APPIUS 2014

The 5th edition of the APPIUS, vintage 2014, is a further expression of the winery’s exceptional quality. The Cuvée 2014 is unmistakably unique, and yet the principles on which it is founded remain the same: low yields, fully ripe grapes and carefully selected vineyards based on their location and terroir. The APPIUS always reflects the climatic conditions of the vintage and 2014 was a very difficult year due to the extended periods of rainfall. Nevertheless, the cellar master Hans Terzer has shown his high proficiency creating a very lively and fresh Appius, with a complex and diverse bouquet that is full of fruit. On the palate, it is fresh, with pronounced minerality, finesse and elegance.

Characteristics of this wine

At a glance

Product characteristics

Variety

Chardonnay 65%, Pinot Grigio 15%, Pinot Blanc 8% und Sauvignon Blanc 12%

Site

Selected vines in Eppan

Exposition

Southeast/southwest

Soil

Limestone gravel and moraine

Training System

Guyot

Winemaking

Placed in barriques-tonneaux for fermentation, biological acid reduction and vinification. Assemblage takes place after just under one year, followed by another three years of maturation in steel tanks with fine yeast.

At sight

Bright, clear straw yellow with lemon yellow reflections

To the nose

Complex and intense fragrance, offering the scents of haymaking, yellow peach and persimmon. Secondary aromas reveal resinous notes, hints of mint and thyme, spicy honey and a slight suggestion of the mountains

On the palate

Supple, with a well-balanced complexity counterpointing pronounced fruit flavours and minerality; a long finish.

Storage/Potential

10 years or more

Additional information

Vine Age

25 to 35 years

Harvest

End of September to mid of October

Alcohol Content

14 %

Acidity

5,5 gr/l

Residual Sugar

3 gr/l

Serving Temperature

8-10°

Pairing Recommendations

Appius 2014 is an excellent companion to strongly flavoured fish dishes such as Turbot or Monkfish, a spicy seafood risotto; but also with wild fowl and delicate veal dishes.