Zweigelt 2021

The 2021 vintage, our smallest yet, is of exceptional quality. A cool spring limited fruit set, followed by a hot, dry summer that further reduced yields, resulting in an early harvest of intensely aromatic, concentrated grapes

 Hans' Winemaking Comments

A meticulous cold soak extracted colour, texture, and aromatic purity from pristine skins, followed by a slow, cool fermentation with indigenous wild yeasts to preserve finesse and complexity. After gentle pressing, the wine was transferred to a French oak barrique, where it underwent natural malolactic fermentation and matured for 30 months, building depth and seamless structure. Extended bottle ageing further refines its balance and expression. Unfined. Unfiltered. Nothing added, nothing taken away. Natural. Vegan.

The vitality and exuberance of its aromas captivate well before the first sip. Intense ripe blackcurrant and plum, interwoven with Szechuan pepper, cloves, and a whisper of nutmeg. This powerhouse is remarkably poised, vibrant acidity, a deep core of dark fruit, and firm, fine-grained tannins deliver structure without austerity. Dark, brooding, and savoury, yet lifted by a refreshing brightness on the long finish. A wine built to evolve, gracefully mellowing with age. 

Technical Data

A great wine for spicy and flavourful food or charcuterie. An excellent match to pork belly or rib-eye steak and Mediterranean herbs! The vibrant acidity cutting perfectly through even richer foods.