COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
N/A
GRAPE
100% Riesling de Rin (Rhine Riesling)
PRODUCER
Villa Vinea
REGION
Transylvania
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Riesling de Rin Selection by Villa Vinea is a white wine from the Târnave DOC-CMD in Transylvania, Romania, made from 100% Rhine Riesling. The winery, Villa Vinea, was founded by Heiner Oberrauch, who sought to capture the essence of the Târnave region. The vineyards are located on hills with southern exposure, featuring soils rich in limestone and clay. The region's continental climate, with its temperature variations and characteristic autumn fogs, influences the slow ripening of the grapes. The winemaking aims to express the unique terroir of this protected designation of origin.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€12
STYLE
Classic
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The winery's cellar is gravity-fed and built on three underground levels for gentle grape processing.
Fact 02
The Târnave region's soil is rich in limestone and clay, contributing to the wine's minerality.
Fact 03
Autumn fogs in the Târnave valley are crucial for slow grape ripening and preserving acidity.
Fact 04
Villa Vinea was founded by Heiner Oberrauch, who was drawn to Transylvania's Tuscan-like landscapes.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Riesling de Rin Selection begins with gentle handling of the grapes, facilitated by Villa Vinea's modern, gravity-fed cellar built on three underground levels. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks under carefully controlled temperatures. This technique is employed to preserve the wine's fresh fruit profile and inherent minerality. Following fermentation, the wine is aged in stainless steel, further emphasizing its crispness and vibrant character. The harvest is influenced by the regional climate, with autumn fogs contributing to a slow ripening process that enhances grape quality.
