In the glass
Aroma: elderflower, grapefruit, fresh herbs, white pepper
Palate: citrus, saline minerality, fresh acidity, clean finish
Cantina Andrian's classic-line Sauvignon Blanc, showcasing the Andriano calcareous-clay soils in a fresh, mineral style with predominantly steel ageing and a touch of oak on the lees.
What it pairs with
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Asparagus with hollandaise
Sauvignon Blanc's classical asparagus pairing; saline minerality balances hollandaise butter. -
Pan-seared white fish with herbs
The wine's herbal-citrus register echoes the dish; medium body suits delicate fish. -
Goat cheese salad
Fresh goat cheese meets the wine's grapefruit acidity and elderflower notes.
History
Cantina Andrian's Floreado is the cellar's classic-line Sauvignon Blanc, developed as part of the cooperative's modernised lineup following the alliance with Cantina Terlano. Sources from cooperative members' Sauvignon parcels in Andriano.
- 2000 — Floreado Sauvignon Blanc launched as part of Andrian's modern lineup
Facts
- Producer
- Cantina Andrian
- Grapes
- Sauvignon Blanc (100%)
- Classification
- DOC Alto Adige Sauvignon
- Oak
- Predominantly stainless steel with limited oak ageing on the lees
- ABV
- 13.5%
- Price
- EUR 18 to 28 at retail
- Drinking window
- 2 to 10 from vintage
- First vintage
- 2000
Frequently asked about Floreado Sauvignon
What does Floreado Sauvignon taste like?
Elderflower, grapefruit, fresh herbs and white pepper on the nose; citrus, saline minerality, fresh acidity and a clean finish on the palate. Medium-bodied with high acidity.
When should I drink Floreado?
Drink between 2 and 10 years from vintage. Young vintages show vibrant herbal-citrus character; the wine is designed for relatively early consumption.
What food pairs with Floreado?
Asparagus with hollandaise, pan-seared white fish with herbs, or goat cheese salad. Classic Sauvignon Blanc pairings work well.