COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Gewürztraminer, Riesling, Muskateller
PRODUCER
Domaine Christian Binner
REGION
Alsace
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Binner Scarabee Skin-touch 2018 is a Vin de France white wine from Alsace, a blend of 60% Gewürztraminer, 30% Riesling, and 10% Muskateller. The wine originates from Domaine Christian Binner, a family estate with roots in winemaking dating back to 1770. The estate practices biodynamic viticulture. The Scarabee Skin-touch is distinguished by its 'skin-touch' vinification method, indicating a period of skin contact during fermentation. This approach, combined with organic and natural winemaking practices, contributes to the wine's distinctive character.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
A blend of Gewürztraminer, Riesling, and Muskateller.
Fact 02
Vinified using indigenous yeasts.
Fact 03
Aged for 24 months in old oak barrels.
Fact 04
Unfiltered and unsulfured.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Binner Scarabee Skin-touch 2018 is produced through selective hand-harvesting. The vinification involves a two-week maceration period with grape skins ('skin-touch') followed by a very slow fermentation using indigenous yeasts. The wine then undergoes 24 months of aging in old oak barrels. It is bottled unfiltered and unsulfured. Domaine Christian Binner operates under biodynamic principles, emphasizing organic viticulture and a philosophy of respecting the natural development of the grapes and wine.
