The 2024 Corvée Cembra Trentino Superiore "Viàch" Müller Thurgau is a highly-regarded, mountain-born Italian white wine known for its crispness, vibrant acidity, and intense aromatic profile. It represents the "high-altitude elegance" line from Corvée, a specialized family-run producer in Italy's Trentino-Alto Adige region.
Key Specifications
Grape Variety: 100% Müller Thurgau.
Appellation: Trentino Superiore DOC (Cembra Valley).
Elevation: Roughly 687 to 700 meters above sea level.
Soil Type: Shallow, well-drained, sandy soils originating from crumbled volcanic porphyritic rock.
Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 12.5%.
Vineyard & Production Background
The wine comes from the specific "Viàch" vineyard located on steep, sun-drenched terraces hand-carved into the mountainside of the Cembra Valley. “The vineyard is a hymn to peasant ingenuity and tenacity,” reflecting how vines are grown on vertical slopes supported by centuries-old dry-stone walls.
To protect the delicate mountain aromas, the grapes are harvested manually and vinified using strict temperature controls in stainless steel tanks—completely avoiding oak aging. It matures on its fine lees for roughly 8 months followed by bottle refinement before public release.
Tasting Profile
Aroma: Highly floral and energetic, featuring distinct notes of jasmine, lily of the valley, sage, and orange zest.
Palate: Crisp, light straw-yellow in color, displaying flavors of crunchy green apples (Renetta), juicy Kaiser pears, lemon peel, and wild alpine herbs.
Finish: Highly persistent and clean, marked by a mouth-watering, tingling acidity and a stony, volcanic mineral backbone.
Food Pairings
Because of its bright, green, and flinty structure, this wine acts similarly to a squeeze of fresh lemon. It pairs exceptionally well with:
Fresh shellfish, crab, lobster, and lean freshwater fish.
Vegetarian dishes and herbal risottos.
Mildly spicy Asian cuisine.
As an elegant, standalone aperitif