AUSTRIA
Zweigelt
2013 Zweigelt
Viticulture
Vineyard: |
Several vineyards located on Neubruch plateau. |
Soil Type: |
A selection of vineyards and soil types; gravel, Loess, sandy and clay. |
Vine Age: |
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Irrigation: |
No irrigation |
Harvest Date: |
16 October. |
Yield: |
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Vinification:
The Zweigelt grape varietal was created by Dr. Fritz Zweigelt in 1922 and is a cross between St. Laurent and Blaufrankish. It is the most planted red variety in Austria covering 14% of the total vineyards' surface.
This is a cuvee made from a selection of vineyards located on a plateau called Neubruch.
Harvested by hand, three weeks long maceration and fermentation in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks.
Tasting Notes:
Color: |
Light garnet. |
Nose: |
Ripe cherry and carnations with a hint of tar. |
Palate: |
It is fresh and fruity, with soft tannins and a pleasing aftertaste. |
Other: |
It will go well with pasta, pizza and grilled red meat. |
Chemical Analysis:
Alc (%): |
12.5 |
RS (g/l): |
1 |
TA (g/l): |
4.9 |
pH: |
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