COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Grüner Veltliner
PRODUCER
Schödl
REGION
Niederösterreich
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Steinberg by Schödl is a 2022 Grüner Veltliner from Austria's Weinviertel region. The wine originates from the 'Steinberg' vineyard, situated at the highest elevation in Loidesthal, characterized by its cool, windy climate and stony soils composed of limestone and sandstone. This unique terroir, combined with old vines planted in the 1980s, contributes to the wine's distinctive mineral character. Weingut Schödl, managed by siblings Mathias, Viktoria, and Leonhard, practices certified organic and biodynamic viticulture, emphasizing a philosophy of 'honest craftsmanship' and producing pure, unadulterated wines. The 2022 vintage in Weinviertel experienced hot and dry conditions, resulting in concentrated wines with expressive fruit balanced by fine phenolic structure.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
€30
STYLE
Natural
When to drink
Now or Later
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The 'Steinberg' vineyard is the highest elevation site in Loidesthal.
Fact 02
The winery is certified organic and biodynamic (respekt-BIODYN).
Fact 03
Old vines, planted in the 1980s, are deeply rooted in the challenging terroir.
Fact 04
Winemaking involves minimal intervention, including aging on full lees without sulfur.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Steinberg Grüner Veltliner emphasizes minimal intervention. Grapes are typically whole-bunch pressed, and fermentation takes place in large wooden barrels. Following fermentation, the wine matures for one year on its full lees, then settles on fine lees in stainless steel tanks over winter. It is bottled unfiltered, aiming to preserve the wine's natural character and texture. The Schödl family's commitment to organic and biodynamic farming underpins their entire approach, ensuring that the vineyard's unique terroir is the primary focus.
