Description

Organic Orange Wine Pinot Gris Keltis – Lower Styria, Slovenia.

• The winegrower: The Kelhar Family.
• Region: Bizeljsko, Lower Styria, Slovenia.
• Grape variety: 100% Pinot Gris.
• Soil: Slate, clay and sandstone.
• Harvest: Hand picking, end of September. 
• Alc.: 13 % vol.
• Sweetness: Dry.
• Vintage: 2018.
• Volume: 750 ml.

Vinification:
Maceration takes place for 4 weeks in contact with the skins in a stainless steel container. Gentle compression with a pneumatic press. Maturation 24 months in oak barrels. The wine is unfiltered and a minimum amount of sulfites was added just before bottling. Ageing potential: 2020 – 2028.

Characteristics:
Hues of pale red as a consequence of extended maceration. Nose receives an elegant balance of red fruits and a hint of wooden bouquet. Taste is rounded, medium strong, with herbal and fruity notes.

Food pairings:
Carries enough boost to support a decent dish. Food pairing goes also with asparagus-based dishes, poultry and creamy sauces. Serving temperature: 12-16° C.