Der Rebenhof Zweigelt Saignée 2018
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| Management number | 253563116 | Release Date | 2026/10/24 | List Price | CA$10.80 | Model Number | 253563116 | ||
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Der Rebenhof's Zweigelt Saignée is made from 100% Zweigelt grown on a single steep slope in Süd Steiermark, Austria's southernmost wine region. The vines are approximately 30 years old and rooted in ancient river and lakebed deposits of sandstone, gravel, and calcareous marl. The estate is Demeter-certified biodynamic, a status Hartmut Aubell has held since 2016.
Saignée (French for "bleeding") refers to the practice of drawing off a portion of juice after the red grape skins and must have rested together briefly — typically a few hours to a day. This short skin contact gives the wine its color and structure while preserving freshness and bright fruit. The wine is aged in stainless steel, keeping it clean and lively with no oak influence.
On the nose: hibiscus, dried rose petal, and fresh cherry. On the palate: tart cranberry, sour cherry, earthy beet, and a hint of pine forest. The acidity is lively and the tannins are minimal, making this an ideal candidate for a slight chill before serving.
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