Ritterhof
Alto Adige Gewurztraminer 2025
| Denomination | DOC Alto Adige Traminer Aromatico |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Trentino Alto Adige (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Traminer Aromatico |
| Aging | Maturation in stainless steel tanks |
- Wine: Dry white DOC from Alto Adige made from Gewürztraminer grapes 2025
- Aroma: Notes of rose, geranium and cloves
- Taste: Rich and spicy palate, with a dense structure and a honeyed finish
- Vinification: Cold maceration and fermentation in stainless steel at 20°C
- Pairings: Ideal at 13°C with Asian cuisine, shellfish and blue cheeses
Description
What type of wine it is
Ritterhof's Alto Adige Gewürztraminer Denominazione di Origine Controllata is a dry white wine that faithfully expresses its varietal profile. Aged in stainless steel, it displays a brilliant straw-yellow colour with greenish highlights in the glass and develops a clear bouquet of rose, geranium and cloves. On the palate, it proves to be structured, characterised by a dense consistency and a distinct spicy imprint. The sip concludes with a long, soft finish with a honeyed closure, ideal for pairing with spicy Asian dishes, shellfish and blue cheeses.
Where it comes from
This white wine originates between Tramin and Kaltern, areas of Alto Adige historically suited to Gewürztraminer. The vineyards, trained using the Guyot system at altitudes between 250 and 490 metres, favour progressive ripening that preserves freshness and olfactory intensity. The roots run deep into gravel, clay and porphyry soils, giving the wine a distinct varietal adherence. The territory benefits from a unique microclimate, where cold Alpine currents meet mild Mediterranean influences.
How it is produced
Production begins with a manual harvest between September and October. The bunches undergo gentle pressing and cold maceration to extract the floral and spicy profiles. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature. The subsequent maturation in steel, without any time in wood, enhances the natural aromatic clarity of the raw material, delivering a dry, clean and highly distinctive flavour profile.
History and interesting facts
Founded in Caldaro in 1967, the Ritterhof estate produces excellent varietal wines thanks to careful and sustainable agricultural practices. This Alto Adige Gewürztraminer DOC originates between Termeno and Caldaro, in historically suitable terroirs. The grapes are strictly hand-picked and vinified immediately to preserve the absolute purity of the aromas. Celebrated by critics with prestigious awards, such as the Gambero Rosso Tre Bicchieri and the Veronelli Three Stars, this white wine boasts significant ageing potential of up to five years.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
12 - 14 °C
Longevity:
03 - 05 years
- Start up year: 1967
- Oenologist: Hannes Bernard
- Bottles produced: 330.000
- Hectares: 40
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| Name | Ritterhof Alto Adige Gewurztraminer 2025 |
|---|---|
| Type | White still aromatic |
| Denomination | Alto Adige DOC |
| Vintage | 2025 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Traminer Aromatico |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Trentino Alto Adige |
| Vendor | Ritterhof |
| Story | History and interesting facts Founded in Caldaro in 1967, the Ritterhof estate produces excellent varietal wines thanks to careful and sustainable agricultural practices. This Alto Adige Gewürztraminer DOC originates between Termeno and Caldaro, in historically suitable terroirs. The grapes are strictly hand-picked and vinified immediately to preserve the absolute purity of the aromas. Celebrated by critics with prestigious awards, such as the Gambero Rosso Tre Bicchieri and the Veronelli Three Stars, this white wine boasts significant ageing potential of up to five years. |
| Origin | Tramin and Kaltern (South Tyrol) |
| Climate | Alpine and Mediterranean |
| Soil composition | Gravel, clay and porphyry |
| Cultivation system | Guyot |
| Yield per hectare | 70 hl/ha |
| Harvest | From mid-September to mid-October |
| Fermentation temperature | 20 degrees Celsius |
| Production technique | Gentle pressing, short cold maceration and temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel tanks (20°C) |
| Wine making | Gentle crushing followed by a brief cold maceration to preserve floral aromas, then temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel tanks at 20°C. |
| Aging | Maturation in stainless steel tanks |
| Total acidity | 7.2 gr/L |
| Residual sugar | 4.9 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |