COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Grüner Veltliner, Riesling, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc, Traminer
PRODUCER
Weingut Zahel
REGION
Vienna
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Weingut Zahel's Wiener Gemischter Satz 2023 is a white wine that embodies the rich tradition of Viennese winemaking. It is a 'Gemischter Satz,' a field blend where multiple grape varieties are planted, harvested, and fermented together, a practice deeply rooted in Vienna's wine culture. Weingut Zahel, with a long family history in Vienna, is dedicated to championing this traditional wine. The wine hails from Vienna, a region known for its unique urban vineyards and the cultural significance of its 'Heuriger' wine taverns. The 2023 vintage reflects the conditions of that year, contributing to the wine's character.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€19
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
A 'Gemischter Satz' means grapes are planted, grown, harvested, and fermented together.
Fact 02
No single grape can be more than 50% of the blend in a Wiener Gemischter Satz DAC.
Fact 03
Vienna is one of the world's few capital cities with significant urban vineyards.
Fact 04
This wine is a modern revival of a centuries-old Viennese tradition.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Weingut Zahel's Wiener Gemischter Satz 2023 is produced using the traditional field blend method, where multiple grape varieties are planted, harvested, and fermented together. Fermentation is often spontaneous, utilizing native yeasts, typically in stainless steel tanks. The wine undergoes aging for approximately 8 months before bottling. Weingut Zahel practices organic and biodynamic farming, holding Demeter certification, reflecting their commitment to sustainable viticulture. The producer focuses on reviving and elevating the historic Wiener Gemischter Satz.
