Deep Roots, Broad Assortment
The Traditional Noafer Inn Grows Its Own Grapes on Four Hectares
Noafer in Cologna (San Genesio) is known for miles around as an inn and
estate winery. It is located on the southwestern slope of Monzoccolo on a
sunny, flat, natural terrace at an elevation of 770 meters [2,530 feet]
above sea level and – also because of this unique location – it is a
favorite destination for an excursion. Not everyone who stops in for a
refreshing drink or a bite to eat realizes that 2.7 hectares (6.7 acres)
of vineyards also belong to the estate.
Within that context, the roots of the farmhouse reach far back. As early as the Middle Ages, Noafer was
one of the farms supplying the nearby Greifenstein Castle, so at that
time, it had to provide the broadest possible palette of products.
Today, the farm is run by Andreas Lamprecht, and the inn of the same
name by his sister, Maria Lamprecht.
Andreas is responsible for
the farm and the winegrowing. He makes use of the ideal location of his
vineyard, which profits from both the mild temperatures of the Adige
Valley and the high elevation. These ensure that the soils, vines, and
grapes can cool down at night, even in the middle of summer. “In the
autumn, shortly before the harvest, the temperature differentials
between day and night are especially tangible, which lends our wines a
lot of aroma and a lively freshness,” Lamprecht explains.
When
the Noafer grower speaks of “our wines”, then he means Pinot Blanc,
Pinot Noir, Schiava (Vernatsch), Zweigelt, Sauvignon Blanc, and Pinot
Grigio – a thoroughly impressive assortment that is
grown by Noafer in Cologna (San Genesio) and then makes its way to the
wine list of the Noafer inn. Much to the pleasure of the guests.
“In the autumn, shortly before the harvest, the temperature differentials between day and night are especially tangible, which lends our wines a lot of aroma and a lively freshness.”
Andreas Lamprecht, winegrower at Noafer
Wine Varieties
You can find more information here:
www.noafer.com