Mantele Sauvignon DOC - Kellerei Nals Margreid

In the glass, Mantele Sauvignon DOC - Kellerei Nals Margreid shines in a light straw yellow with gleaming reflections. The color is reminiscent of ripe lemon peel and fresh lime. Already at the first swirl, an intense fragrance rises, clear and precise like mountain air after a summer rain. From the glass flow aromas of juicy mango, ripe passion fruit and crisp gooseberry, flanked by lime zest and a hint of yellow grapefruit.

With more air, the aromatic stage expands further. Fine notes of elderflower, fresh grass and delicate herbs emerge. A cool touch of mint and a bit of nettle provide elegant freshness. In the background, a subtle minerality shimmers, like wet stone on a riverbank. This impression fits perfectly with the river‑near sites and the limestone-rich soils in Alto Adige.

On the palate, the wine presents itself precise, dry and lively. The crisp texture picks up the tension of the nose and translates it into a dynamic structure. The vibrant acidity carries the exotic fruit and keeps it on the palate for a long time. Mango and passion fruit appear ripe yet always clearly defined. Gooseberry and lime bring a noticeable kick of freshness. A hint of white currant and green apple completes the aromatic picture.

The origin from Alto Adige reveals itself in the cool elegance and the precise linearity of the wine. The interplay of alpine climate, warm days and cool nights shapes a Sauvignon Blanc with intense aromatics and taut structure. The limestone-rich soils lend the wine a distinctive, salty impression on the finish. The texture appears sinewy and tight, not heavy, despite the high alcohol content.

The style is reminiscent of the Old World, but with modern finesse. This Sauvignon Blanc does not show only fruit. It presents structure, straightforwardness and clear edges. The acidity appears present and precise, but never harsh. The exotic fruit integrates into a dense network of aromas of citrus, herbs and mineral nuances. A touch of grapefruit peel adds slight bitter notes that make the wine even more exciting.

The tannin structure plays a minor role in this white wine, but is perceptible in the delicate phenolics on the palate. This slight grip in the finish gives the wine bite and character. The body appears medium to full, with pronounced pressure on the palate. The finale lingers on for a long time. Salty-mineral notes and citrus remain present for minutes. The overall impression: a Sauvignon Blanc with focus, tension and depth.

For quick orientation in the bouquet, it helps to take a look at the key aromas:

• Exotic fruit: mango, passion fruit, maracuja
• Fresh fruit: gooseberry, lime, white currant
• Floral notes: elderflower, delicate floral nuances
• Herbs: nettle, mint, fine garden herbs
• Mineral nuances: wet stone, delicate salty tone

Mantele Sauvignon DOC - Kellerei Nals Margreid is suitable for many moments of enjoyment. For a quick choice of the right occasion, a short list helps:

1. As an animating aperitif with ambition
2. As a partner to delicate starters with fish and vegetables
3. As an exciting food wine for intense, aromatic dishes
4. As an expressive white wine for wine lovers with a penchant for minerality

All in all, the wine shows how brilliantly Sauvignon Blanc from Alto Adige can shine. The combination of crisp structure, exotic fruit, herbal notes and limestone-driven minerality delivers a complex yet clearly legible play of aromas. Every sip appears precise, focused and with a lasting impression on the finish.

Production of Mantele Sauvignon DOC from Kellerei Nals Margreid

The grapes for Mantele Sauvignon DOC - Kellerei Nals Margreid come from selected sites in Alto Adige. The vineyards are close to the river and benefit from an alternation of warm days and cool nights. This microclimate ensures ripe aromas while retaining freshness in the wine. The soils are predominantly limestone, partly with gravel content. This structure gives the wines from the region their typical salty expression and clear contours.

The Sauvignon Blanc grape variety delivers particularly aromatic wines full of tension in South Tyrol. The vine loves cool nights and sufficient temperature differences between day and night. This creates intense fruit notes and a taut acid structure. In these sites, Sauvignon Blanc develops not only exotic tones. It also shows grassy and herbal nuances that remain typical for the variety.

For the Mantele, harvesting is carried out precisely and with well-timed scheduling. Part of the grapes is brought early to the winery. This portion contributes freshness, citrus notes and crisp acidity to the wine. A second portion ripens a bit longer and adds the exotic component. The winemakers sort the grapes carefully. Only clean, aromatically ripe fruit makes it to the press house.

In the cellar, the Sauvignon Blanc is handled gently. The grapes quickly reach the press to avoid oxidation. A short maceration time extracts the typical aromas from skins and pulp. Pressing is done gently to obtain fine, clear musts. The must is then cooled and left to rest so that the solids can settle.

Fermentation usually takes place in stainless steel tanks. This keeps the fruit clear and unadulterated. A cool fermentation temperature preserves the delicate aromas of mango, passion fruit, elderflower and citrus. Maturation on the fine lees lends the wine additional volume and creaminess. Regular stirring of the lees, the so‑called bâtonnage, promotes a fine texture and more smoothness on the palate.

Wood, if it plays any role at all in this wine, is only discreet and does not distract from fruit and minerality. Thus, the result presents itself as an expressive, clear Sauvignon Blanc, precise and taut. Kellerei Nals Margreid places great value on faithfulness to terroir and accuracy. This aspiration is evident in the Mantele in every detail. From vineyard work and selective harvesting to the calm maturation period in tank, a wine with clear origin and distinctive profile is created.

Serving recommendations for Mantele Sauvignon DOC from Kellerei Nals Margreid

Mantele Sauvignon DOC proves to be a versatile food companion with a clear line. The exotic fruit and lively acidity harmonize ideally with fish and seafood. Grilled gilt-head bream with lemon butter, oven‑baked sea bass or grilled prawns find a precise counterpart in this wine. The salty note of the wine goes perfectly with oysters, mussels or scallops with herb crust.

The wine is also great with modern vegetable cuisine. Try it with zucchini risotto with lemon zest, asparagus with sauce hollandaise or vegetable tempura with lime dip. The crisp structure of the wine cuts nicely through creamy sauces. The exotic fruit wraps itself charmingly around vegetables with a light roasted aroma.

Poultry dishes with fresh herbs are equally good matches. Chicken breast with lemon thyme, veal loin with tarragon or turkey medallions in a light white wine sauce enter into a delightful dialogue with this Sauvignon Blanc. Hearty salads with goat cheese, arugula, pear or nuts also benefit from the freshness and minerality of the wine.

For cheese, a selection of goat cheese, young sheep’s cheese or not overly mature hard cheese is recommended. The acidity of the wine forms a nice contrast to the creamy texture. For finger food, the wine suits sushi, ceviche, fish tartare or bruschetta with tomato and basil.

As for occasions, Mantele is excellently suited as an aperitif at upscale receptions, for summer evenings on the terrace or as a companion to multi‑course menus featuring fish and vegetables. It also makes a fine gift for connoisseurs of aromatic Old World white wines, and this Sauvignon Blanc is sure to make eyes light up.

The ideal serving temperature lies between 11 and 13 degrees Celsius. A slender, tall white wine glass with a slightly inward-curving rim concentrates the aromas perfectly. A short time in the glass is sufficient for the bouquet to fully unfold. With young bottles, a brief swirl in the glass helps awaken all layers of aroma.

In the first years, the wine shows its most lively fruit, but with some bottle age it develops more herbal spice and minerality. Cellaring for up to five years from the vintage offers an exciting evolution of enjoyment. Thus, Mantele Sauvignon DOC from Kellerei Nals Margreid presents a clear signature in every phase of enjoyment: alpine freshness, exotic fruit and limestone‑driven elegance in the glass.

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