Vineyards Of The Dolomites Igt Sofi 2020 - Franz Haas

Description

The Schiava "Sofi" by Franz Haas is a fragrant version of one of the most representative wines of Alto Adige , it is produced with 100% Schiava grapes , the native vine cultivated for centuries in the region and before the white revolution, it was the most widespread in absolute. It is made by one of the most famous vignerons in South Tyrol, Franz Haas precisely, whose family has been cultivating vineyards in the mountain area for 7 generations .

This "Sofi" is a label from the wine collection that Franz wanted to dedicate to his daughter, a new interpretation of the classic vines, in a young guise . It expresses aromas of wild strawberries, ripe cherries, red currants, raspberries and fresh almonds, while on the palate it is light and flowing , with a very subtle tannic texture and a juicy and crunchy fruit, which satisfies the taste .

Why you should drink it

This is one of those wines that enclose the producer's message , a fresh and direct wine that enhances a historic grape variety closely linked to the area in which Franz Haas works.

A wine that you have to drink to rediscover a pillar of South Tyrolean wine culture.

When to uncork it

It is an atypical red , fresh and subtle, which goes very well with local cured meats or first courses with tomatoes , poultry and white meat- based main courses.

How to drink it

A wine ready to be tasted now , serve it at a temperature of 16-18°C .

Vinification and Aging

At the end of the harvest, the bunches are destemmed and sent for fermentation in stainless steel vats at a controlled temperature. Before bottling, the wine ages for five months in steel tanks.

Territory

The estate covers a total of over 50 hectares , divided into many parcels located in the most suitable positions in the area where the grapes are grown with the traditional Trentino pergola system .

Soil

Soils of morainic origin very rich in gravel .