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Ried

ZIEREGG
STEILRIEGEL

Morillon

Unique, not only because the synonym for Chardonnay is Morillon in Styria alone. Also, for the top-site Zieregg, it´s grown on; on coralline chalk. Ever-present herbal aroma, dried apple, and exotic fruit. Easily accessible, mineralic, and exceptionally fresh.

0,75l

€ 60,00

2020

incl. VAT plus shipping costs

Also available as: Magnum 1,5lt

Single-vineyard Zieregg Steilriegel was planted with Morillon to over 90%. Characterized by cambisol and coralline limestone soil, the old vines grow on a 16 million year old coral reef.

Cool winds favour the very aromatic expression of the grapes. To allow the whole complexity of the single-vineyard and variety to be reflected in the bottle, a prolonged ageing process in small neutral oak barrels (228 lt) is crucial. After natural fermentation this Chardonnay was fermented for more than 24 months “sur lie”. Bottled unfiltered.

Exceptional vintage with inspiring length. Ageing potential 20 years and more.

 

 

Vintage: 2020

Grape Variety: Morillon

Appellation: Cru Wine Südsteiermark DAC

Classification: STK Grand Cru

Soil: Steep vineyard on a sea level of 330 - 490 m with an exposition facing South to Southwest. 15 million years ago the Paratethys Ocean covered South Styria and is remembered by majestic coralline limestone reef. The “Zieregg” vineyard is highly influenced by this distinctive sub soil. It goes without saying that the wines produced on this beautiful site get characteristics from its past as well. Expect profound and elegant wines with a whole lot of structure, distinctiveness and great aging potential.

Vinification: After natural fermentation 24 months in small neutral oak barrels (228lt) sur lie; bottled unfiltered.

Alcohol: 13 % vol.

Residual Sugar: 2,1 g/l RS dry

Acidity: 6,9 g/l tbS

STK Grand Cru

Exquisite single-vineyard wines from the most exceptional STK Rieden (single vineyards). Favoured by extraordinary terroir and harvested late. Vines must be at least 15 years old. Yields are limited to 4500 litres per hectare. A minimum presence of ten years on the market guarantees exceptional quality.

Organic Farming

Organic agriculture AT-BIO 402.

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Datasheet

Ried Zieregg

We have redefined our iconic vineyard Zieregg. Thus, there are now four vineyards that surround our homebase at an altitude of between 350 and 490 meters above sea level.
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family business since 1959

100% in-house production

authentical wines of origin

organic agriculture AT-BIO-402

careful manual labour

slow and gentle maturation of the wines

hand harvested grapes

natural and spontaneous fermentation

Wine Recommendations

Wine is not static.
It evolves, matures and changes over time.

Armin Tement

Our Standards

More than 15 years ago we started taking the first steps towards organic farming. We are now in the phase to convert to biodynamics. A logical step for us and a beginning without end. Every year we learn something new, observe nature and get closer to it bit by bit. We see our business as a form of modern circular economy in which wine is part of an overall concept. Partnerships with horse and cattle farmers have just as much space here as the use of the company’s own forest for energy production. Wine as a way of life.