2016 Sylvaner orange wine
Drink because…
This is a sophisticated orange wine.
Grapes
100% Sylvaner
Viticulture
The grapes are selected by hand to get the best quality from an old, small vineyard plot called Eppelsheimer Felsen.
Winemaking
Mash fermentation is performed. After three weeks, the grapes are pressed and the wine is stored in wooden barrels. A minimum amount of sulphur is added before bottling is used to stabilise the wine, which is unfiltered.
Tasting Note
Fine tannins add structure to this wine. It impresses with a mouthfeel reminiscent of a red wine with aromas of tea, spices and wood.
Technical Details
11.5% alcohol
5.9 gr/L acidity
Optimal drinking temperature is 10 degrees.