Deion: Straw yellow color, bouquet of yellow fruits, almond notes, intense aromas, balanced structure, powerful, long finish with light vanilla notes.
As a typical Chardonnay, this Chardonnay impresses with its intense bouquet and strong structure. A versatile wine with great storage potential. Grape varierty:
Chardonnay - South Tyrol DOC. Production area: Vigna Villa Karneid: The terroir wines in this line come selected individual sites on the slopes of Salurn, in the southernmost part of South Tyrol. The growing area is one of the oldest and most traditional growing areas in South Tyrol. Alluvial soils, cones of rubble made of rock containing dolomite. Vinification: Hand picking, gentle pressing, alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel, aging for 6 months in new tonneau barrels. Food pairing: Starters, hearty fish dishes, white meat, pork. Serving temperature: 10 - 12°C. Ageing potential: min. 8 years. Bottle to: 750 ml - 75 cl - 0,75 lt. Allergens: wine can contain suphites. Producer: Castelfeder Winery The Castelfeder Estate Winery was founded in Egna more than 50 years ago by Alfons Giovanett, but since that time, hardly anything has remained the same. ߥThe product line has been expanded, production has increased, the processes in the winery have been modernized, and the market has become more international,” says Günther Giovanett, who took over the estate his father Alfons and runs it with his children Ivan and Ines. Today, the Castelfeder Estate Winery encompasses 65 hectares, on which 70 percent is planted with white wine varieties.ߥThe focus is on Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Grigio, and Sauvignon Blanc,” Giovanett explains. With the red wines, the concentration is on Pinot Noir.
yr. 2012 Vinum Wine Magazine:
14 of 20 Points.
"Vinum Wine Magazine" has rated the wine "Castelfeder Villa Karneid Chardonnay Alto Adige" from the vintage 2012 on 01.02.2014 with 14 of 20 points.
The Castelfeder Winery is a renowned producer of quality wines the Italian region of South Tyrol. The winery was founded in 1969 by Alfons Giovanett, who at that time already had many years of experience in wine production. Today, the family business is managed by Günther Giovanett, the son of the founder. The winery is located near Neumarkt in South Tyrol and covers a total of 50 hectares of vineyards. The vineyards are situated at altitudes between 200 and 700 metres above sea level and are planted on different soil types, which gives the wines a unique diversity. The grape varieties grown on the estate are mainly autochthonous varieties such as Lagrein, Vernatsch, Gewürztraminer and Pinot Noir. Castelfeder attaches great importance to the gentle and sustainable cultivation of the vineyards in order to ensure the high quality of the grapes. In the cellar, too, attention is paid to gentle processing methods in order to preserve the natural aromas and flavours of the grapes in the best possible way. The wines of Castelfeder are characterised by their elegance, finesse and complexity and are internationally appreciated for their high quality. Castelfeder is particularly well known for its Lagrein wines, which are made the autochthonous grape variety Lagrein. These wines are characteristic for their powerful structure and their spicy aromas of berry fruits and chocolate. But also the other wines of the winery, such as the fresh Vernatsch or the full-bodied Pinot Noir, convince with their fine balance and distinct personality. All in all, Castelfeder is a winery with a long tradition and a deep understanding of wine production in South Tyrol. The wines of the winery are of high quality and reflect the unique landscape and culture of the region.
