CANTINA TERLANO Chardonnay Tradition 2025
CANTINA TERLANO Chardonnay Tradition 2025
WINERY – CANTINA TERLANO
Founded in 1893, the Cantina Terlano winery is now one of the leading wine growers’ cooperatives in South Tyrol, with a current membership of 143 growers working a total area of 190 hectares. That is the equivalent of some 1.5 million bottles of wine a year. We and our members have long had a strong focus on quality. That has attracted praise and recognition on the Italian and international wine markets, and in spite of its relatively small size, Cantina Terlano is now well established in the world of wine.
Organizational structure
Cantina Terlano is a cooperative, with Georg Eyrl as Chairman and Hansjörg Hafner as his deputy. The Board, which was elected for three years at the end of 2020, has the following members: Anton Adami, Norbert Elsler, Ulrike Gratl, Hans-Peter Höller, Stefan Sandrini, Robert Müller, Christoph Patauner, Elmar Pichler, Konrad Rauch, Manfred Runer and Georg Spitaler.
Chardonnay Tradition
Vintage wines made from typical traditional varieties of Alto Adige grapes, with multilayered aromas, structure, complexity and density.
Chardonnay
Rudi Kofler
Vinification
Manual harvest and selection of the grapes; gentle pressing and clarification of the must by natural sedimentation; slow fermentation at a controlled temperature in stainless steel tanks, aging on the lees in steel tanks for 6-7 months.
Vintage 2025
The 2025 vintage was marked by a mild spring that encouraged early flowering and, thanks to warm and dry conditions, particularly rapid development—even in mid- and high-altitude vineyards—resulting in a concentrated harvest period.
A sunny June and a slightly cooler July, with well-distributed rainfall, ensured optimal water supply for the vines. These conditions were essential in producing fresh, well-structured white wines with lively, pleasant acidity.
A period of dry heat at the beginning of August enhanced concentration and aromatic intensity, benefiting the red wines as well.
Harvest began at the end of August, with very positive prospects. More humid conditions in September made the picking slightly more demanding; however, through increased manual work, patience, and precisely timed interventions, grapes of excellent quality were brought into the cellar.
Among the white wines, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay stand out for their freshness, complexity, and aromatic elegance.
Wine description
- Color: Brilliant light straw yellow.
- Smell: The aroma of this Chardonnay releases exotic fruity impressions with nuances of banana, quince, passion fruit, mango and sugar melon plus a hint of lemon balm.
- Taste: A touch of pear gives the Chardonnay a mouthfeel that is very soft and harmonious combined with sweetish exotic fruit components. Its slightly mineral note makes this wine smooth and adds an intriguing contrast.
- Serving temperature: 10 – 12 °C
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