Cantina Tramin
Stoan Bianco 2023
| Denomination | DOC Alto Adige Bianco |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Trentino Alto Adige (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 65% Chardonnay, 20% Sauvignon, 10% Pinot Bianco, 5% Traminer Aromatico |
| Aging | Matured in large wooden barrels (30–40 hl) in contact with the lees until the end of August; after bottling, it rests in the bottle for at least 3 months, for a total minimum ageing period of 14 months. |
- Cuvée and vintage: Stoan Bianco Alto Adige DOC 2023, 0.75 l, 14% vol
- Blend: 65% Chardonnay, 20% Sauvignon, 10% Pinot Bianco, 5% Aromatic Traminer
- Vinification: hand-picked, slow fermentation at 18–20°C in large wooden barrels
- Aromatic profile: peach, pineapple and citrus fruits; white flowers, jasmine and spicy notes
- Taste and awards: balanced, mineral and creamy; 93 points James Suckling, 91 points Robert Parker
Description
What kind of wine it is
Stoan by Cantina Tramin is a refined white wine from Alto Adige, the result of a harmonious blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon, Pinot Bianco and Gewürztraminer grapes. It appears a bright golden yellow in the glass. The aromatic profile is intense and complex, with notes of peach, pear and pineapple merging with hints of white flowers, spicy nuances and touches of tomato leaf. On the palate, it is fresh and balanced, supported by a delicate minerality and a pleasant savouriness, with a persistent finish and a slightly creamy texture.
Where it comes from
The grapes come from the steep hillside vineyards located in Sella, a hamlet of Termeno. The vineyards are situated between four hundred and six hundred metres above sea level in Alto Adige, with an optimal south-east exposure. The name Stoan, which means stone in the local dialect, refers to the nature of the calcareous and clay soils rich in gravel where the vines grow. The area's microclimate is characterised by a significant temperature range, with warm days tempered by Mediterranean influences and cool nights refreshed by Alpine winds, ideal conditions for preserving freshness and aromatic elegance.
How it is produced
Production begins with a careful manual harvest to maintain the integrity of the bunches. After immediate pressing, the must ferments slowly at a controlled temperature in large wooden barrels, where malolactic fermentation also takes place. Racking is carried out gradually by natural sedimentation. The wine then undergoes a long ageing on the lees in the same barrels until the end of summer, then continues to mature to complete its evolution and acquire a rich and complex structure.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1898 to protect mountain winegrowers, Cantina Tramin embodies the oenological essence of Termeno. The name of this refined white cuvée comes from “Stoan”, a dialect term that celebrates the richness of the limestone soils, which impart a vibrant minerality to the palate. This centuries-old local vocation gives rise to absolute excellence, as evidenced by the prestigious international awards bestowed upon the 2023 vintage by leading critics such as James Suckling and Robert Parker.
Awards
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2023
93/100
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.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
12 - 14 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1898
- Oenologist: Willi Stürz
- Bottles produced: 1.900.000
- Hectares: 270
Today, we are 160 families tending approximately 270 hectares of vineyards. We pride ourselves on the fact that each bottle is the quintessence of our philosophy of life and work: accuracy, commitment, trust and creativity. Read more
| Name | Tramin Stoan Bianco 2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | White still |
| Denomination | Alto Adige DOC |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 65% Chardonnay, 20% Sauvignon, 10% Pinot Bianco, 5% Traminer Aromatico |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Trentino Alto Adige |
| Vendor | Cantina Tramin |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1898 to protect mountain winegrowers, Cantina Tramin embodies the oenological essence of Termeno. The name of this refined white cuvée comes from "Stoan", a dialect term that celebrates the richness of the limestone soils, which impart a vibrant minerality to the palate. This centuries-old local vocation gives rise to absolute excellence, as evidenced by the prestigious international awards bestowed upon the 2023 vintage by leading critics such as James Suckling and Robert Parker. |
| Origin | Sella in Termeno (Tramin), South Tyrol (Trentino-Alto Adige), Italy |
| Climate | Strong temperature variation: hot days influenced by the Mediterranean climate and cold nights with cool mountain winds |
| Soil composition | Gravel, limestone rocks and clay, mineral |
| Yield per hectare | 50 hl/ha |
| Harvest | End of September |
| Fermentation temperature | 18–20 °C |
| Production technique | Manual harvesting; immediate pressing; slow fermentation at controlled temperature in large wooden barrels; malolactic fermentation; racking and transfer by natural sedimentation; ageing on the lees |
| Wine making | Hand-picked grapes placed in small containers; immediate pressing; slow fermentation at controlled temperature (18–20 °C) in large wooden barrels (30–40 hl) with malolactic fermentation; racking and transferring of the must by natural sedimentation. |
| Aging | Matured in large wooden barrels (30–40 hl) in contact with the lees until the end of August; after bottling, it rests in the bottle for at least 3 months, for a total minimum ageing period of 14 months. |
| Total acidity | 5.9 gr/L |
| Residual sugar | 2.9 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |