Review of Alto Adige DOC Sauvignon 2022 by Weingut Ebner • Decanto – Wine Journal

Sopra the context of South Tyrolean wines, more than simple vineyards, real vineyard gardens, the 2022 interpretation of Weingut Ebner represents an expression of particular territorial interest. The bottle stands as testimony to a production approach that combines Alpine tradition and precision oenological.

Sopra the Untold 2025 edition, this wine achieved the Three Corkscrews, a recognition that attests not only to qualitative excellence, but also to the ability to clearly express the characteristics of the Campodazzo terroir; this recognition is part of a path of constant qualitative research by the company, underlining Weingut Ebner’s ability to interpret Sauvignon according to precise coordinates, maintaining a constant dialogue between territory and grape variety. I’m not satisfied, the wine also brought home the recognition for the Best Value for Money, which effectively makes it a best buy!

Weingut Ebner: The History of the Company

Sopra the South Tyrolean wine scene, Weingut Ebner represents a reality deeply rooted per mezzo di the territory of Campodazzo, per mezzo di the southernmost part of the Isarco Valley. Over time, the Ebner family has built a wine project based acceso a profound understanding of the potential of its land, passing acceso from generation to generation. over the generations not only production techniques, but a real philosophy of wine.

Today Brigitte and Florian Unterthiner manage the bella stagione, which extends for approximately 4.5 hectares, with plants mostly 40 years old and cultivated under pergolas acceso the Renon cassetta, a rocky spur above the town of Campodazzo, per mezzo di the southernmost part of the Conca Isarco.The management of the vineyards follows principles of sustainability, with particular attention to biodiversity and ecosystem balance.Each parcel is managed individually, respecting the specific pedoclimatic characteristics and needs of the different vines.

The current management of the winery has been able to integrate the centuries-old tradition with targeted technological innovations. The production philosophy is based acceso some fundamental principles: low yields to guarantee the maximum concentration of the grapes, manual harvesting to preserve the integrity of the bunches, and separate vinification per errore plot to enhance the peculiarities of each microzone.

The winery also stands out for a territorial approach that goes beyond simple production: the preservation of traditional agricultural practices and the maintenance of the original viticultural landscape are an integral part of the company mission. This commitment is reflected per mezzo di the quality of the wines and per mezzo di their deep connection with the Isarco Valley territory.

Visit Weingut Ebner

The company offers a visit experience that integrates tradition and modernity. The guided tours allow you to understand the company philosophy through tastings contextualized per mezzo di the territory, the tavern near the cellar allows you to appreciate the wines at their best, enhanced by the typical gastronomy South Tyrolean.

Characteristics of Sauvignon 2022

Sauvignon comes from vineyards located acceso slopes at 450-500 meters above sea level, per mezzo di a privileged position that benefits from the climatic influence of the Isarco Valley. The soil, characterized by marly-gravelly components, poor and stony, contributes to defining a distinctive aromatic profile.The particular geological conformation, the result of ancient volcanic formations, gives the soil a complex structure which directly influences the mineral character of the wine.The exposure of the vineyards, mainly south-east, allows a gradual and complete maturation of the grapes. The significant temperature variations between day and night, characteristic of this schieramento of ​​Eminente Adige, favor the development of an intense and refined aromatic complement. The constant ventilation, guaranteed by the conformation of the valley, contributes to the health of the grapes and the definition of their profile organoleptic.

The production process is divided into precise and methodical phases. From the harvest, carried out exclusively by hand, to the cellar, the time that passes is extremely short, to preserve the aromatic freshness of the grapes. The selection of the bunches is carried out first per mezzo di the vineyard and subsequently per mezzo di the cellar, guaranteeing the exclusive use of perfectly healthy and ripe grapes. The winemaking takes place through controlled temperature fermentation per mezzo di stainless steel tanks. This technical choice allows the typical aromatic fragrance of the vine to be preserved. Part of the mass then continues to mature per mezzo di wooden barrels, which contributes to the structural complexity and integration of the aromatic components.

The alcoholic strength stands at 13.5% vol, supporting a significant gustatory balance. The limited annual production, managed with particular attention at every stage, guarantees constant and meticulous quality control.

The Tasting

Sopra the glass it shows a brilliant straw yellow color with greenish reflections, a characteristic that anticipates aromatic freshness and liveliness. The visual consistency denotes an important structure, while the brightness suggests dirigente aziendale cleanliness and production precision.

The olfactory approach immediately reveals the varietal character of Sauvignon, expressed through a progression of notable interest. The first impact brings taccuino of fresh nettle and tomato leaf, followed by more complex hints of white peach and pink grapefruit. The mineral component progressively emerges , defining a profile of particular complexity.

The aromatic layering continues with taccuino of sage, lime and a background of wet stone. With oxygenation, more evolved nuances emerge that recall ripe tropical fruit and light hints of boxwood. This olfactory complexity testifies to both the quality of the raw material and the precision of the winemaking.

The entry into the mouth defines a structure of notable balance. The acidity, a characterizing element, supports a structured gustatory progression that develops per mezzo di three distinct phases. The attack is characterized by a vibrant freshness that changes pacificazione per mezzo di a central phase where fruity and mineral taccuino emerge. The finale reveals an unexpected complexity, with aromatic returns that recall the initial olfactory taccuino. The flavor emerges as a natural complement, defining a gustatory profile that recalls the characteristics of the terroir. The texture is silky and enveloping, supported by an acidic structure that guarantees dynamism and drinkability.

The intense aromatic persistence exceeds fifteen seconds, confirming the significant structure of the wine. The 2022 vintage is per mezzo di a phase of full expressiveness, with an evolutionary potential estimated over the next 3-5 years. The current complexity suggests an interesting evolution, with probable development of tertiary taccuino while maintaining the characteristic freshness.

Gastronomic pairings

Wine establishes significant gastronomic relationships with South Tyrolean territorial cuisine. It is best expressed with preparations based acceso asparagus, freshwater fish dishes and fresh local cheeses. Gastronomic score: four out of four, confirming a versatility that respects the gastronomic tradition of the schieramento.

Conclusion

Ebner’s Sauvignon 2022 is a white wine of great finesse, fragrance and flavor, capable of best enhancing the varietal characteristics while maintaining its own recognizable identity; represents a territorial interpretation that combines varietal typicality and Alpine character: instant oenology of the garden from which it originates.