COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Weissburgunder
PRODUCER
Weingut Neumeister
REGION
Vulkanland Steiermark
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Neumeister Straden Weissburgunder 2023 hails from Weingut Neumeister, a third-generation family winery in Straden, Vulkanland Steiermark, Austria. The wine is a testament to its origin, showcasing the minerality of steep Styrian hillsides with a distinct crystalline character. The vineyards, farmed organically since 2013, are located on challenging slopes at high altitudes. The 2023 vintage benefited from a long growing season and late harvest, contributing to the wine's depth. This particular bottling is noted for its unique terroir expression, echoing some characteristics found in the producer's Sauvignon Blanc.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€21
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
9-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards are situated on steep slopes between 340-380 meters altitude.
Fact 02
Certified organic farming practices have been in place since 2013.
Fact 03
The wine shares a cool, spicy, almost smoky character with Neumeister's Sauvignon Blanc.
Fact 04
Received 93 points from Falstaff for the 2023 vintage.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Neumeister Straden Weissburgunder 2023 undergoes a winemaking process that emphasizes natural methods and terroir expression. Following a maceration of approximately 12 hours, spontaneous fermentation occurs using the grape's own yeast in stainless steel tanks and large, neutral wooden barrels. The wine is then aged on its fine lees for an extended period, typically four to eight months, and further matured for about a year in steel. Harvest is performed by hand with meticulous selection. The winery's approach is rooted in organic viticulture and a philosophy of authenticity.
