{"product_id":"j-hofstatter-schiava-kolbenhofer-2025","title":"J. Hofstatter Schiava Kolbenhofer 2025","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat type of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Kolbenhofer by \u003cstrong\u003eHofstätter\u003c\/strong\u003e is a still red wine from the Alto Adige appellation that celebrates the authenticity of the \u003cstrong\u003eSchiava\u003c\/strong\u003e grape. To the eye, it presents a deep ruby red colour with lively violet reflections, while on the nose, the bouquet is clean and sharp, characterised by aromas of \u003cstrong\u003eforest fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e and the typical note of bitter almond. On the palate, it reveals itself to be soft, fresh and light, supported by a \u003cstrong\u003ebalanced acidity\u003c\/strong\u003e that enhances its drinkability. Expressive and harmonious, thanks also to ageing in wooden barrels, steel and concrete, this wine is best expressed if aerated for an hour, ideally accompanying platters of speck, white meats and \u003cstrong\u003espicy fish dishes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis red originates in the Alpine setting of \u003cstrong\u003eAlto Adige\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the mountain climate encourages slow ripening of the clusters and a well-defined aromatic profile. The vines grow on mid-slopes on \u003cstrong\u003egravelly soils\u003c\/strong\u003e with clay and limestone components, which lend cleanliness and sharpness to the fruit. The vineyards, cultivated according to local customs, include rows of \u003cstrong\u003eLagrein\u003c\/strong\u003e. The \u003cstrong\u003eHofstätter\u003c\/strong\u003e winery tends these plots, interpreting the vocation of the terroir in a glass with a strong territorial identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAgronomic management follows principles of constant soil care, with delicate pruning coordinated by winemaker Martin Foradori \u003cstrong\u003eHofstätter\u003c\/strong\u003e. In the cellar, the main objective is to preserve the integrity of the raw material. Fermentation and ageing take place strategically between concrete tanks, steel and \u003cstrong\u003ewooden barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e. This approach allows for the maintenance of gustatory precision, giving life to a red with a smooth and linear drinkability. The result is a wine capable of an \u003cstrong\u003eelegant evolution\u003c\/strong\u003e over time, fully enhancing the \u003cstrong\u003evarietal freshness\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and interesting facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1907, the \u003cstrong\u003eJ. Hofstätter\u003c\/strong\u003e winery passes down the excellence of South Tyrol with the Schiava Kolbenhofer DOC 2025. This wine is produced from \u003cstrong\u003e100% Schiava grapes\u003c\/strong\u003e, grown on gravelly soils rich in clay and limestone. Winemaker Martin Foradori Hofstätter skilfully combines traditional methods and modern precision, overseeing the ageing process between wooden barrels and concrete tanks. The result is a vibrant glass, capable of \u003cstrong\u003eevolving over five to ten years\u003c\/strong\u003e, revealing its harmony if allowed to breathe for an hour before tasting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hofstatter","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47522431140011,"sku":"62322","price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/j-hofstatter-schiava-kolbenhofer-2025_62322_1_3f428672-e252-4e10-836d-6657155d24fc.webp?v=1785856260","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-uk\/products\/j-hofstatter-schiava-kolbenhofer-2025","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}