Discover Bolzano: History & Nature with Wine Tasting at Thurnhof
On a guided walk, discover the hidden sides of the city, admire Bolzano from above, marvel at vineyards and castle ruins, and taste fine wines at an old winery.
Profile
Structure
Drinking window
Best 4 to 18 years from vintage.
vintage4 yrs18 yrs20 yrs
Critic scores
No critic score is published for this bottle that we can cite with a reviewer, a vintage and a review year, so none is shown. The rating above is our own.
In the glass
Aroma: white peach, yellow apple, almond blossom, subtle spice
Palate: stone fruit, creamy lees, saline minerality, long mineral finish
Cantina St. Michael-Eppan's Sanct Valentin Pinot Bianco - the cellar's flagship Pinot Bianco from selected microzones around Appiano. Full-bodied with creamy lees-driven texture and saline minerality; cellar-worthy and structured.
What it pairs with
- Pan-seared trout with herb butter Sanct Valentin's creamy lees and almond blossom meet trout's delicate flesh; saline minerality cuts the butter.More wines for trout →
- Shellfish risotto Full-bodied white with creamy texture supports risotto; saline finish flatters shellfish sweetness.More wines for risotto →
- Aged hard alpine cheese Mature cheese matches the wine's depth and structure; high acidity keeps the pairing balanced.More wines for cheese →
With cheese
History
Pinot Bianco joined the prestigious Sanct Valentin range in 2001. Winemaker Jakob Gasser selects only the most excellent grapes from select microzones of the Appiano municipality to create elegant, complex wines with exceptional ageing properties.
- 2001Pinot Bianco joins the Sanct Valentin selection range
Facts
- Producer
- Cantina St. Michael-Eppan · visiting guide
- Grapes
- Pinot Bianco (100%)
- Classification
- DOC Alto Adige Pinot Bianco
- Oak
- Approximately ten months in large oak and stainless steel on the lees
- ABV
- 13.5%
- Price
- EUR 28 to 42 at retail
- Drinking window
- 4 to 18 from vintage
- First vintage
- 2001
Frequently asked about Sanct Valentin Pinot Bianco
What does Sanct Valentin Pinot Bianco taste like?
White peach, yellow apple, almond blossom and subtle spice on the nose; stone fruit, creamy lees, saline minerality and a long mineral finish on the palate. Full-bodied, dry, with high acidity.
When should I drink Sanct Valentin Pinot Bianco?
Drink between 4 and 18 years from vintage. Young vintages show vibrant stone fruit; cellared bottles develop honey, almond and pronounced mineral complexity.
What food pairs with Sanct Valentin Pinot Bianco?
Pan-seared trout with herb butter, shellfish risotto, or aged alpine cheese. The wine's full body and saline minerality suit shellfish and white-meat dishes.
Tags
Taste it where it is made: tastings near Cantina St. Michael-Eppan
Bolzano: Vineyards & Lakes MTB or E-Bike Tour
Enjoy a unique adventure filled with stunning vineyards, ancient train tunnels, and pristine forest lakes. Ride through breathtaking alpine trails!
Bolzano: Wine Tasting Tour with Wine Expert
Enjoy a wine tasting tour with a wine expert in Bolzano. Learn about the history and tradition of South Tyrolean wines while walking through the wine town of Bolzano.