a broad range of aromas, exquisite light reflections and clarity, but above all by an exceptional complexity and elegance..

Characteristics of this wine

At a glance

Product characteristics

Variety

Chardonnay 60%, Pinot Grigio 15%, Pinot blanc 13% and Sauvignon blanc 12%

Site

Best vineyards in Appiano

Exposition

Southeast/southwest

Soil

Limestone gravel and moraine

Training System

Guyot

Winemaking

Placed in barrique-tonneaux for alcoholic and malolactic fermentation (except Sauvignon). Assemblage takes place after one year, followed by another three years of maturation in stainless-steel tanks with fine yeast.

At sight

Straw yellow with light, olive green reflections.

To the nose

The Chardonnay grapes provide an extraordinary aromatic abundance of tropical fruits (pineapple, mango, papaya). Pinot Grigio and Pinot Blanc are evidenced by echoes of white-fleshed fruits such as quince and Williams pear.

On the palate

On the palate ithere is a distinct intensity and richness; straightforward and direct, precise and well defined, solid and compact when drinking. Softness and acidity balance in perfect harmony.

Storage/Potential

10 years or more

Additional information

Vine Age

25 to 40 years

Harvest

End of September to early October

Alcohol Content

14 %

Acidity

5,6 gr/l

Residual Sugar

1,9 gr/l

Serving Temperature

8-10°

Pairing Recommendations

Excellent accompaniment to strong fish dishes such as turbot or monkfish. Goes well with mushroom and truffle dishes, fine white meat and game. Also wonderful with creamy and mature cheeses.

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