2021 Quintarelli Primofiore IGP Rheingau oak from barrel aging

oak from barrel aging

The cooler temperatures in June and July

Three weeks of cool weather in August and September relaxed the pace of harvest

Philippe’s first vinification was in 1990

Early flowering and mild summer weather provided excellent growing conditions

2021 Quintarelli Primofiore IGP Rheingau oak from barrel aging50% Corvina and Corvinone, 50% Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc The "first flower" is the youngest red wine released by the estate every year. Cabernet is partially dried, while all the other grapes are freshly pressed. After harvest, grapes left in wooden boxes to continue ripening. After pressing fermentation, wine is aged for several years in Slavonian oak barrels.