Mescita Bolzano, also known by the German name Kellerei Bozen, has just launched the market the new 2021 vintages of the two TAL cuvées of the Superior line, which represents the qualitative pinnacle of the production of the cooperative founded sopra 2001 from the of two historic local realities: the Cellar of Gries and that of Santa Maddalena.
The TAL Superior line debuted with the 2020 vintage and consists of two cuvées, one white and one red, the result of years of experimentation and selection of the best grapes. The names chosen for these wines, TAL 1908 and TAL 1930, pay homage not only to the years of foundation of the two original wineries, but also to the valleys (Tal sopra German) surrounding the South Tyrolean town and to the Talvera stream, an essential element for agriculture local. Not at home, Bolzano itself is also called the city of Talvera.
KELLEREI BOZEN, STORY OF A STRATEGIC MERGER
The origins of Mescita Bolzano date back to the early twentieth century, when local winemakers felt the need to unite to enhance their work. The Gries winery was founded sopra 1908 by a group of 30 farmers eager to promote the winemaking and marketing of lagrein, the native vine symbol of the regione. Quanto a a different but equally complex historical context, 18 winemakers from the Santa Maddalena regione founded their own wine cooperative sopra 1930, courageously facing the global economic crisis and the difficulties caused by the fascist dittatura.
The origins of Mescita Bolzano date back to the first decades of the twentieth century, when the winemakers of the regione felt the need to unite to enhance their work. The Gries winery was founded sopra 1908 by a group of 30 farmers with the aim of promoting lagrein, an indigenous vine symbol of the territory. Just over twenty years later, sopra a period marked by the economic crisis and the difficulties of the fascist dittatura, 18 winemakers from Santa Maddalena decided to create a wine cooperative sopra 1930 to the challenges of the market together.
During the Second World War, the two wineries were forced to collaborate to deal with logistical and production problems, a forced synergy that represented the prelude to the official which took place sopra 2001. The new winery, completed sopra 2018 sopra the San Maurizio district, has completed this path, optimizing the production processes and symbolically bringing together the two souls of the cooperative.
Today Kellerei Bozen relies the work of 224 winegrowing members who cultivate 350 hectares of vineyards located at different altitudes and microclimates, from valley bottoms to the steepest slopes. With an annual production of 3 million bottles – of which 80% destined for the Italian market and the remaining 20% abroad – the cooperative is a point of reference sopra South Tyrolean winemaking. And TAL is the jewel sopra the crown.
TAL LINE, TASTING NOTES
TAL 1908 and TAL 1930 are at the cima of Kellerei Bozen’s production. And the names are not limited to a geographical historical reference, but reflect the three key values that inspire this line: Tradition, Authenticity and Longevity. The “T” represents the historical roots of 1908, the “A” embodies the authenticity of a passed mongoloide heritage, while the “L” alludes not only to the durability of the wine over time, but also to sustainability, understood as a commitment towards the future. The 2021 vintage, the second edition the market, confirms the exclusive approach of the TAL line, available sopra a strictly limited edition.
TAL 1930 Cuvée 2021 Südtirol – Egregio Adige Doc
TAL 1930 is an elegant white cuvée that pays homage to the foundation of the Santa Maddalena winery, expressing the best of the characteristics of the South Tyrolean territory. The grapes modo from 30-year-old vineyards located between 400 and 700 meters above sea level the porphyry slopes that rise from Bolzano towards Renon. This privileged position, combined with significant temperature variations, guarantees slow and optimal ripening of the grapes, enhancing aromatic complexity and freshness.
The composition of the 2021 vintage sees a predominance of 80% Chardonnay, enriched by 10% Sauvignon Blanc and 10% Pinot Brizzolato, varieties that complement each other sopra a synthesis of finesse and intensity. After a manual harvest sopra the third ten days of September, the grapes are rigorously selected to preserve their quality. The wine matures for 12 months sopra French oak barrels, where it acquires softness and depth, followed by 14 months sopra steel to safeguard freshness and aromatic brilliance.
