COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Sauvignon Blanc
PRODUCER
Weingut Tement
REGION
Steiermark
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Familienweingut Tement, established in 1959, is located in the picturesque region of Southern Styria (Südsteiermark), Austria. Manfred Tement took over the estate at a young age and, alongside his sons Armin and Stefan, has elevated it to one of the world's premier estates for Sauvignon Blanc. The 'Korallenkalk' bottling is a village wine (Ortswein) from Ehrenhausen, named after the unique coralline limestone soils of the region. Millions of years ago, this area was covered by the Paratethys Sea, leaving behind fossilized coral reefs that now form the bedrock of the vineyards. Today, the estate is fully certified organic and biodynamic, focusing on preserving this unique geological heritage through sustainable viticulture.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€27
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name Korallenkalk refers to the ancient fossilized coral reefs from the Paratethys Sea that form the vineyard's limestone bedrock.
Fact 02
The estate is certified biodynamic by Demeter and respekt-BIODYN, reflecting a deep commitment to ecological balance.
Fact 03
The dramatic 2023 vintage overcame severe landslides and hailstorms to produce low yields of exceptionally concentrated fruit.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for the Ehrenhausen Korallenkalk Sauvignon Blanc emphasizes minimal intervention to allow the unique terroir to shine. Grapes are selectively hand-harvested from vines aged between 17 and 41 years. Following harvest, the juice undergoes spontaneous fermentation using only indigenous wild yeasts. The wine is then aged for 18 months on its fine lees ('sur lie') in a combination of large, neutral oak casks and stainless steel tanks. To preserve its natural texture, structural integrity, and mineral complexity, the wine is bottled unfiltered with minimal sulfur additions.
