COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
100% Riesling
PRODUCER
Jeff Carrel
REGION
Languedoc-Roussillon
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Sur Le Fil is a 100% Riesling white wine from the Languedoc region of France, specifically designated as IGP Hérault. The name 'Sur Le Fil,' meaning 'On the Wire,' reflects the wine's balanced profile. Jeff Carrel, the producer, is known for his dynamic approach to winemaking in the South of France, aiming to create wines with strong identities that respect their origins and the environment. This wine is notable for showcasing the Riesling grape, typically found in cooler climates, in the warmer Languedoc terroir. The 2023 vintage has received critical acclaim, including a Gold medal from the International Wine & Spirits Awards.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€13
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
12-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Sur Le Fil' translates to 'On the Wire,' symbolizing the wine's precise balance.
Fact 02
This Riesling is grown in the warm Languedoc, a departure from the grape's typical cool-climate origins.
Fact 03
The wine is made with indigenous yeasts, allowing for a natural fermentation process.
Fact 04
It is produced using organic viticulture practices.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Sur Le Fil is produced through direct pressing of the Riesling grapes. Fermentation is conducted in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks using indigenous yeasts and without the addition of sulfur dioxide. The wine is then aged on its lees for an extended period, either in used barrels for 18 months or in stainless steel and concrete vats for 6-8 months, with some lees stirring. This process emphasizes natural expression and minimal intervention, aiming to capture the purity of the grape and the terroir.
