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In the glass
Aroma: apple, vanilla, citrus
Palate: creamy, mineral
Pinot Blanc from gneiss, granite and slate soils, the winery's selection from chosen Pinot Blanc vines: apple, vanilla and citrus, with a creamy, persistent finish and mineral notes.
What it pairs with
- Risotto with asparagus Creamy texture follows the rice while the citrus keeps it lively.More wines for risotto →
- Roast chicken with herbs Apple and vanilla notes match the roasted skin.More wines for chicken and white meat →
- River fish in butter sauce Mineral length cuts through the butter.More wines for fish →
History
phileo is named for Filomena, who helped shape the Falkenstein farm, as a tribute to the mother of Franz, whom the winery's page names as its current owner. It is Falkenstein's selection Pinot Blanc, produced since 2016. It ferments spontaneously in barrique, spends 12 months in French barriques and 5 months in steel, then rests 31 months in bottle. The winery notes potential for long ageing.
- 2016First phileo Pinot Blanc produced
Facts
- Producer
- Falkenstein · visiting guide
- Grapes
- Pinot Blanc
- Classification
- Alto Adige DOC
- Oak
- Spontaneous fermentation in French barrique, 12 months in barrique and 5 months in steel, then 31 months of bottle sedimentation
- First vintage
- 2016
Frequently asked about Falkenstein Pinot Blanc phileo
What does Falkenstein Pinot Blanc phileo taste like?
On the nose, apple, vanilla, citrus. On the palate, creamy, mineral. Pinot Blanc from gneiss, granite and slate soils, the winery's selection from chosen Pinot Blanc vines: apple, vanilla and citrus, with a creamy, persistent finish and mineral notes.
What food pairs with Falkenstein Pinot Blanc phileo?
Risotto with asparagus is a strong match. Other good matches include Roast chicken with herbs and River fish in butter sauce. Creamy texture follows the rice while the citrus keeps it lively.
What grapes are in Falkenstein Pinot Blanc phileo?
Pinot Blanc. The wine is classified as Alto Adige DOC.
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