COLOUR
Rosé
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Rondo, Cabernet Cortis, Solaris
PRODUCER
Österlenvin
REGION
Skåne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Österlenvins Råsa 2023 is a rosé wine from Skåne, Sweden, produced by Österlenvin. The winery, founded in 2002 and now owned by Thorsten and Ylva Persson, focuses on artisanal white and rosé wines using PIWI grape varieties. These grapes are chosen for their resistance to diseases, reducing the need for pesticides. The vineyard benefits from calcareous soil with significant sand content, ensuring good drainage. Österlenvin is recognized as one of the early vineyards in the Skåne region. The winery experienced a significant fire in 2021, leading to the construction of a new facility completed in 2022, after which their wines were renamed. The 2023 vintage reflects this new chapter.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€20
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Österlenvin uses PIWI grapes, bred for disease resistance.
Fact 02
The winery was rebuilt after a fire in 2021.
Fact 03
It's one of the first vineyards established in Skåne.
Fact 04
The wine is named Råsa, meaning 'rosé' in Swedish.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Österlenvins Råsa is produced using Rondo, Cabernet Cortis, and Solaris grapes. The winemaking process emphasizes preserving the fresh fruit characteristics of these varieties. Fermentation is carefully managed to achieve this goal, and the wine typically undergoes minimal aging, often in stainless steel tanks, to maintain its vibrant profile. The winery's philosophy centers on artisanal production and sustainable practices, including the strategic use of PIWI grapes known for their disease resistance. The vineyard's soil composition, featuring calcareous sand, contributes to natural drainage. The recent completion of a new winery facility in 2022 has influenced the production methods for recent vintages.
