COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Sauvignon Blanc
PRODUCER
Weingut Sattlerhof
REGION
Steiermark
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Sattlerhof Ried Sernauberg Sauvignon Blanc 2018 is a single-vineyard wine from Südsteiermark, Austria, classified as an 'Erste STK Lage'. This designation highlights the premium quality derived from the specific terroir of the steep, southeast-facing Ried Sernauberg vineyard, characterized by sandy and gravelly soils. Weingut Sattlerhof, a family estate with a legacy dating back to 1887, is a pioneer in producing high-quality dry white wines and is committed to organic and biodynamic viticulture, holding Respekt certification. The 2018 vintage benefited from a favorable growing season in Austria, with a balanced spring and warm summer contributing to the ripeness of the grapes.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€32
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards planted in 1974 and 1983.
Fact 02
Vineyard is extremely steep and faces southeast.
Fact 03
Respekt certified organic and biodynamic farming.
Fact 04
Part of the 'Erste STK Lage' classification.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Sattlerhof Ried Sernauberg Sauvignon Blanc is produced by Weingut Sattlerhof, a winery committed to organic and biodynamic viticulture. The grapes are grown on the steep, southeast-facing Ried Sernauberg vineyard. Winemaking typically involves fermentation in stainless steel tanks to preserve the wine's aromatic profile. The estate's philosophy emphasizes minimal intervention, allowing the unique characteristics of the vineyard and vintage to be expressed in the final wine. The 2018 vintage benefited from a favorable growing season in Austria.
