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Winery Joseph Hofstätter - more wines
Country: Italy
Wine district: Alto Adige
Variety: Pinot Gris
Vineyard / Origin: East- to west-facing hillsides around Tramin-Termeno.
Soil: Light marl, soils which are well-ventilated and warm up quickly in spring.
Winemaking: The grapes are lightly pressed and the must is clarified using natural sedimentation, after which it is fermented at a constant temperature of 20°C.
Description: A classic and very expressive Pinot Grigio, bright straw yellow in colour with an attractive aroma of citrus fruits, peach, honeydew melon and especially pear; medium rich, fruity, well-structured and direct on the palate with orchard fruit flavours and tangy, fruity acidity on the finish.
Food Choices: Dishes based on egg, fish appetisers, vegetable soups.