Hutter-Silberbichlerhof – Smaragd Grüner Veltliner Alte Point
| Producer: |
Hutter-Silberbichlerhof |
| Wine: |
Smaragd© Grüner Veltliner Alte Point |
| Grape Variety: |
Grüner Veltliner |
| Production Zone: |
Wachau |
| Altitude: |
250m above sea level |
| Surface Area/Yield: |
6000kg/ha, approx. 3ha on right bank of Danube (Mautern) |
| Exposure: |
east-west flat |
| Soil: |
loam and sand |
| Vinification & Aging: |
After manually harvesting the grapes they go through a selection for the best crop of the area. The grapes then were put through crushing and de-stemming, followed by the first alcoholic fermentation that lasts 3-4 weeks in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. After an additional 6-8 months aging and another 6 months in the bottle, the wine was released. |
| Production: |
8000 bottles |
| Alcohol: |
14.5% |
| pH: |
3.2-3.4 |
| Acidity: |
6.2g/l |
| Sugars: |
1.0g/l |
| Sulfites: |
40mg |
| Description: |
Scents of peach, pear, and apricot, pleasantly round on the palate with nice acidity and a velvety finish |
| Food Pairing: |
Smoked trout, salmon, but also excellent with veal and pasta |
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