COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2024
GRAPE
Aligoté, Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Biologist Craft Winery
REGION
Kyiv and Odesa regions
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Renaissance White by Biologist Craft Winery is a still white wine from Ukraine, representing a commitment to biodynamic and organic viticulture. The winery, situated near Kyiv, is a pioneer in Ukraine for its adoption of these sustainable practices. The wine is a blend of 50% Aligoté and 50% Chardonnay, with the grapes sourced from both Odesa and Kyiv regions. This wine is a testament to the winemaker's philosophy of minimal intervention, aiming to capture the essence of the land through natural processes. The 2024 vintage highlights the winery's dedication to producing wines with distinct character and longevity.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€43
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
First officially biodynamic winery in Ukraine.
Fact 02
Uses wild yeasts for spontaneous fermentation.
Fact 03
Bottled with minimal or no filtration.
Fact 04
Combines Aligoté and Chardonnay for a unique profile.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Renaissance White is produced using grapes from biodynamically and organically farmed vineyards. The winemaking process emphasizes natural methods, including spontaneous fermentation with wild yeasts. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes 12 months of aging in oak barrels. The winery's philosophy is rooted in minimal intervention, with a focus on sustainability and expressing the unique character of the Ukrainian terroir. Many of their wines, including this one, are bottled with minimal or no filtration.
