COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Rumeni plavec, Muscat, Traminer, Žametna črnina, Pinot Blanc, Riesling, Kraljevina, Chardonnay, Welschriesling
PRODUCER
Keltis
REGION
Lower Styria
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Finish
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Keltis Zan 2021 is a white wine from the Bizeljsko region of Lower Styria, Slovenia. It is a blend of multiple indigenous and regional grape varieties, including Rumeni plavec, Muscat, Traminer, Žametna črnina, Pinot Blanc, Riesling, Kraljevina, Chardonnay, and Welschriesling. The wine is produced with a low-intervention, natural winemaking approach, often characterized by a light maceration process that gives it a unique color and aromatic intensity. The Keltis winery, run by the Kelhar family, has a long-standing winemaking tradition in the region, focusing on biodynamic principles and reflecting the terroir in their wines. The Zan wines are known for their drinkability and approachable style.
ALCOHOL
10.5%
AVG. PRICE
€30
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
6-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
A blend of 9 different grape varieties.
Fact 02
Often described as 'wine for every day'.
Fact 03
Winemaking follows a biodynamic calendar.
Fact 04
Low alcohol content makes it highly drinkable.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Keltis Zan 2021 is produced using organic and biodynamic farming practices. The grapes are hand-picked in September. The winemaking process involves a 3-day maceration period with immediately pressed must. Fermentation is spontaneous, utilizing indigenous yeasts without the addition of cultured yeasts. The wine is aged for 6 months in stainless steel tanks. It is bottled unfined and unfiltered, with minimal or no added sulfur dioxide (SO2).
