Catina Tramin, Stoan 2014, Alto Adige, Italy
Tasting Note: An enjoyable white blend from the Alto Adige German-speaking part of Italy.
This golden-colored white wine has an aromatic, dried rose-petal nose.
The wine presents as a floral white with a gewürztraminer back.
Aromas continue to the palate as flavors with dried rose petal flavors in the lead.
Bottle Note: Stoan is a blend of chardonnay (70%), sauvignon (20%), pinot bianco (5%), and gewürztraminer (5%) and is sourced from high elevation vineyards near Tramin. The name “Stoan” = stone reflects the minerality of this wine vinified in large oak barrels for weight and texture. Pair with suckling pig, white fish and cheeses.
Price: $36
Alcohol: 13.5%
Importer: The Winebow Group, Inc
Tasted: James Suckling’s Great Wines of Italy 2016 Wine Tasting, New York, New York
Tasting Date: February 23, 2016