Franz Haas
Moscato Giallo 2024
| Denomination | IGT Vigneti delle Dolomiti |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Trentino Alto Adige (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Moscato Giallo |
| Aging | Before being bottled, the wine spends about 5 months on the lees in stainless steel tanks. |
Description
What kind of wine it is
Franz Haas Moscato Giallo is a still white wine that expresses the purest essence of the grape variety. Produced in the Vineyards of the Dolomites region, it stands out for its slightly muted golden yellow colour. On the nose, it offers a clear aromatic profile, with elegant hints of citrus, white peach, lemon balm and elderflower, enhanced by notes of nutmeg and sweet spices. On the palate, it is refined and lively, supported by a pronounced acidity and a mineral texture that make each sip fresh and persistent, ideal for pairing with shellfish, fresh cheeses and spicy dishes.
Where it comes from
The grapes come from vineyards located in Alto Adige, spread between the municipalities of Montagna and Mazzon. The rows are situated at an altitude between 400 and 450 metres, with south, south-west and west-facing exposures that favour balanced ripening of the bunches. The soil composition is varied: in Montagna, the terrain is of medium sandy texture, while in Mazzon, a clay component prevails. This mosaic of soils and the mountain climate are the key factors that define the aromatic intensity and great freshness of this white wine.
How it is produced
Production begins with a brief cold maceration to encourage the extraction of aromatic components. After pressing, the must ferments at a controlled temperature, using selected yeasts to enhance the varietal purity of the Moscato Giallo. The wine then matures for about five months on its own lees in steel tanks, a choice that allows the structure to be refined and the aromas to be harmoniously integrated, while preserving the natural fragrance and vibrant energy of the fruit.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1880, the Franz Haas winery crafts this Moscato Giallo by combining scientific precision with expert artisanal skill. The dedication of entire generations is reflected in every glass, visually enhanced by the iconic artist’s label by Riccardo Schweizer. Awarded 91 points by James Suckling, this wine encapsulates the authentic soul of the Dolomites, offering connoisseurs a refined and unparalleled aromatic complexity.
Awards
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2024
4Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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2024
91/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2024
97/100
One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
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2024
2One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
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2024
90/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
08 - 10 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1880
- Oenologist: Stefano Tiefenthaler
- Bottles produced: 450.000
- Hectares: 60
Franz Haas is not just a winery, it is not just a brand. Franz Haas is a man, a family who has been producing wine for seven generations, and for seven generations has put into its wines the same philosophy of life: the constant and endless pursuit of perfection. Each Franz Haas with his own touch and style.
According to Franz Haas, science and calculations are indeed necessary to obtain superb wines, but it is love, passion, and determination that are essential to give them character and complexity.
It takes art, the one you have in your blood, a loving creative genius, like the one of Franz Haas VII, who today leads the winery with his team. Read more
| Name | Franz Haas Moscato Giallo 2024 |
|---|---|
| Type | White still aromatic |
| Denomination | Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Moscato Giallo |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Trentino Alto Adige |
| Vendor | Franz Haas |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1880, the Franz Haas winery crafts this Moscato Giallo by combining scientific precision with expert artisanal skill. The dedication of entire generations is reflected in every glass, visually enhanced by the iconic artist’s label by Riccardo Schweizer. Awarded 91 points by James Suckling, this wine encapsulates the authentic soul of the Dolomites, offering connoisseurs a refined and unparalleled aromatic complexity. |
| Origin | Municipality of Montagna and Mazzon hill, Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy |
| Soil composition | Mixture of sand and clay; in Montagna medium-textured soil predominantly sandy with small amounts of clay; in Mazzon heavier soil with a good clay content. |
| Cultivation system | Guyot |
| Yield per hectare | 60 hl/ha |
| Production technique | Very short maceration, temperature-controlled fermentation and ageing for approximately 5 months on the lees in steel tanks |
| Wine making | After a very brief maceration to encourage aromatic extraction, the crushed grapes (destemmed) are pressed. The must is then fermented at a controlled temperature. Before bottling, the wine spends about 5 months on the lees in stainless steel tanks. |
| Aging | Before being bottled, the wine spends about 5 months on the lees in stainless steel tanks. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |