Villa Corniole
Villa Corniole, Kroz Bianco, Dolomiti IGT, 2019
Straw yellow color. The nose is fine and intense, complex, with hints of fruit tropical and citrus fruits that integrate with spicy notes. Sapid, mineral, with pleasant acidity, typical characteristics of mountain wines. Dry and persistent. Light vanilla note and a good structure. Ideal for various first courses, fish in general and white meats. Medium-aged cheeses. Micro crafted wine: Only 300 cases produced. Only sold by CeleriersCellar.com in the US!
Integrated vineyard management: an agricultural approach aimed at protecting vines from diseases, pests, and weather conditions in a sustainable and targeted manner. This method combines various strategies, such as using resistant plants, biological control, rational use of plant protection products, and conscientious management of soil and the surrounding environment. Biological control: Natural predators of vineyard pests, such as predatory insects or bacteria that act against harmful fungi, are favored. Monitoring: Constant monitoring of vine conditions is carried out to intervene promptly in case of problems, reducing the need for massive treatments. Targeted chemical control: If necessary, plant protection products are used in a targeted manner and in accordance with regulations, avoiding waste and reducing environmental impact. Cultural techniques: Agronomic practices such as correct pruning, irrigation management, and balanced fertilization are adopted to promote vine health. This approach requires a deep understanding of the vineyard ecosystem and careful resource management but leads to quality wine production while reducing environmental impact and dependency on chemical substances.
The grapes are harvested manually at the end of September. The Müller Thurgau and half of the Chardonnay ferment and refine in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature, while the remainder of the Chardonnay is aged in oak.
After a period of growth and maturation influenced by extreme weather events, the ideal meteorological conditions favored a late and high-quality grape harvest. The winter of 2018/19 was unusually warm, followed by a dry March and humid April/May with extreme weather phenomena. Therefore, the 2019 harvest started late but produced white wines with freshness, acidity, and elegant structure, especially from higher altitudes. Some red grape varieties faced challenges, with Lagrein being hit by mild hailstorms that reduced yields by up to 80%. Overall, Trentino experienced a 10-15% decrease in the quantity of harvested grapes compared to the average.