Rivaner 2011
The wine
This crossing of Riesling x Gutedel gives a light, delicate wine, with fine fruit flavors that is very lively and gives a perfect aperitif wine. Due to ist early ripening, Rivaner is always a harbinger oft the new vintage.
alcohol by vol.: 11,5%, acidity: 6,9‰ residual sugar: 2,8 g/l
The soil: eroded primary rock and loess soil in the Kamptal
The wine-making:
The Rivaner is harvested at the beginning of September. The berries are carefully destemmed and then gently pressed. The temperature-controlled, cool fermentation in stainless steel tanks, promotest he development of fruit and aromatic components. This wines is bottled very young – in early autumn.
Ageing potential: 2012, tastes best young
Food accompany: The interaction of juvenile charm, discreet acidity and fruity aromas make this wine an ideal welcome drink. It also goes very well with grilled, breaded and braised meat and it is also a perfect match for the Austrian roasted goose dishes traditionally served in November.
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