COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Gelber Muskateller
PRODUCER
Familienweingut Tement
REGION
Steiermark
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Weingut Tement Gelber Muskateller Sand & Schiefer 2021 is a dry white wine from Styria, Austria, specifically from the Südsteiermark DAC. The wine's identity is deeply tied to its 'Sand & Schiefer' terroir, indicating a vineyard floor composed of sand and slate. Familienweingut Tement, a family-run estate, is committed to organic and biodynamic farming practices, aligning with groups like Demeter and respekt-BIODYN. The Tement family's approach emphasizes balance with nature and a blend of tradition and innovation in their winemaking.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€24
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The 'Sand & Schiefer' name highlights the wine's specific soil origin.
Fact 02
Weingut Tement is a member of the Demeter Association and respekt-BIODYN.
Fact 03
The winery operates on principles of a modern circular economy.
Fact 04
Gelber Muskateller is also known as Muscat Blanc à Petits Grains.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Weingut Tement Gelber Muskateller Sand & Schiefer 2021 emphasizes preserving the grape's natural character. Grapes are typically hand-harvested to ensure quality and then gently pressed. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks under controlled temperatures, a technique designed to retain the wine's bright aromatics and freshness. The wine does not undergo oak aging, with maturation taking place in stainless steel to highlight the purity of the fruit and the influence of the 'Sand & Schiefer' terroir. The producer's commitment to biodynamic and organic farming is a foundational element of their approach.
