COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Riesling
PRODUCER
Vinarstvi Spalek
REGION
Moravia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Spalek Velky Sud 2021 is a 100% Riesling from the Znojmo sub-region of South Moravia, Czech Republic. Produced by Vinarstvi Spalek, a family winery with a history dating back to 1992, the grapes are sourced from the Kraví hora vineyard. The winery practices organic and partly biodynamic farming. The wine's name, 'Velký Sud,' suggests a connection to traditional large barrel aging or significant maturation. This wine is noted for its complexity and potential for aging.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€14
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Grapes are processed using gravity, a gentle method avoiding pumps.
Fact 02
The winery was the first in the Znojmo region to adopt gravity processing.
Fact 03
The Kraví hora vineyard is known for its slate soil.
Fact 04
The wine is aged for one year in oak barrels.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Spalek Velky Sud 2021 is produced from late harvest Riesling grapes. The winemaking process utilizes gravity processing, a gentle method that avoids the use of pumps. Following harvest, the wine undergoes aging for one year in oak barrels. The winery's approach emphasizes careful vineyard management and the use of estate-grown fruit.
