2024 Elena Walch Schiava, Alto Adige, Italy
ABOUT THE WINE
Native to Alto Adige, Schiava (Vernatsch) thrives in the region’s sunlit hillside vineyards and cool Alpine climate. The 2024 vintage showcases the variety’s hallmark freshness and aromatic clarity, with notes of raspberry, cranberry, red currant, and a whisper of white pepper.
Grapes are carefully harvested from estate vineyards rooted in well-drained, mineral-rich soils. Fermentation typically takes place in stainless steel to preserve the grape’s vibrant fruit character, followed by aging in large neutral oak casks or tanks to maintain delicacy and purity. The result is a light-bodied red with supple texture and refined structure, designed to be enjoyed young while its fruit is at its most expressive.
Elena Walch’s commitment to sustainable vineyard practices and low-intervention winemaking ensures a wine that reflects both heritage and terroir. Wonderfully versatile at the table, it pairs beautifully with charcuterie, roasted poultry, mushroom dishes, Alpine cheeses, and even lightly chilled with Mediterranean fare.
ABOUT THE PRODUCER
Elena Walch is a leading family estate in Alto Adige, known for championing quality-focused, sustainable viticulture. With a deep respect for tradition and a forward-thinking philosophy, the winery emphasizes reduced yields, meticulous site selection, and environmentally responsible farming.
Estate vineyards such as Castel Ringberg and Kastelaz benefit from diverse elevations and soils, contributing to the precision and elegance found across the portfolio. Through careful stewardship of both vineyard and cellar, Elena Walch continues to craft wines that embody the purity, balance, and distinctive Alpine character of Alto Adige.
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ABOUT THE WINE
Native to Alto Adige, Schiava (Vernatsch) thrives in the region’s sunlit hillside vineyards and cool Alpine climate. The 2024 vintage showcases the variety’s hallmark freshness and aromatic clarity, with notes of raspberry, cranberry, red currant, and a whisper of white pepper.
Grapes are carefully harvested from estate vineyards rooted in well-drained, mineral-rich soils. Fermentation typically takes place in stainless steel to preserve the grape’s vibrant fruit character, followed by aging in large neutral oak casks or tanks to maintain delicacy and purity. The result is a light-bodied red with supple texture and refined structure, designed to be enjoyed young while its fruit is at its most expressive.
Elena Walch’s commitment to sustainable vineyard practices and low-intervention winemaking ensures a wine that reflects both heritage and terroir. Wonderfully versatile at the table, it pairs beautifully with charcuterie, roasted poultry, mushroom dishes, Alpine cheeses, and even lightly chilled with Mediterranean fare.
ABOUT THE PRODUCER
Elena Walch is a leading family estate in Alto Adige, known for championing quality-focused, sustainable viticulture. With a deep respect for tradition and a forward-thinking philosophy, the winery emphasizes reduced yields, meticulous site selection, and environmentally responsible farming.
Estate vineyards such as Castel Ringberg and Kastelaz benefit from diverse elevations and soils, contributing to the precision and elegance found across the portfolio. Through careful stewardship of both vineyard and cellar, Elena Walch continues to craft wines that embody the purity, balance, and distinctive Alpine character of Alto Adige.
