Producer
Rametz
Historic wine producer based at Castello Rametz (Merano, Alto Adige) that, in addition to wines, markets a small range of spirits and liqueurs including varietal grappa and reserve bottlings.
- Merano · Alto Adige / Südtirol · Italy
- Since 1227
- 1 product
The story
Castello Rametz is home to a winery with historic roots that the official site describes as «winery since 1227». In addition to wine production and sales, the company offers a selection of spirits and liqueurs produced and marketed under the Rametz brand.
Production philosophy
In its official communication the company emphasizes its relationship with nature and the enhancement of product authenticity; production is aimed at expressing the character of the raw materials grown in the castle area.
Territory
Castello Rametz, Merano, Province of Bolzano (Alto Adige / Südtirol), Italy
Production method
Available product information indicates production of grappa (from pomace) and fruit eaux-de-vie; for some grappas steam distillation is specified. Specific technical details (stills, recipes) are not extensively reported on the official site.
Distillation
Steam distillation is reported for the grappas listed in the product sheets; the official site mentions a line of spirits and liqueurs but does not provide technical detail for all products.
Ageing
Some grappas are indicated as 'Riserva' or aged in wood; for the Grappa Riserva sold by retailers an ageing in wooden casks is reported (e.g. minimum 12 months in the product details).
Characteristics
- Type
- Producer
- City
- Merano
- Categories
- grappa
- aged grappa / riserva
- varietal grappa (e.g. Chardonnay, Müller-Thurgau)
- fruit brandies (Williams)
- brandy
- traditional liqueurs (limoncello)
- Raw materials
- pomace (grape pomace)
- pears (Williams)
- grapes (for eaux-de-vie such as Riesling)
- Casks and ageing vessels
- wooden barrels
- Representative products
- Grappa Riserva (Rametz) - 50 cl
- Grappa Vitis Ambrata
- Grappa Chardonnay
- Grappa Acquavite Riesling
- Williams (pear eau-de-vie)
- Limoncello
- Brandy
What makes it distinctive
- Historic winery based in Castello Rametz in Merano.
- Offers spirits and liqueurs in addition to wines, including a Grappa Riserva in the catalogue.
- Combination of wine production and a small-scale production/bottling of spirits.