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The real grape of our region,
from which we obtain many varied, unmistakeable
wines. Especially the white-skinned varieties which are
the true protagonists of the Valle dei Laghi.
And Nosiola is principal among these. Grapes for still
wines, and also for the exclusive Vino Santo, a precious
jewel of Trentino and in particular of our valley. This is
an autoctonous variety that grows side by side with the
more famous Chardonnay, Riesling, and Sauvignon, not to
mention Pinot Grigio and the aromatic Muller-Thurgau.
These are grapes that reflect the true character of their
varietals. And for each of
these we make a wine that exalts the gifts of each
varietal.
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SAN THOMA'
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An elegant Muller Thurgeau of light straw color, San Thomà presents integrated notes of tropical fruit and freshly-cut hay. Its flavor is strong and clear, and it is easy-to-drink, a quaffer, meant to be drunk young. It is ideal paired with seafood dishes but is also ideal for a friendly toast at the beginning of a meal.
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Grape Varietal: Müller Thurgau
Vineyard location: San Thomà zone near Castel Madruzzo at 500 meters above sea level with a southwest exposure
Soil type: Dolomia, calcium and magnesium carbonate
Vine Training system: Cordon
Yield: 60 hl/hectare
Winemaking techniques: Normal fermentation, no wood aging
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LE FRATE
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The pride of our winery, this is a white wine from grapes that grow exclusively on the steep slopes that rise above the lakes of Toblino and Cavedine on characteristic terraces, called by the name “frate”. This white is light and clear but with a voluptuous pairing of aromas and flavors among which are hazelnut, wild apples, white flowers. Simply pleasing in its flavor, easy to drink with vegetarian or international cuisine, seafood dishes, or fish from our mountain lakes.
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Grape Varietal: Nosiola
Vineyard location: Le Frate zone of Lasino at 400 meters above sea level with southwest exposure
Soil type: Calcareous marl
Vine Training system: Simple trentino pergola
Yield: 55 hl/hectare
Winemaking techniques: Normal fermentation, no wood aging
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POLIN
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Cold maceration yields a copper hue and exalts the regality in this trentino Pinot Grigio. On the nose Polin is rich in notes of peaches and pears, with subtle mineral hints; these sensations seamlessly carry over to the palate, with seductive impact and fresh acidity yielding to ginger and cider at mid-palate; the finish is clean, with a refreshing, cleansing hint of bitterness in back, making this wine go down too easily. Nevertheless, Polin also is quite versatile with food, from antipasti to mediumly-structured dishes to white meat-based main courses.
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Grape Varietal: Pinot Grigio
Vineyard location: Polin zone at Calavino at 400 meters above sea level with southwest exposure
Soil type: Calcareous marl
Vine Training system: Guyot
Yield: 50 hl/hectare
Winemaking techniques: Cold maceration for one night in stainless steel, no wood aging
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L'ORA
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The name L’Ora is dedicated to the Aura Aurea, the “golden breeze” blowing from lake Garda. This white wine, invitingly golden itself, is the product of deeply rooted Trentino enological traditions. Autoctonous Nosiola grapes are dried on grates before vinification, then the wine is aged in small Acacia wood barrels. This process yields rich, honeyed hues and a full aromatic patrimony including fresh, wild hazelnuts and budding white grapevine flowers. On the palate it is dense and smooth yet balanced against a firm acidity and lively mineral quality.
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Grape Varietal: Nosiola
Vineyard location: Calavino Hills at 400 meters above sea level with southwest exposure
Soil type: Calcareous marl
Vine Training system: Simple trentino pergola
Yield: 30 hl/hectare
Winemaking techniques: After short drying on grates, the wine is aged in small Acacia-wood barrels
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STRAVINO DI STRAVINO
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The name of this unforgettable white wine connects in part to the name Stravino, one of the typical villages of our mountain valley; more importantly, however, is the word play involved – Stravino means that the wine is something so special that it is “beyond wine, [“-stra means “beyond” in Italian]. Stravino is made from a blend of Riesling, Incrocio Manzoni, Kerner, Chardonnay and Sauvignon grapes, each varietal harvested in its own time and manner: some of the grapes are late-harvested, others are barrel-aged, and yet others are stainless-steel aged. In sum, each varietal is vinified to exalt and define its respective qualities before being carefully blended into a full, velvety wine exhibiting an intense, complex suite of aromas. Stravino is opulent in every organoleptic property yet amazingly balanced for pure drinkability.
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Grape Varietal: Chardonnay, Riesling Renano, Sauvignon, Kerner and Incrocio Manzoni
Vineyard location: Stravino village at 550 meters above sea level with southwest exposure
Soil type: Medium dense
Vine Training system: Cordon and guyot
Yield: 30 hl/hectare
Winemaking techniques: Some of the grapes are late harvested, the rest are dried on grates, then they are separately vinified in wood or stainless steel
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