Elena Walch “Beyond the Clouds" Bianco DOC Alto Adige 2022 - 1500 mL Magnum
This opulent blend of Gewürztraminer, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc leaps from the glass with vibrant lychee, candied citrus, and spicy dried wildflowers. Its lush, textured palate unfolds with zesty freshness, a hint of warmth, and a thrilling finish. Bold and dynamic, this wine dazzles with its power and will stun for years to come. — Jeff Porter, Wine Enthusiast
Grape: 80% Chardonnay, plus a blend of Gewurztraminer, Sauvignon Blanc, and other local white varieties
Ageing potential: 7+ years
Serving temperature and food pairing: Lightly chilled, 12 - 14 °C; Flavor-rich first courses, fish, cheese and white meat dishes
This opulent blend of Gewürztraminer, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc leaps from the glass with vibrant lychee, candied citrus, and spicy dried wildflowers. Its lush, textured palate unfolds with zesty freshness, a hint of warmth, and a thrilling finish. Bold and dynamic, this wine dazzles with its power and will stun for years to come. — Jeff Porter, Wine Enthusiast
Grape: 80% Chardonnay, plus a blend of Gewurztraminer, Sauvignon Blanc, and other local white varieties
Ageing potential: 7+ years
Serving temperature and food pairing: Lightly chilled, 12 - 14 °C; Flavor-rich first courses, fish, cheese and white meat dishes
This opulent blend of Gewürztraminer, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc leaps from the glass with vibrant lychee, candied citrus, and spicy dried wildflowers. Its lush, textured palate unfolds with zesty freshness, a hint of warmth, and a thrilling finish. Bold and dynamic, this wine dazzles with its power and will stun for years to come. — Jeff Porter, Wine Enthusiast
Grape: 80% Chardonnay, plus a blend of Gewurztraminer, Sauvignon Blanc, and other local white varieties
Ageing potential: 7+ years
Serving temperature and food pairing: Lightly chilled, 12 - 14 °C; Flavor-rich first courses, fish, cheese and white meat dishes
Elena Walch is considered a pioneer in Alto Adige, not only for the fact that she was one of the most important female winemakers in Italy, but also for introducing innovation into the region. Marrying into the Walch family she gained access to some of the best parcels of fruit, and subsequently sought to improve production from soil to bottle.
Winemaking Details for ‘Beyond the Clouds’:
The various grape varieties get picked as soon as the Chardonnay reaches optimum maturity. All varieties get crushed and pressed together after which they also ferment together in new French oak barriques. Part of the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation, after which it is matured for another 10 months in barrique with lees being regularly stirred up. The finished wine is bottle aged for at least 6 months before being released.