Elena Walch
Alto Adige Beyond The Clouds 2023
| Denomination | DOC Alto Adige Bianco |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Trentino Alto Adige (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | Chardonnay |
| Aging | After fermentation, weekly bâtonnage for 3 months; maturation in French barriques for about 10 months, followed by at least 6 months of bottle ageing. |
- Vintage and designation: Alto Adige DOC white 2023, 13.5% vol, 0.75 l bottle
- Predominantly Chardonnay blend: selection of white grapes, variable composition
- Aged in wood: French barriques, weekly bâtonnage, 10 months in wood and 6 in bottle
- Aroma and taste: notes of white flowers, stone fruit, pineapple; creamy and savoury palate
- Pairings: structured first courses, fish, strong cheeses, poultry and veal
Description
What kind of wine it is
Beyond The Clouds by Elena Walch is a white wine with the Alto Adige designation, known for its great structure. This blend of white grapes centres around Chardonnay, which is fermented and aged in oak barrels, offering a complex and enveloping tasting experience. In the glass, it reveals intense aromas of white flowers, stone fruit and pineapple, enriched by mineral nuances and a slight toasted note. Its creamy smoothness and fresh savouriness pair perfectly with rich first courses, fish, white meats and characterful cheeses.
Where it comes from
The grapes for this label are grown near Termeno, the result of a careful selection of the best hillside plots at medium altitude. The south-east exposure of the vineyards ensures regular ripening, clearly defining the aromatic profile. The soils are characterised by a rich composition of calcareous dolomitic rocks, interspersed with sandy matrices and rocky layers. This geology imparts a marked savoury note and a distinct Alpine character, combining strength and precision.
How it is produced
The process begins with rigorous vineyard management, where the harvest time is determined by the perfect ripeness of the Chardonnay. All varieties are harvested and processed on the same day to preserve the harmony of the blend. The grapes undergo joint fermentation in French oak barrels, encouraging immediate integration of aromas and structure. The technique of weekly bâtonnage, practised for the following three months, gives the wine a full and enveloping texture. After about ten months in wood, the process concludes with bottle ageing for at least six months, ensuring perfect balance and long persistence.
History and Curiosities
Created in 2000, Elena Walch's Grande Cuvée Beyond the Clouds represents the first white Supercuvée from Alto Adige. This masterpiece is born from the estate's finest grapes, showcasing a predominantly Chardonnay blend whose composition varies each year to best enhance every vintage. The elegant ageing in French barriques imparts an incredible smoothness to this oenological icon, celebrated with the Tre Bicchieri award from Gambero Rosso and outstanding scores of up to 98 points from international critics.
Tasting notes
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Serve at:
12 - 14 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1988
- Oenologist: Stefano Bolognani
- Bottles produced: 800.000
- Hectares: 90
Encouraging quality and innovation, Elena Walch stood at the head of the Alto Adige quality revolution and has gained local and international esteem for her efforts. An architect by trade, Elena Walch married into one of the oldest and most significant wine families of the region and brought new, modern concepts to the traditional establishment. Now, the responsibility for the family business is being put into the hands of the daughters, Julia and Karoline Walch, already the fifth generation. Read more
| Name | Elena Walch Alto Adige Beyond The Clouds 2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | White still |
| Denomination | Alto Adige DOC |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | Chardonnay |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Trentino Alto Adige |
| Vendor | Elena Walch |
| Story | History and Curiosities Created in 2000, Elena Walch's Grande Cuvée Beyond the Clouds represents the first white Supercuvée from Alto Adige. This masterpiece is born from the estate's finest grapes, showcasing a predominantly Chardonnay blend whose composition varies each year to best enhance every vintage. The elegant ageing in French barriques imparts an incredible smoothness to this oenological icon, celebrated with the Tre Bicchieri award from Gambero Rosso and outstanding scores of up to 98 points from international critics. |
| Origin | Tramin, Alto Adige, Italia |
| Soil composition | Calcareous dolomitic rocks, sandy soils and rock layers |
| Production technique | Fermentation and ageing in French oak barriques with weekly bâtonnage |
| Wine making | Harvest and processing of all varieties on the same day; joint fermentation and ageing in French oak barriques, with weekly bâtonnage (for three months); maturation in wood for about 10 months, followed by at least 6 months of ageing in bottle. |
| Aging | After fermentation, weekly bâtonnage for 3 months; maturation in French barriques for about 10 months, followed by at least 6 months of bottle ageing. |
| Total acidity | 6.6 gr/L |
| Residual sugar | 1.2 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |