Nals Margreid Galea Vernatsch DOC - Private: $40.66/BTL - License: $33.94/BTL

Sold in cases of 12 · Vendu en case de 12 93 Points James Suckling ;Galea Vernatsch is a classic expression of Alto Adige’s historic red varietal, rooted in the long-standing wine culture of South Tyrol and shaped by the region’s distinctive Alpine terroir. The fruit is sourced from hillside vineyards around Santa Maddalena, just outside Bolzano, where south to south-east facing slopes at elevations of approximately 250–350 metres benefit from optimal sun exposure and cooling mountain influence. The vines, often 50–80 years old, are planted on well-drained porphyry and gravel soils, contributing to the wine’s mineral precision and aromatic clarity. Vinification is carried out with a deliberately gentle approach: hand-harvested fruit is destemmed and fermented in stainless steel with soft extraction, followed by malolactic fermentation and ageing for approximately seven months in large neutral oak casks. Galea Vernatsch chilled becomes even more refreshing and precise, enhancing its versatility across a broader range of dishes—including seafood and lighter fare. Information Année / Year 2024 Appellation Alto Adige /Südtirol Vernatsch DOC Grape Variety 100% Vernatsch Case 12 Format 750 mL Region Santa Maddalena (Bolzano), Alto Adige Sudtirol, IT Alcohol % 12.5% Colour Pale ruby red. Bouquet Fresh red cherry, wild strawberry, cranberry, floral notes, almond nuance. Flavour Light-bodied, crisp acidity, very soft tannins, clean savoury edge. Pairings Salmon, dark fish, grilled chicken, lighter pastas, pasta genovese. Serving Temp 17C