Tiefenbrunner Merus Sauvignon Blanc

Tiefenbrunner Merus Sauvignon Blanc 2023 from Tiefenbrunner in Südtirol (Alto Adige) is a dry, aromatic white with real alpine freshness – luminous yellow with green reflexes and a beautifully herbal, floral bouquet. The Merus Sauvignon Blanc 2023 opens with classic cool‑climate notes of nettle, elderflower, sage and mint, backed by fine fruity hints of apple, gooseberry and tropical fruits, all wrapped up in a clean, mineral frame. On the palate it’s elegant and harmonious, juicy rather than sharp, with lively acidity and a pleasantly long, refreshing finish.

The grapes for Merus Sauvignon Blanc come from high‑lying vineyards in the Unterland of Alto Adige – sites like Penon, Hofstatt and Rain at 400–650 m on calcareous dolomite, and Entiklar and Margreider Leiten at 220–350 m on chalk‑gravel moraine soils – giving both structure and aromatic lift. Vinification keeps the focus on purity: cool maceration and fermentation, then ageing that balances freshness and subtle texture so the herbal and floral character stays front‑and‑centre. The result is an Alto Adige Sauvignon Blanc that feels precise, expressive and very food‑friendly.

For food, Tiefenbrunner Merus Sauvignon Blanc 2023 is ideal as an aperitif and shines with asparagus, grilled vegetables, fish and goat’s cheese – anything that plays nicely with green, herbal notes and bright acidity. It’s particularly good with dishes that feature herbs, fresh cheeses or light seafood, where its elderflower, mint and sage characters complement rather than overpower. Serve it well chilled, around 6–8°C, to emphasise the alpine freshness and keep the aromatics lively.