COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Sauvignon Blanc
PRODUCER
Weingut Lackner-Tinnacher
REGION
Steiermark
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Ried Welles Sauvignon Blanc from Weingut Lackner-Tinnacher is a single-vineyard wine from Styria, Austria, classified as a Große STK Lage. The vineyard itself is a steep, wind-exposed site at high altitude, characterized by stony, mineral-rich soils that encourage deep root growth. This challenging terroir contributes to the wine's mineral-driven profile and significant aging potential. Weingut Lackner-Tinnacher is one of Styria's oldest estates, now managed under Katharina Tinnacher, who has transitioned the estate to certified organic farming. The estate's philosophy emphasizes meticulous vineyard work to achieve wines that are individual, elegant, and reflective of their terroir. The 2019 vintage is noted for its elegance and cool aromatic profile, a result of the region's climate and the specific conditions of the year.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyard sits at 450-510 meters altitude.
Fact 02
Certified organic cultivation.
Fact 03
Aged for 18 months in large oak barrels.
Fact 04
Große STK Lage designation (Grand Cru equivalent).
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for the Ried Welles Sauvignon Blanc begins with meticulous hand-harvesting of grapes, often late in the season. Following a period of maceration (18 hours), the grapes are gently pressed. Fermentation is spontaneous, utilizing 100% wild yeast in large, traditional oak barrels (1000-2500 liters). The wine then undergoes an aging process of 18 months in similar large oak barrels. The estate practices certified organic cultivation and emphasizes detailed handwork in the vineyard as core tenets of its production philosophy.
