Garlider Weinberg Dolomiten Blauburgunder 2021

In the heart of the breathtaking Isarco Valley in Alto Adige, just south
of Bressanone, you’ll find the organic family estate of Azienda Agricola
Garlider. Winemaker Christian Kerschbaumer and his wife, Veronika,
not only care for native regional grapes like Grüner Veltliner, Müller-
Thurgau and Sylvaner but also cultivate the only Pinot Nero vines in the
valley. For years Christian’s father, Alois, sold his high-quality crop to
the local cooperative, a common practice for many small growers in this
mountainous region. Yet since 2000, the younger generation has inspired
nothing less than a vinous revolution here, showing the world how
intensely flavored and character-rich Isarco Valley wines can be.

WINERY: Azienda Agricola Garlider
WINEMAKER: Christian Kerschbaumer
ESTABLISHED: 2000
REGION: ITALY • Alto Adige • Velturno (Feldthurns)
APPELLATION: Vigneti delle Dolomiti / Weinberg Dolomiten IGT
BLEND: 100% Blauburgunder (Pinot Nero)
VINEYARDS: Estate vines grow at altitude, between 1,620 and 2,400 feet,
on steep slopes. Soils are stony, rich in quartz and granite, with iron-rich clay.
AGE OF VINES: 45 years, on average
WINEMAKING: Hand-harvested. Destemmed; fermented on indigenous
yeasts in temperature-controlled, stainless steel tanks. Aged in French/
German oak barrels (from two- to 10-years old) for one year; then in tank for
six months. Bottled with light filtration.
TASTING IMPRESSIONS: Aromas of fresh red berry, violets, red plum, light
spice, some forest floor. Bright, airy, juicy; refined, silky tannins.
PAIRING SUGGESTIONS: Air-dried salami; grilled chicken with herbs;
smoked meats