COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Pošip
PRODUCER
Testament Winery
REGION
Dalmatia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Testament Posip 2023 is a white wine made from 100% Pošip, an indigenous Croatian grape. Testament Winery, established in 2017, aims to merge Dalmatia's wine traditions with modern techniques, focusing on ecological vineyards and local varietals. The Pošip grape is grown in Jadrtovac, Northern Dalmatia, on limestone karst soils at elevations of 70-100 meters, contributing to a unique expression of the region's terroir. This approach seeks to highlight the specific characteristics of the Jadrtovac landscape.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
12-14°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Pošip is Croatia's most important indigenous white grape.
Fact 02
Vineyards are certified organic.
Fact 03
Grapes are handpicked at dawn to maintain freshness.
Fact 04
Wine is stirred on lees for two months.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Testament Posip 2023 involves hand-harvesting grapes in the early morning. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks over three to four weeks, utilizing both indigenous and inoculated yeasts under strict temperature control. Following fermentation, the wine is aged in stainless steel for two months, with stirring on lees for two months to enhance texture and complexity. The focus is on preserving the grape's natural fruit character and the wine's freshness.
