COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Sauvignon Blanc
PRODUCER
Familienweingut Tement
REGION
Steiermark
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Weingut Tement Ried Grassnitzberg Sauvignon Blanc Riff 2021 originates from the Südsteiermark region of Austria. The 'Riff' designation highlights the unique shell limestone and marine sediment soil of the Grassnitzberg vineyard, a key element in the wine's profile. This wine is classified as an 'Erste STK Lage', signifying its origin from a premier Styrian vineyard site. Familienweingut Tement, the producer, is a family estate with a long history of producing high-quality white wines, emphasizing traditional practices alongside a commitment to nature and sustainable viticulture on the region's steep terrain.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€35
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The vineyard soil is a 'reef' of shell limestone and marine sediments.
Fact 02
Vineyards are on steep slopes, requiring manual labor.
Fact 03
The wine is an 'Erste STK Lage', a classification for top vineyard sites.
Fact 04
Demeter certified biodynamic farming since 2022.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Weingut Tement Ried Grassnitzberg Sauvignon Blanc Riff 2021 involves selective manual harvesting of late-ripening grapes. Fermentation and subsequent aging occur over 30 months on fine lees in large, neutral wooden barrels. This extended lees aging is a key technique aimed at developing complexity and texture. The estate adheres to organic principles and is a member of the Demeter Association and Respekt Gruppe, reflecting a strong commitment to sustainable and biodynamic viticulture.
