COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Sauvignon Blanc
PRODUCER
Familienweingut Tement
REGION
Steiermark
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Familienweingut Tement, Ried Zieregg Kår Sauvignon Blanc 2021 originates from the renowned Ried Zieregg vineyard in Styria, Austria. This single-vineyard wine is a product of the Tement family's dedication to their land and winemaking heritage. Ried Zieregg is distinguished by its unique coralline limestone soil, a geological feature that significantly influences the wine's character. Familienweingut Tement is a family-run estate committed to biodynamic farming and sustainable practices, with multiple generations of the Tement family involved in its operation. The vineyard itself holds deep historical and emotional significance for the family.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€68
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyard soil formed from a 16-million-year-old coral reef.
Fact 02
Winery is a member of Demeter and Respekt Gruppe.
Fact 03
Low yields are a core tenet of their viticulture.
Fact 04
Biodynamic farming practices are central to their philosophy.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for this Sauvignon Blanc begins with selective hand-harvesting. Fermentation is spontaneous, utilizing natural yeasts. The wine then undergoes aging for 18 to 24 months in large, neutral wooden barrels and/or stainless steel tanks. Finally, the wine is bottled unfiltered. The winery adheres to biodynamic farming principles and is a member of the Demeter Association and the Respekt Gruppe, emphasizing sustainability and a circular economy.
