Winkler-Hermaden Pinot Blanc
WHY WE LOVE IT
- The Pinot Blanc from Winkler-Hermaden winery is cultivated in the beautiful vineyards of Kapfenstein and Klöcher Koge.
- This wine is made from organically farmed grapes and is Certified Organic, utilizing sustainable and regenerative agricultural practices.
- Known locally as Weißburgunder, it originates from volcanic soils.
- The wine presents a dry and smooth profile, exhibiting vibrant notes of citrus and yellow apple, along with a distinct mineral and salty finish.
Varietal Composition: 100% Pinot Blanc
Elaboration: Pinot Blanc is cultivated using organic and sustainable methods. It undergoes cool stainless-steel fermentation to preserve its fresh varietal fruit character, followed by brief aging on fine lees to enhance texture. It undergoes expansion drying and spends 5 months on the yeast in a steel tank, adhering to organic regenerative practices.
Tasting Notes: The classic Pinot Blanc has a lively, fresh acidity and impresses with its soft, salty body and delicate nuttiness. Distinctive apple, some citrus fruit, finely salty on the palate, paired with apple and almond notes and a spicy finish.
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PRODUCER BACKGROUND
Winkler-Hermaden Winery is a family-run estate in Kapfenstein, Austria, known for its organic and sustainable farming practices across 38 hectares of vineyards. Established in 1918, it specializes in terroir-driven wines that reflect the volcanic characteristics of the Styrian Vulkanland region.
The estate cultivates 21 grape varieties, including Sauvignon Blanc, Burgunder types, Blauer Zweigelt, and Pinot Noir. Committed to organic farming since 2009 and adopting regenerative methods in 2022, key vineyard sites include Ried Kirchleiten and Ried Schlosskogel. A historic 11th-century castle and a 350-year-old Long Cellar enhance its production, now managed by Christof, Thomas, and Wolfgang Winkler-Hermaden, focusing on regionality and sustainability.