COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Grüner Veltliner
PRODUCER
Weingut Hirsch
REGION
Niederösterreich
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Weingut Hirsch Kammern Grüner Veltliner 2022 hails from the Kamptal DAC region of Austria. Produced by Weingut Hirsch, a fifth-generation family estate, this wine is a testament to the unique terroir of Kammern, characterized by loess and loam soils. The estate's philosophy centers on biodynamic farming and expressing the distinctiveness of the Kamptal region through Grüner Veltliner and Riesling. The 2022 vintage, despite challenging weather patterns, yielded wines with notable spice and balance.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
9-11°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Biodynamically farmed, following Respekt-certified guidelines.
Fact 02
Pioneered the use of screw caps in Austria.
Fact 03
Sourced from multiple sites in the outer rim of Kammern.
Fact 04
Soils are a fascinating mix of loess and loam.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Weingut Hirsch Kammern Grüner Veltliner 2022 begins with whole bunch pressing. Fermentation is carried out in stainless steel tanks using natural yeasts. Following fermentation, the wine is matured on its lees for eight months, with a portion of this aging taking place in large oak barrels alongside stainless steel tanks. This process aims to develop the wine's character and structure.
