Origin

This steep 21 hectare (52 acres) south-southwest-facing site features moderately-deep, stony soil of eroded clayey slate. A special feature of the Zeltinger Sonnenuhr is the prevalence of surfaces that were not subjected to the process of wholesale vineyard restructuring and resurfacing known as Flurbereinigung and that harbor ancient, ungrafted Riesling vines. Wines from the Zeltinger Sonnenuhr are incredibly elegant and delicate, with an abundant interplay of flavors and filigree acid structure.

Vinification

The grapes were harvested at the end of October and strictly sorted by hand. The fully ripened berries were gently crushed and briefly macerated on their skins, which are rich in aroma and minerals. The must fermented slowly and spontaneously at low temperatures, so that complex fruit aroma could develop perfectly. It then received an extended stay on its lees in stainless steel tank.