COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
100% Sauvignon Blanc
PRODUCER
Albiana
REGION
Posavje
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Albiana Sauvignon Alto is a 100% Sauvignon Blanc from the Dolenjska sub-region of Slovenia's Posavje region. The wine is a tribute to the Žaren family's legacy, with the 'Alto' designation representing a selection from their best vineyards. The grapes are sourced from the Pšak Single vineyard, known for its steep, northeast-facing slopes and marl-clay soils. The producer emphasizes sustainable farming practices and low yields to ensure high quality. The winemaking involves spontaneous fermentation and aging in French oak barrels, bottled without fining or filtering. The wine's distinctive characteristic is described as 'Tension'.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€25
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Albiana' honors the founder's grandparents, Albin and Ana.
Fact 02
Grapes are grown on steep slopes with up to a 35% inclination.
Fact 03
The wine's core attribute is described by the producer as 'Tension'.
Fact 04
Albiana produces just under 50,000 bottles annually.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Albiana Sauvignon Alto is crafted using grapes from the Pšak Single vineyard. The winemaking process begins with a hand harvest in mid-September. Fermentation occurs spontaneously at low temperatures in oak barrels, encompassing both alcoholic and malolactic stages. Following fermentation, the wine matures for 10-12 months on its fine lees in French oak barrels. The wine is bottled without fining or filtering, with a minimal addition of sulfur. The producer employs sustainable farming practices and aims for low yields.
