Trentino Gewürztraminer (2023) - Conti d’Arco
The name "Conti d'Arco" comes from a noble family that owned the medieval castle overlooking the vines from which the grapes for this wine come.
Trentino Gewürztraminer (2023) - Conti d’Arco
Type: Vino Bianco
Area: Italy, Trentino-Alto Adige, Trentino
Appellation: Trentino DOC
Grape variety: Gewürztraminer
Vintage: 2023
Winery: Conti d’Arco
Alcohol: 13
The appellation: Trentino DOC
Trentino DOC is one of the most important appellations in northern Italy, located in the Trentino-Alto Adige region. This appellation is a benchmark for the production of white, red, rosé and sparkling wines, showcasing a unique area that combines tradition, innovation and a mountain terroir.
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Who makes it: Conti d’Arco
Conti d’Arco is one of the most representative wineries in Trentino, a wine region known for its traditional method sparkling wines and its elegant, refined wines. The winery is devoted to bringing out the best in native and international grapes, respecting the Alpine terroir and its remarkable microclimate. Its focus on quality, combined with a centuries-old tradition, allows Conti d’Arco to create harmonious wines with marked freshness and aromatic complexity.
Find out more about Conti d’ArcoThe vine of Trentino Gewürztraminer
Gewürztraminer
Gewürztraminer is a white grape variety known for its extraordinary aromatic intensity and its unique profile. Native to Alto Adige, it takes its name from the village of Termeno (Tramin), but today it is grown all over the world. This variety produces intense, complex wines with great personality, capable of captivating with their floral, spicy and fruity aromas.
Find out moreTrentino Gewürztraminer: the area
Trentino
Trentino, set in the heart of the Italian Alps, is one of the most fascinating wine areas and one of the richest in tradition. With its mountainous landscape and vineyards stretching along river valleys and the slopes of the Dolomites, Trentino is famous for producing high-quality wines that reflect the uniqueness of the terroir and the skill of local producers.
Find out more about TrentinoClimate: Alpine
Altitude: Low to mid altitude (200–500 m above sea level)
Soil: Limestone / chalk
Geographical setting: Valley
Profile of Trentino Gewürztraminer
Primary aromas: Floral notes of dog rose and orange blossom
Secondary aromas: Fruity aromas of citron and lychee
Tertiary aromas: Spicy nuances of clove and star anise
Tasting notes: On the palate it is harmonious, with pleasant freshness and good aromatic persistence
| Sulphites | yes |
| Body | Soft and balanced |
| Acidity | Media |
| Tannin | No |
| Sweetness | Dry |
| Finish | Long |
| Colour | Deep straw yellow with golden highlights |
| Clarity | Clear |
| Body | Medium |
Winemaking methods used for Trentino Gewürztraminer
Cold maceration
Cold maceration is a winemaking technique used to bring out fresh, fruity aromas and to obtain greater extraction of colour and aromatic compounds from the skins. This process, carried out at low temperatures before alcoholic fermentation, is particularly suited to producing elegant white, rosé and red wines.
Find out moreAlcoholic fermentation with selected yeasts
Fermentation with selected yeasts is a winemaking technique that uses specific yeast strains chosen to start and control alcoholic fermentation. This practice ensures a stable and predictable fermentation, allowing producers to obtain wines with well-defined aromatic and flavour profiles.
Find out moreSpontaneous fermentation
Spontaneous fermentation is one of the most fascinating and natural techniques in winemaking, relying solely on the indigenous yeasts present on the grape skins and in the cellar environment. Widely valued in the world of natural and biodynamic wine, it brings out biodiversity and terroir, giving the wine a unique and authentic character.
Find out moreAgeing methods used for Trentino Gewürztraminer
In stainless steel (1–6 months)
Ageing in stainless steel for 1 to 6 months is a winemaking practice widely used for young, fresh, varietal wines, aimed at preserving the aromatic fragrance and gustatory integrity of the wine immediately after fermentation. This choice allows the wine to be stabilised, to settle naturally and to be ready for drinking within a few months, retaining vitality, tension and precision.
Find out moreIn bottle (7–18 months)
Ageing in bottle for a period of between 7 and 18 months represents an intermediate stage of maturation, ideal for those wines that have already completed their ageing in wood, stainless steel or concrete, and that need further time to achieve full harmony and stability before being released. During this period, the wine develops slowly in the absence of oxygen, refining its structure, aromatic balance and softness on the palate.
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