COLOUR
Orange
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Grüner Veltliner
PRODUCER
Winzer Krems
REGION
Niederösterreich
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Winzer Krems Orange Grüner Veltliner 2020 is a distinctive wine from Lower Austria, specifically the Kremstal region. It is produced by Winzer Krems, a large cooperative comprising over 900 winegrowers. This wine stands out due to its vinification process, which involves extended skin contact, a method more commonly associated with red wine production. This technique is employed to enhance the wine's complexity and texture, offering a unique profile that also serves as an accessible entry point for those new to orange wines. The grapes are hand-harvested, reflecting a careful approach to fruit selection.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€12
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
10-14°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Made 'like a red wine' with extended skin contact.
Fact 02
A gateway to exploring orange wines.
Fact 03
Represents the work of over 900 winegrowers.
Fact 04
Grapes are hand-harvested.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Winzer Krems Orange Grüner Veltliner 2020 is produced using extended skin maceration, a technique where the grape skins remain in contact with the juice for an extended period, typically 18 days. This process contributes to the wine's color and complexity. Fermentation is spontaneous, utilizing natural yeasts and potentially occurring in open oak barrels. Following fermentation, the wine is aged on its lees to further develop its texture and flavor profile. The grapes are hand-harvested, indicating a focus on fruit quality. Winzer Krems, as a cooperative, operates with a philosophy that combines the use of healthy, ripe grapes with modern winemaking technology.
