San Michele Appiano: South Tyrol DOC “Appius”

South Tyrol DOC “Appius” - San Michele Appiano

€ 149,00 per 750ml 4.9 / 5

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Denomination: Alto Adige DOC
Year: 2018
Allergens: Solfiti superiori a 10 mg/L

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South Tyrol DOC “Appius” - San Michele Appiano

The Appius Alto Adige DOC represents one of the best oenological representations of the St. Michael Eppan Kellerei winery and impresses with its harmony of intense aromas, minerality, lively freshness, and aromatic persistence.

Grapes: Chardonnay 55%, Pinot Grigio 20%, Pinot Bianco 15%, Sauvignon Blanc 10%
Vineyards: selected grape varieties in Appiano with southeast/southwest exposure.
Soil: calcareous-gravelly and morainic
Training method: guyot
Harvest: mid-September to mid-October
Winemaking: alcoholic fermentation and partial malolactic fermentation, aging in barrique / tonneaux. Blending after almost a year and further aging on the lees for three years in stainless steel tanks.

Residual sugar: 3 g/l
Acidity: 5.50 g/l
Alcohol percentage: 14% vol

St. Michael Eppan Kellerei, Trentino Alto Adige

The Kellerei St. Michael Eppan - Cantina Produttori San Michele Appiano is now considered one of the most important names in South Tyrol, a true guarantee for enthusiasts of South Tyrolean wines and beyond, thanks to its strong ability to make the most of the character of its territory... [Go to the San Michele Appiano profile]

South Tyrol DOC “Appius” - San Michele Appiano: use in the kitchen

The Appius from the St. Michael Eppan Kellerei winery is excellent for pairing with fish dishes in all their variations, and it combines perfectly with Asian cuisine as well. It also pairs wonderfully with flavorful dishes featuring white meat and game.

Tasting notes

Color: bright straw yellow with brilliant greenish reflections.
Taste: Intense and rich: primarily tropical fruits: pineapple, mango, kiwi, and banana. In the secondary range: white-fleshed fruits such as apple, pear, melon, apricot, and peach. Slight citrus tones. Subtle toasted and tobacco fragrances.
Flavor: compact and chewable flavor combined with a fresh and lively drinkability. Balanced and round palate with balsamic notes of mint and alpine resins. Long and intense finish.
Serving temperature: 8 - 10° C.

How to store South Tyrol DOC “Appius” - San Michele Appiano At its best

High aging potential bottle between 10 and 25 years, it should be treated with the respect with which one cares for a child for all that time! Definitely no temperature fluctuations, maybe a constant not high temperature and avoiding direct light.