PRE CHA XXIII Komet Vino Blanco 2023

Wine Description for PRE CHA XXIII Komet Vino Bianco 2023 by Alois Lageder

Colour & Appearance

Radiant, luminous golden yellow in the glass – a colour that already hints at complexity and maturation.

Nose

An aromatic fireworks display that captivates with its precision and freshness: mandarin and lemon meet lemon thyme and ginger, complemented by fine notes of lemongrass, almond and delicate salted butter. The aromas are masterfully interwoven – intoxicating and seductive in equal measure.

Palate

Here the true brilliance of this wine reveals itself: With just 9.5% alcohol, the Chardonnay practically dances across the palate – light-footed, yet by no means lightweight. The fine fruit combines with a crystalline acidity structure and subtle spice to create a harmonious whole. Remarkable is the density and length one would not expect at this alcohol level. A wine that proves that power is not synonymous with alcohol.

Finish

Elegant and lingering, with fine citrus freshness and mineral spice that resonate long afterwards.

Terroir & Origin

The grapes come from excellent vineyard sites of a winemaking partner in South Tyrol – including old pergolas on dolomitic scree slopes. Terroir that may well qualify for the LÖWENGANG selection in future and whose geological character is reflected in the wine.

Grape Variety & Vinification

100% Chardonnay, harvested on 17 August 2023 in an exceptionally early window. Vinification was carried out with 20% whole bunches over one week, combined with an overnight skin contact period for the directly pressed portion. After fermentation, the wine aged 16 months in tonneau on the gross lees and was bottled unfiltered in January 2025. A vinification that demonstrates courage and vision.

Food Pairing Suggestions

Perfect with raw fish, sashimi, scallops, goat’s cheese or steamed asparagus with lemon butter. Also a pleasure on its own.

Special Features

This wine redefines South Tyrolean Chardonnay: A radically fresh, low-alcohol approach that places elegance above opulence. A bold statement from Alois Lageder that shows where the journey in winemaking can – and should – go.