Blumenfeld wines originate in the terroir of Gries, formerly known as Keller, "cellar" in German. This town of Bolzano historically suited for viticulture was one of the most appreciated by the Habsburg aristocracy, so much so that the Archduke Henry decided to create the Guntschnapromenade, a panoramic path between the vines and native vegetation. Thanks to its variety of microclimates, this valley is today the land of choice for indigenous wines such as Gewürztraminer , but also for international varieties, such as Pinot Nero , Pinot Bianco and Sauvignon .

Blumenfeld White Wine

Blumenfeld stands out for the production of a wide variety of white wines, first of all Gewürztraminer, a white icon of the South Tyrolean territory, but also Pinot Bianco, Moscato Giallo , Kerner , Sauvignon and Solaris. The Blumenfeld Gewürztraminer comes from the glacial soils of the South Tyrolean slopes, highly suited to the cultivation of these grapes. Another flagship of the Blumenfeld winery that Vino.com offers is the Cuvée Weiss Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT, a blend of Gewürztraminer, Moscato Giallo and Sauvignon grapes grown in the heart of the Strada del Vino, in the Val d'Adige.

What is South Tyrol Blumenfeld characterized by?

Gewürztraminer Südtirol - Alto Adige DOC Blumenfeld comes from pure Gewürztraminer grapes grown on the steep slopes of the municipality of Bolzano. While maintaining the fresh and soft flavor typical of Gewürztraminer, Blumenfeld's Alto Adige DOC stands out for its great consistency and complexity. It begins on the nose with hints of rose, grapefruit and lychee, which are combined with notes of lime, cinnamon and cloves. Vino.com suggests it in combination with spicy dishes typical of Asian cuisine, but also with fresh or medium-aged cheeses.

What are the characteristics of Pinot Noir Blumenfeld?

Unlike Gewürztraminer, Blumenfeld's Pinot Noir originates from grapes grown on vineyards grown on well-ventilated soils. It is a typical red of Alto Adige, made from 100% Pinot Nero grapes, harvested in September and left to ferment in steel at a controlled temperature. The vinification process is completed with a further period of aging in cask. It opens on the nose with a scent of cherry, plum and raspberry which is perfectly combined with hints of licorice and violet. Available in the catalog on Vino.com, this elegant and velvety Pinot Noir lends itself to combinations with meat-based dishes and medium-aged cheeses.

What does Sauvignon Blumenfeld go with?

Sauvignon Blumenfeld lends itself to a great variety of combinations. Due to its fresh and delicate flavor, it is perfect to be enjoyed as an aperitif. Moreover, thanks to its vegetal aromas of tomato leaves, sage and nettle and its hints of acacia, peach and lime, it goes very well with vegetable or fish dishes. Finally, being a white with a good structure and a persistent finish, it also goes well with more complex courses, such as canederli, pumpkin and leek.

From a genetic point of view, DNA analyzes have confirmed pinot noir, pinot blanc and pinot gris are not three different grape varieties, but simply three different clones of the same variety. Pinot is one of the most ancient grapes ever and for this reason it is not surprising the presence of biotypes, which have differentiated over the centuries due to spontaneous mutations. Most likely it is a grape which was domesticated in ancient times in the central eastern area of France and which still today has its cradle of choice in Burgundy.

In Italy, pinot noir is present above all in Trentino Alto Adige and Oltrepò Pavese, although there is no lack of vineyards in Piedmont, especially in Alta Langa for the production of sparkling wine bases and in Friuli Venezia Giulia. It is a very delicate grape, with small, compact clusters and tight berries. It loves cool, breezy exposures with temperatures that are not too high and prefers soils with calcareous components.

The wine has a light ruby red color, almost transparent. The aromatic profile is of extreme finesse, with notes of small berries. The taste is fresh, rich and persistent, with delicate tannins and pleasant freshness. It is a red wine that excels for refined elegance.