In the glass
Aroma: elderflower, pistachio, rose petal, golden fruit
Palate: complex layered fruit, soft elegance, mineral structure, intense gold tones with age
Franz Haas's signature white blend, dedicated to Maria Luisa Manna and first released in 1995. A cuvée of Riesling, Chardonnay, Gewurztraminer, Sauvignon Blanc and Kerner.
What it pairs with
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Sushi and sashimi
Producer notes Manna 'is fascinating the way the wine adapts to different dishes, especially of the Japanese cuisine, like sushi and sashimi'. -
Lobster Thermidor
The wine's complex bouquet and full body meet rich shellfish; mineral structure cuts through cream. -
Roast capon with sage
Producer recommends Manna with 'noble and precious dishes'; full-bodied white pairs with capon.
History
Franz Haas first released Manna in 1995 as a unique cuvee dedicated to Maria Luisa. The original blend of Riesling, Chardonnay, Gewurztraminer and Sauvignon Blanc evolved from the 2013 vintage with Kerner added, slightly reducing the Riesling and Gewurztraminer percentages.
- 1995 — First Manna vintage released, dedicated to Maria Luisa
- 2013 — Kerner added to the Manna blend
Facts
- Producer
- Franz Haas
- Grapes
- Riesling, Chardonnay, Gewuerztraminer, Sauvignon Blanc, Kerner
- Classification
- IGT Vigneti delle Dolomiti
- Oak
- Approximately ten months on the lees, partly in stainless steel and partly in oak
- ABV
- 14.0%
- Price
- EUR 38 to 60 at retail
- Drinking window
- 5 to 20 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1995
Frequently asked about Manna
What does Manna taste like?
Elderflower, pistachio and rose petal on the nose; complex layered fruit, soft elegance and mineral structure on the palate. Yellow-golden in youth, evolving to intense gold tones with bottle age.
What grapes are in Manna?
A cuvee of Riesling, Chardonnay, Gewurztraminer, Sauvignon Blanc and (from 2013 onwards) Kerner. The exact blend percentages vary by vintage.
When should I drink Manna?
Drink between 5 and 20 years from vintage. Manna shows its best with bottle age; the wine's mineral structure and complexity reward 5+ years of cellaring.
What food pairs with Manna?
Producer specifically recommends Japanese cuisine, including sushi and sashimi. Also pairs with noble and precious dishes - lobster, roast capon, refined white-meat preparations.