COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Rhine Riesling
PRODUCER
Villa Sandahl
REGION
Badacsony
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Sandahl Odins horse Riesling 2020 is a dry white wine from Villa Sandahl, located in the Badacsony Wine District of Hungary. As part of the producer's 'Solid Ground' range, it represents an accessible expression of their winemaking philosophy. Villa Sandahl was established in 2004 by Swedish brothers Christer and Thord Sandahl, who are dedicated to producing high-quality Rhine Riesling. The Badacsony region, with its volcanic soils, provides a distinctive terroir for this grape. This particular wine is a blend of juice fractions from various vineyards within the estate, aiming to reflect the house style and the characteristics of the 2020 vintage.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€8
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
12-15°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Odins horse' hints at Norse mythology, a unique touch for a Hungarian wine.
Fact 02
Villa Sandahl exclusively cultivates Rhine Riesling, showcasing its versatility.
Fact 03
This wine is an entry-level offering, yet crafted with meticulous attention to detail.
Fact 04
The producer is Swedish, bringing a Scandinavian sensibility to Hungarian winemaking.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Sandahl Odins horse Riesling 2020 is produced using 100% Rhine Riesling grapes from the Badacsony region. The winemaking process begins with whole bunch pressing. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel vats at controlled, low temperatures, ranging from 6°C to 15°C, over a period of three months. The wine is a blend of the third fraction of pressings from various Rhine Riesling parcels, utilizing selected yeasts specific to the varietal. Following fermentation, the wine is aged in stainless steel vats. Viticultural practices include medium-high cordon training, short pruning, and strict yield control, with an average of 1.5 kg per vine. Harvest timing is determined by phenolic ripeness, and grapes are hand-harvested.
