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The evening downdrafts of the Mendola Massif give the entire terroir of the St. Michael-Eppan winery their character: they ensure the cool nights that give the grapes their extraordinary properties, shaping the fragrance, the unmistakable freshness and longevity of the wines. The downdraft (= “FALLWIND”) is the natural element that blows over the vineyards every day, exerting a positive influence on the climate and supporting the valuable work of the winegrowers.
FALLWIND. The power of nature.

Alto Adige DOC

Gewürztraminer
Fallwind

2023

With distinctive characteristics, the Gewürztraminer Fallwind presents itself with an intense bouquet and with fresh, inviting drinkability. The wine is extraordinarily mineral and convinces with notes of ripe, exotic fruits, cinnamon and cloves.

at sight

golden straw yellow

to the nose

intense aromas of roses, exotic fruits and oriental spices

on the palate

complex, elegant, intense

Variety

Gewürztraminer

Area of cultivation

Sites: Various vineyards along the Wine Route from Appiano to Termeno (420-550m)
Exposure: South, southeast
Soil: calcareous gravel soils with a light clay content
Training System: Guyot

Vine Age

15 to 30 years

Harvest

early october; harvest and selection of grapes by hand.

Vinification

Fermentation and ageing on the lees in steel tanks until the end of February.

Yield

55 hl/ha

ANALYTICAL DATA

Alcohol Content: 14.5 %
Residual Sugar: 5.7 gr/lt
Acidity: 4.55 gr/lt

Serving Temperature

8-10°C

Storage/Potential

4 to 5 years

Pairing Recommendations

Excellent with spicy dishes, Asian cuisine and strong cheeses as well as with spicy herbs, kitchen herbs but also with risotto made with saffron or with seafood.

Fallwind. the power of nature.

The “FALLWIND” wines are ambassadors of our terroir and reflect the remarkable strengths of our growing area in a unique way.
Strict quality guidelines, low yields, intense manual work in the vineyards as well as a meticulous and individual vinification in the cellar make them what they are: characterful, precise and unique wines that convince every connoisseur with their varietal characteristics.

The labels of the “FALLWIND” wines have a strong symbolism that is directly related to the growing area. In the centre is an old etching showing a view of the Macaion, part of the Mendola Massif. Above, the merged star and the waning crescent moon from the coat of arms of the municipality of Appiano, symbols dating from the early Middle Ages and lending the image graphic power and expressiveness.