2023 Jermann - Vintage Tunina (750ml)
The 2023 Jermann Vintage Tunina channels the concentrated character of grapes harvested roughly two weeks beyond the seasonal norm across a dedicated 16-hectare section of the Ronco del Fortino vineyard. First selected for commercial release in 1975, the wine maintains a strict protocol that isolates only the finest late-picked lots from this single estate parcel. Its naming tradition traces back to Antonia, a Venetian housekeeper once known as Tunina who originally cultivated the land and later inspired a historical dedication from the estate’s founders.
On the glass, the 2023 vintage presents a structured yet approachable profile. Expect layered aromatics of yellow peach, wildflower honey, and toasted almond, backed by clean racy acidity that prevents the moderate residual sugar from feeling heavy. The mouthfeel remains silky while the finish pulls long with saline minerality and a bright citrus pith note. This architecture supports both immediate drinking and three-to-five years of cellar development; allowing the wine to rest uncorked for thirty minutes unlocks deeper honeyed and dried herb nuances.
To highlight these characteristics, serve the wine moderately chilled alongside dishes that balance richness against light sweetness or gentle heat. Pairs reliably with roasted duck breast with plum glaze, aged washed-rind cheeses, spice-forward Asian preparations like Szechuan mushrooms, or mild coconut-curry seafood. Each 750ml bottle captures a deliberate extension of the autumn ripening window, offering a focused expression of late-season fruit concentration.