Sweet Claire 2019 Lieselehof

Sweet Claire 2019 – Alpine Late Harvest Elegance

Sweet Claire 2019 is a refined sweet wine crafted from white grapes dried naturally during winter and gently pressed in February. The vines grow in clay and gravel soils with limestone, imparting a distinct minerality and freshness to this high-altitude passito.

Late harvest, long patience

The slow winter drying concentrates natural sugars and aromas, while the cold pressing preserves purity and elegance. The result is a lusciously sweet wine with vibrant acidity, making it balanced and never cloying.

Tasting notes

Bright golden yellow in color. The nose reveals layered notes of lemon zest, quince, honey, and a hint of alpine herbs. On the palate: ripe peach, a touch of mint, and a refreshing acidity that carries the sweetness with length and grace.

Food pairing

Perfect with blue cheeses like Gorgonzola, Stilton, or Roquefort. Also ideal as a meditation wine, or alongside delicate desserts featuring citrus, nuts, or custard.

Tech Sheet

• Type: Sweet white wine (passito)

• Vintage: 2019

• Grapes: White varietals (late-harvested)

• Region: South Tyrol, Italy

• Soil: Clay, gravel, limestone

• Harvest: Winter drying, pressed in February

• Appearance: Golden yellow

• Aromas: Lemon, quince, honey

• Palate: Peach, mint, fresh acidity

• Pairings: Blue cheese, citrus desserts, pastries

• Serving temp: 10–12°C

• Cellaring: Up to 10 years

Lieselehof – Morandell Estate

Family roots and sustainable innovation

Lieselehof is a family-run winery based in Caldaro, at the foot of the Mendola Pass in South Tyrol. Founded in 1993 by the Morandell family on limestone and gravel soils between 250 and 1250 m a.s.l., it takes its name from “Liesele,” Elisabeth, the founder’s wife. Today it is managed by the second generation, Julian and Maximilian, and stands out for its focus on sustainability and innovation with disease-resistant PIWI varieties.

Organic viticulture and PIWI grape pioneers

A pioneer in Italy, Lieselehof was among the first wineries to adopt PIWI grapes—fungus-resistant varieties that eliminate the need for chemical treatments. The vineyards are certified organic, managed without herbicides or pesticides, with a deep respect for biodiversity and soil health. Yields are limited to 1.5 kg per plant to ensure high-quality, concentrated fruit.

A living vineyard museum

The estate hosts a remarkable Vine Museum, with more than 350 grape varieties from around the world. It is a unique biodiversity collection open to visitors. Lieselehof is also a wine resort and agritourism facility offering vineyard tours, tastings, and accommodation in eco-friendly apartments for a complete wine immersion experience.

Winemaking and style

In the cellar, vinification follows natural and non-invasive methods: spontaneous fermentations, no synthetic additives, and minimal filtration. The range includes crisp whites like Julian, elegant reds from Pinot Noir, orange wines from Solaris and Bronner, as well as traditional method and ancestral sparkling wines. The style is expressive, mineral, and structured—natural wines that age gracefully and reflect their alpine terroir.