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Penon

450 - 700 M
The spectacularly located district of Penon, with altitudes ranging between 450 and 700 meters, is characterized by cooling nighttime katabatic winds. The slopes face the east. This causes substantial ...
Discover the Pinot Grigio PENÓNER
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Penon-Hofstatt

500 - 650 M
The hamlet of Hofstatt lies above the village of Kurtatsch. Cooling fall winds in the evening provide for great temperature swings between day and night and create an ideal, breezy microclimate. The ...
Discover the Pinot Bianco HOFSTATT
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Graun

800 - 900 M
This picturesque high plateau crowning the dolomite cliffs above Kurtatsch is among the highest winegrowing locations in Alto Adige. Its elevation and the southeast facing vineyards result in some of ...
Discover the Müller Thurgau GRAUN
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Brenntal

220 - 300 M
The Brenntal location north of the village of Kurtatsch belongs among the warmest locations (up to 40°C/104°F) in Alto Adige. The vines on these steep slopes with its intensive sunshine grow ...
Discover the Merlot Riserva BRENNTAL
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Penon-Kofl

450 - 600 M
Kofl, in the Alpine area of German-speakers, means "mountain knoll". The proximity of these steep slopes to the westerly mountain range guarantees an early sunset. The evening fall winds provide for ...
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Mazon

350 - 450 M
The Mazon location is one of the best-known Pinot noir locations in Italy and occupies a plateau across the valley from Kurtatsch. Here, our demanding Pinot noir vines grow on sandy, loamy ...
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Glen

450 - 650 M
Not far from the Mazon vineyards is our second Pinot noir location, somewhat higher in altitude. While the soil characteristics of the two locations are similar, the location of Glen has somewhat ...
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Freienfeld

Alto Adige Chardonnay Riserva DOC 2022

About this wine

Chardonnay Freienfeld is a blend of the best Chardonnay vineyards around the village center of Kurtatsch. Originality and cultivation in harmony with nature are the guidelines in the vineyard.

This Chardonnay is characterized by stylish opulence with lots of exotic fruit and delicate, choice roast aromas. The complex bouquet is reminiscent of ripe citrus fruits, coconut with a hint of vanilla. Extract and acidity form an appealing balance. Round on the palate, with velvety fruit and pleasantly integrated tannins. A multifaceted, elegant Chardonnay with great ageing potential.
Chardonnay FREIENFELD: the charming one.

Data sheet

Characteristics

Variety Chardonnay
Vinification

Fermentation in barriques followed by ageing (incl. batonnage) for 12 months without malolactic fermentation. Ageing on the fine lees for 6 months in large oak barrels, min. 6 months of bottle ageing

Alcohol 14,0 % by vol.
Total acidity 6,2 g/l
Residual sugar 2,0 g/l
Yield per hectare 40 hl
Optimum maturity 4-12 years
Method of cultivation sustainable
Bottle sizes 0,75 l & 1,5 l

Terroir

  • area
    300-500 m a.sl., south - east, slope
  • climate
    Great day/night temperature difference
  • soil
    Sandy and gravelly soil rich in dolomite

Awards

  • 2021
    • James Suckling
      94/100 points
  • 2020
    • Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
      94/100 points
    • Wein Plus
      90/100 points
    • Veronelli
      Tre Stelle Oro
    • Gault & Millau
      honoured - outstanding in its category
    • Falstaff
      91/100 points
    • Bibenda
      5 grappoli
    • The Wine Hunter Award
      Platinum Award
    • Doctor Wine
      95/100 points - "Faccino"
    • James Suckling
      94/100 points
    • Decanter World Wine Awards
      95/100 points - "gold"
  • 2019
    • Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
      93/100 points
    • I Vini di Veronelli
      3 stars - 93 points
    • Vinum
      91/100 points
    • Falstaff
      91/100 points
    • Bibenda
      5 grappoli
    • Gault & Millau
      "International top" & outstanding in its category
    • James Suckling
      93/100 points
  • 2018
    • The Wine Journal - Eros Teboni
      94+ points
    • Bibenda
      5 grappoli
    • Jancisrobinson.com
      17,0 points
    • Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
      94/100 points
    • Doctor Wine
      95/100 points - "Faccino"
    • Falstaff
      91/100 points
    • James Suckling
      94/100 points
  • 2017
    • Gault & Millau
      Excellent - outstanding in its category
    • Decanter World Wine Awards
      97/100 points - "Platinum"
    • Falstaff
      93/100 points
    • James Suckling
      94/100 points
    • Doctor Wine
      95/100 points - "Faccino"
    • Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
      93/100 points
  • 2016
    • James Suckling
      93/100 points
    • Decanter World Wine Awards
      91/100 points
    • Falstaff
      92/100 points
    • Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
      92/100 points
Awards

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