Colterenzio
Chardonnay Altkirch 2025
| Denomination | DOC Alto Adige Chardonnay |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Area | Trentino Alto Adige (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Aging | Aged for several months on fine lees. |
- Origin and variety: Alto Adige DOC, pure Chardonnay from Cornaiano (Bolzano)
- Vinification: Fermentation at 18°C in steel and a small part in large wooden barrels
- Ageing: Matured for several months on fine lees for greater roundness and balance
- Aromas: Notes of citrus, alpine herbs, pineapple and mango; fresh and mineral taste
- Serving: Vintage 2024, 0.75 l bottle, 13% vol; screw cap; serve at 10–12°C
Description
What kind of wine it is
Chardonnay Altkirch by Colterenzio is a still white wine from Alto Adige that precisely expresses the character of its territory. It appears a bright straw yellow to the eye, enriched by elegant greenish highlights. The aromatic profile is refined, characterised by fresh citrus fruits, delicate Alpine aromatic herbs and intense nuances of exotic fruit, with pineapple and mango standing out. On the palate, it is harmonious and balanced, supported by lively freshness and classic mineral notes that define its slender and pleasant structure.
Where it comes from
The Chardonnay grapes come from the Cornaiano area, in the Bolzano region. In this area, Chardonnay has found an ideal habitat and has been cultivated for about a century, perfectly adapting to the local microclimates. The vines sink their roots into deep, sandy soils with gravel deposits, a key factor in giving the wine its typical gustatory tension. The history of this label is linked to Colterenzio, a company born from the union of numerous winegrowers to enhance production in total autonomy, safeguarding the identity of South Tyrolean viticulture.
How it is produced
Vinification involves temperature-controlled fermentation, carried out mainly in steel tanks to preserve the integrity of the varietal aromas. A small part of the must, however, ferments in large wooden barrels, a choice that enriches the wine's texture without overpowering the purity of the fruit. Subsequently, the wine matures for several months on the fine lees. This period encourages gustatory balance, giving a pleasant sensation of roundness that harmoniously integrates with the lively acidity.
History and Curiosities
Chardonnay Altkirch was born from the vision of 26 winegrowers from Cornaiano who, in 1960, founded the Colterenzio cooperative winery to vinify their own grapes in complete autonomy. This fine white wine pays tribute to the vineyard of the same name, highlighting a noble international variety that has been cultivated in Alto Adige for over a century. Thanks to the deep sandy soils in which its roots grow, the grape variety demonstrates a perfect climatic adaptation. Under the guidance of oenologist Martin Lemayr, the winery offers an excellence that celebrates the authentic vocation of the region.
Tasting notes
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Serve at:
10 - 12 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1960
- Oenologist: Martin Lemayr
- Bottles produced: 1.900.000
- Hectares: 300
It was in the 1980s, South Tyrol was primarily a red-wine region, and the quality was run-of-the-mill. Raifer, a winegrower himself, recognised the potential of South Tyrol as an outstanding winegrowing region: The terroir was cheap, sufficient vineyard area was available and the winegrowers were hard-working and skilled. His first step in his vineyard, "Lafóa", a sunny mountain slope behind the Colterenzio cellar, was to replace the Vernatsch vines with Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, and, later, Sauvignon Blanc. He also brought in new quality standards: Lower yield for higher-quality grapes and higher-quality wines. It was on this pilot vineyard slope that, with both Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon, the new quality standard measures were introduced.
This quality philosophy extended its reach to all members of the cooperative: new grape varietals were experimented with, and quality groups created. Today, the members and workers at the cellar are committed to working in line with this model throughout the entire winegrowing area, the cellars and for all wines.
The 300 partner winegrowers of the Colterenzio winery are the backbone of the company. They work year-round on their wine hills with their families in order to supply us with top-quality wine grapes in autumn. Read more
| Name | Colterenzio Chardonnay Altkirch 2025 |
|---|---|
| Type | White still |
| Denomination | Alto Adige DOC |
| Vintage | 2025 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Trentino Alto Adige |
| Vendor | Colterenzio |
| Story | History and Curiosities Chardonnay Altkirch was born from the vision of 26 winegrowers from Cornaiano who, in 1960, founded the Colterenzio cooperative winery to vinify their own grapes in complete autonomy. This fine white wine pays tribute to the vineyard of the same name, highlighting a noble international variety that has been cultivated in Alto Adige for over a century. Thanks to the deep sandy soils in which its roots grow, the grape variety demonstrates a perfect climatic adaptation. Under the guidance of oenologist Martin Lemayr, the winery offers an excellence that celebrates the authentic vocation of the region. |
| Origin | Cornaiano (Bolzano) |
| Soil composition | Sandy and deep soils with gravel deposits |
| Yield per hectare | 70-85 hl/ha |
| Fermentation temperature | 18 °C |
| Production technique | Fermentation of the must at a controlled temperature (18 °C) in stainless steel, with a small portion in large wooden casks; maturation for several months on fine lees |
| Wine making | Fermentation of the must at a controlled temperature (18 °C) in stainless steel, with a small portion in large wooden casks; maturation for several months on fine lees. |
| Aging | Aged for several months on fine lees. |
| Total acidity | 6.2 gr/L |
| Residual sugar | 2.8 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |