COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Riesling Sylvaner
PRODUCER
Weingut Obrecht AG
REGION
Graubünden
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Medium
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Weingut Obrecht Riesling Sylvaner Schiefer 2021 is a biodynamically produced white wine from the Graubünden AOC in Switzerland. The 'Schiefer' in its name refers to the slate soils from which the grapes are sourced, contributing to the wine's distinct minerality. Weingut Obrecht AG, a family estate with a long history, is committed to sustainable and biodynamic practices, aiming to create wines that reflect the purity of their origin. This particular selection highlights old vines and a winemaking approach focused on expressing the essence of the grape and its terroir.
ALCOHOL
10.8%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
6-6°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Named for the slate (Schiefer) soils it grows on.
Fact 02
Biodynamically farmed for a connection to nature.
Fact 03
Aged in traditional clay amphorae.
Fact 04
Low sulfur usage is a hallmark.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Weingut Obrecht Riesling Sylvaner Schiefer involves biodynamically farmed grapes, cultivated on slate soils. The wine undergoes spontaneous fermentation, utilizing natural yeasts. Post-fermentation, it is aged in clay amphorae, a technique that allows for gentle maturation. The producer emphasizes minimal intervention, aiming to express the purity of the grape and its terroir through these methods.
