Erbhof Unterganzner Composition Reif 2000
- Region
- Italy » Vino
- Type
- red still, dry
- Producer
- Vintage
- 2000
- Grapes
- Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Merlot, Tannat, Lagrein
- Alcohol
- 14
- Volume
- 750 mL
- Cellar
- not available
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An imporant wine from selected Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Lagrein, Tannat, Petit Verdot and Merlot grapes from late harvest, fermented separately with great care and finally blended.
- Grape varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Merlot, Tannat, Lagrein
- Type of soil: alluvial and moreinic of porphyritic origin
- Training system: pergola and guyot-trained
- Cropping density: 6.000 - 10.000 vines/ha
- Average age of vines: 20 years
- Viticultural interventions to enhance grape quality: grape thinning in July; a part of the grapes of Cabernet are dried directly on the rootstock
- Harvesttime: staggered, from the beginning of October to the middle of November
- Wine making procedures: grapes are de-stemmed and crushed; alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature; maceration both on Cabernet and Petit Verdot skins for 10 days and on Lagrein skins for 7 days
- Ageing: malolactic fermentation; total maturation period in mainly new French oak barrels for 18 months; assemblage just before bottling
Ratings
Tasted this blind and was absolutely stunned! Honestly, I thought it was no more than 10 years old - turns out it's already 25!
The nose is gorgeous - rich confiture, spices, a bit of pepper. The oak is beautifully integrated, and the way this wine has evolved with age is simply impressive. Medium acidity, juicy and well-shaped tannins, and overall it's just incredibly drinkable - you want to take big, generous sips. Yet it remains complex and stylish. The finish brings earthy notes, wood, dried red berries, spices, and a touch of chocolate. Very long, with an almost perfect balance.