COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Grüner Veltliner
PRODUCER
Bio Weingut Zahel GmbH
REGION
Vienna
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Finish
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Zahel An Amphora Grüner Veltliner is a white wine from Vienna, Austria, produced by Bio Weingut Zahel GmbH. This 2020 vintage is made from 100% Grüner Veltliner grapes. The 'An Amphora' designation indicates the use of traditional clay vessels in its production. Bio Weingut Zahel GmbH is a family-run winery in its fourth generation, committed to organic and biodynamic farming practices, holding Demeter certification. The winery cultivates vineyards across Vienna, utilizing diverse soil types. The wine's production aligns with the producer's philosophy of creating wines in harmony with nature and respecting traditional craftsmanship.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€27
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vienna is the only capital city in the world with significant wine production within its city limits.
Fact 02
Amphorae, used for fermentation and aging, are ancient clay vessels dating back thousands of years.
Fact 03
Biodynamic farming goes beyond organic by incorporating lunar cycles and specific preparations.
Fact 04
Grüner Veltliner is Austria's most planted indigenous grape variety.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Zahel An Amphora Grüner Veltliner 2020 is produced using biodynamic viticulture practices. The 'An Amphora' designation indicates that the wine likely underwent fermentation and/or aging in traditional clay amphorae. This technique is a key aspect of the winemaking process, aiming to impart unique characteristics to the wine. Bio Weingut Zahel GmbH follows a philosophy of minimal intervention, allowing the natural expression of the Grüner Veltliner grape and the Viennese terroir to shine through.