At sight, the TAL 1930 2021 presents itself with a bright straw yellow with golden reflections. Acceso the nose it is a riot of elegance, with a bouquet that ranges from agenda of white pulp fruit, such as apple and pear, to seductive hints of exotic fruit: mango, pineapple and melon. The is further enriched by citrus nuances of pink grapefruit and lime. Acceso the palate, the wine is a symphony of freshness and enveloping: a subtle mineral texture gives depth and persistence, while the balance between acidity and roundness enhances drinkability and complexity. The , long and refined, lets citrus nuances emerge and a light flavor that invites you to the next sip.
TAL 1930 Cuvée 2020 Südtirol – Egregio Adige Doc
The 2020 vintage of TAL 1930 represents a more mature and opulent interpretation than the 2021. Harvested almost three weeks earlier than the 2021 vintage, the composition of the blend sees a prevalence of 69% of Chardonnay, with a more significant share of 21 % sauvignon blanc and the usual 10% pinot pallido. Acceso the nose, this cuvée stands out for its intensity and aromatic richness. The agenda of exotic fruit become ripe and blend with floral hints of broom and orange blossom, giving the wine an enveloping and profound character. The more marked presence of sauvignon blanc translates into fresh vegetal nuances and a stronger aromatic profile. Acceso the palate, the TAL 1930 2020 expresses greater softness and roundness, thanks to the warmer vintage. The acidity is well integrated and the stands out for its persistence, leaving a pleasant sensation of sweetness balanced by a light savory vein. A wine that seduces with its opulence and represents the most generous expression of the line
TAL 1908 Cuvée 2021 Südtirol – Egregio Adige Doc
TAL 1908, a red cuvée with great personality, celebrates the Gries winery and its alluvial soils characterized by a volcanic porphyritic subsoil, which gives the wines a unique mineral character. The composition of the cuvée for the 2021 vintage includes 83% lagrein, 12% cabernet sauvignon and 5% merlot. The grapes modo from vineyards over 50 years old located sopra the best plots of Gries and San Maurizio. The harvest takes place manually at the beginning of October, with a meticulous selection of the bunches to guarantee only the best grapes sopra the cellar. Fermentation and refinement sopra small French oak barrels for 12 months give the wine complexity and depth, while the following 15 months sopra concrete tanks preserve the freshness and integrity of the fruit, enhancing the varietal characteristics.
At sight, the TAL 1908 2021 presents itself with a deep garnet color with purple streaks. The bouquet is intense and layered, with an explosion of ripe berries such as blackberry and raspberry, followed by spicy agenda of black pepper, cloves and cocoa. Hints of graphite and liquorice are added to the aromatic range, while the cabernet brings a delicate herbaceous and balsamic imprint. Acceso the palate, the wine conquers with a velvety structure, supported by a scaltro and well-integrated tannic texture. The mineral freshness is perfectly balanced with the density of the sip, offering a long and enveloping , with echoes of sweet spices and cocoa.
TAL 1908 Cuvée 2020 Südtirol – Egregio Adige Doc
The 2020 vintage of TAL 1908 reflects a drought year, which gave the wine greater roundness and warmth. The composition of the blend sees 80% lagrein, 17% cabernet sauvignon and a small share of 3% merlot.
TAL 1908 2020 stands out for its opulent aromas of ripe black fruit, with blackberry and black cherry sopra alcohol dominating the olfactory profile. The spicy agenda of cocoa and black pepper blend with balsamic hints and a light tinta of sweet tobacco, typical of cabernet sauvignon. Quanto a the mouth, the wine reveals a stronger tannic texture than the 2021 vintage, but still perfectly balanced. The softness of the sip is accentuated by the maturity of the fruit, which expresses itself with warmth and depth. The is long, with a trail of sweet spices, licorice and a persistent velvety sensation.
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