Vineyard Profile Scheiben vineyard is located on the heart of the Wagram slope Vine age: more than 50 years Altitude: 240 -260 meters Aspect: South Soils: pure loess, rich in limestone Harvest Notes No herbicides for 25 years No pesticides for 10 years No irrigation or fertilizers 12 hours of skin contact, then pneumatic pressing 12 hours settling, clear juice fermentation with selected yeasts in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks After 5 weeks the wine is transferred on full lees to large wooden casks for 9 months Winemaker's Notes Medium green-yellow. Elegant aromas and flavors of Golden Delicious apple and passion fruit are enveloped in delicate orange zest and a touch of peppery spice. Tautly structured with juicy acidity. Notes of tropical fruit join in on the dark mineral finish. Excellent aging potential. Wine Summary 100% Gruner Veltliner; Scheiben “Erste Lagen” vineyard; vine age over 50 years; pure loess soils rich in limestone; no herbicides or pesticides; 13.2% alcohol; hand harvested; 12 hours skin contact; 5 weeks maceration; 9 months on full lees. Technical Information 100% Gruner Veltliner grapes Alcohol: 13.2% RS: 2.2 g/L TA: 5.6 g/L