RARE GRAPE VARIETAL RESOURCE

History: On the verge of extinction, Blatterle is an exceptionally rare white grape native to Alto-Adige region in northeast Italy; almost exclusively produced by just a handful of growers.

The grape, which was historically grown around the commune of Bolzano in South Tyrol and the Eisacktal valley, gets its name from the term in the local Tyrolese dialect for "little leaves".

With only a few hectares of the variety remaining in the world, very few wineries presently grow it though it is sometimes blended with other local varieties such as Frauëler, and Müller-Thurgau.

Because Blatterle is not officially recognized by Italian wine authorities, mono-varietal bottlings are occasionally sold simply as Vino Bianco or vino da tavola, rather than by the grape name.

The early-ripening vine tends to coulure. It produces rather simple, fresh white wines with a straw-yellow color, delicate aromas of apple and citrus and light to medium acidity. Some producers have been able to produce a highly unconventional, intensely fragrant, and texturally intriguing white wine. (https://www.bowlerwine.com/wine-or-spirit/vino-bianco-bltele-blatterle/2022)

Modern efforts by organic and biodynamic growers focus on reviving this variety through hand-harvesting and minimal intervention winemaking, such as spontaneous fermentation and skin maceration, to capture its vibrant acidity and subtle fruitiness.

Sources: (https://glossary.wein.plus/blatterle );  (https://grokipedia.com/page/blatterle); &   (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blatterle )

VIVC: https://www.vivc.de/index.php?r=passport%2Fview&id=1455

Parentage: Schiava Gentile & ?

Tasting notes: It features highly expressive, exotic, and intensely perfumed aromas. Reviewers frequently note a core of sweet apricot, peach, orchard blossoms, and lemon confit. This is balanced by savory undertones of spearmint, yellow musk, and a faint, sophisticated hint of petrol and honey. (https://dobianchi.com/2015/01/20/nusserhof-blatterle-dressner/ )

On the palate, the wine is bone-dry and medium-bodied with low to moderate, well-integrated acidity. It possesses a distinctive "grave, weightless texture" and a supple, slightly oily mouthfeel.

It finishes with a heavy dose of stony, crushed-mineral saltiness, accented by a subtle, bitter note of walnut sap or peach pit

Food pairings: The wine's structural unique footprint allows it to cut through rich fats and complement tricky green flavors. It pairs beautifully with charcuterie, pickled beets, fresh lettuces, asparagus, and lightly grilled river fish. (https://dobianchi.com/2015/01/20/nusserhof-blatterle-dressner/ )

Production areas: Vino Bianco; Vino da Tavola

Producers: https://www.autoctovino.com/grape/blatterle/

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