Kreuth (2022) - Terlan

Cantina Terlano, founded in 1893, is one of the most forward-looking producer cooperatives in Alto Adige, known for making high-quality wines with a long ageing capacity

The appellation: Alto Adige Terlano DOC

The Alto Adige Terlano DOC is one of the most prestigious appellations in Italy, in the Alto Adige region, in the Terlano area, famous for its long-lived, complex and mineral white wines. Known for the exceptional quality of its wines, this appellation makes the most of a unique terroir and a centuries-old winegrowing tradition, combined with modern and innovative techniques.

What to eat with Kreuth

Who makes it: Terlan

Founded in 1893, Cantina Terlan is one of the most prestigious cooperative wineries of Alto Adige, renowned for making white wines of extraordinary longevity. Set among the mountains and terraced vineyards of the region, the winery combines tradition and innovation, championing the unique volcanic terroir of Terlano. Thanks to meticulous work in the vineyard and in the cellar, Terlan’s wines are marked by freshness, aromatic complexity and remarkable ageing potential.

The vine of Kreuth

Chardonnay

Chardonnay is one of the most widely planted and prestigious white grape varieties in the world, originally from Burgundy, in France. Thanks to its great adaptability to different climates and soils, Chardonnay is grown in many wine regions, expressing unique characteristics according to the terroir and the winemaking style.

Kreuth: the area of Terlano

Climate: Alpine

Altitude: Low to mid altitude (200–500 m above sea level)

Soil: Volcanic

Geographical setting: Montagne

Profile of Kreuth

Primary aromas: Exotic fruit such as passion fruit and star fruit, citrus

Secondary aromas: Mineral notes of flint

Tertiary aromas: Spicy nuances from wood ageing

Tasting notes: On the palate it is engaging, with a supple yet compact structure. The spicy, mineral and juicy notes give the wine a strong terroir character