Tiefenbrunner
Schlosskellerei Turmhof, in German-speaking NE Italy in the mountainous Sudtirol/Alto Adige region, can trace its roots back to the C13th. Sabine and Christof Tiefenbrunner are the 5th generation to steer the winemaking, informed both by the most modern techniques, and also mindful of tradition. Theirs are true mountain wines, grown at up to 1000 metres on steeply sloping vineyards. Cool, svelte, intense and aromatic whites (Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, Muller-Thurgau, Sauvignon Blanc and Gewurztraminer) dominate, with 20% made up of silky and supple reds (mostly Pinot Noir, Vernatsch/Schiava and Lagrein). As responsible custodians and one of the leading regional winemaking families, they are strong advocates for their patchwork of alpine vineyard terroirs with its mix of calcareous, igneous and sandy loam soils. Matching grape variety with vineyard site is key. In 1910, the family built their own power plant, using the plentiful local water to generate hydroelectric power for both winery and locality. The wines, across the Merus range through the Turmhof selection to the premium Vigna range, are clean, crisp and precise. The Feldmarschall von Fenner Muller-Thurgau is not only the highest planting of the grape, but also where it shows its greatest subtlety and fines
Sustainability
Nature is the driving force for the Castel Turmhof Wine Estate, for over a century the family have generated energy with their own hydropower plant. Although some modern upgrades have been made, the ethos behind sustainable energy remains the same, "Sustainability means having an eye for the next generation in all we do" - Herbert Tiefenbrunner.
Some of the wines below...
Turmhof Lagrein, Tiefenbrunner, Alto Adige, Italy 2019
Alto Adige, Italy
Tasting Notes
This Lagrein is known for its strong garnet-red color with violet reflexes.…
Food Matches
Beef - braised or grilled, Game meats & Hard cheese - Trentigrana
Red
Full & Rich Reds
75cl
Turmhof Pinot Noir, Tiefenbrunner, Alto Adige, Italy 2022
Alto Adige, Italy
Tasting Notes
This Pinot Noir also known as Blauburgunder or Pinot Nero is ruby-red in…
Food Matches
Lamb, Rabbit & Hard cheese - Vezzena
Red
Medium Bodied Reds
75cl
Feldmarschall Von Fenner Muller Thurgau, Tiefenbrunner, Alto Adige, Italy 2020
Alto Adige, Italy
Tasting Notes
Made from grapes grown at 3,280 feet above sea-level in an incredible…
Food Matches
Seafood, Chicken & Thai cuisine
White
Aromatic Whites
75cl
Merus Muller Thurgau, Tiefenbrunner, Alto Adige, Italy 2022
Alto Adige, Italy
Tasting Notes
Merus in Latin means ‘pure, genuine’ and it perfectly summarizes this…
Food Matches
Light appetizers, Fried fish & Fresh creamy cheeses
White
Crisp, Dry Whites
75cl
Merus Pinot Blanc, Tiefenbrunner, Alto Adige, Italy 2021
Alto Adige, Italy
Tasting Notes
This pinot blanc has a youthful freshness and elegance, with a luminous…
Food Matches
Light appetizers, White fish & Asparagus
White
Crisp, Dry Whites
75cl
Turmhof Gewurztraminer, Tiefenbrunner, Alto Adige, Italy 2020
Alto Adige, Italy
Tasting Notes
This Gewürztraminer ranges in color from luminous to golden yellow. It has…
Food Matches
Grilled white fish, Spicy dishes & Blue cheese
White
Aromatic Whites
75cl