{"product_id":"zahel-ried-kaasgraben-gemischter-satz-wein-at-2018","title":"Zahel - 'Ried Kaasgraben' - Gemischter Satz - Wein, AT - 2018","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNotes from the Winery\/Importer\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA multifaceted, terroir-driven Viennese Gemischter Satz – powerful and elegant at the same time. Ripe fruit meets fine minerality, supported by moderate acidity and a sustainable biodynamic approach.\nThe character of the wine\nThis elegant Viennese Gemischter Satz comes from the cool single vineyard Ried Kaaasgraben, which faces northeast and offers a beautiful view of the Kaasgrabenkirche church. The high proportion of sandstone and shell limestone give it a lot of individuality and ageing potential.\nWhy \"Gemischter Satz\"?\nThe \"Gemischter Satz\" itself has a long tradition - not only in Vienna. In the past, winegrowers often only had a single vineyard at their disposal. Planting different grape varieties had many advantages, then as now. The different characteristics of the grape varieties ensure a stable yield and make the vineyard less susceptible to bad weather or wine diseases and pests. As a result, more grape varieties flow into the wine and thus multiply its complexity. This composition gives the wine more acidity and therefore freshness.\nThe \"Gemischter Satz\"\n... is a very special white wine. It contains at least three different grape varieties, but they all come from the same vineyard. Not only were they planted next to each other, but they are also harvested and fermented together. The result is a wine that combines the advantages of the different grape varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNotes on the Producer\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo us, winemaking is working closely with nature, using methods that leave our vineyards as untouched as possible. Seeing butterflies flittering in the rows, reminds of the beauty and complexity that results from letting nature be.\nWith this purity in mind, we use delicate craftsmanship, respect for tradition, and great passion to bring character and precision to each bottle of wine.\nAs winemakers, nature provides us with the basis for our craft and for that, we owe her a debt of gratitude. This is why we are committed to biodynamic farming in compliance with strict Demeter guidelines. We feel strongly that these practices not only produce better wine but will allow our vineyards to thrive for generations to come.\nAt Zahel, wine has always been a family affair. Although the Heurigen and winery have grown over the years, we remain 100% family owned and operated.\nAlex Zahel is the 4th generation leader of Zahel, having been passed the torch by his uncle Richard. Since taking the lead, he’s proud to continue the tradition of ushering Vienna’s most charming wines from the vineyard to the bottle. As in the past, Richard works carefully to maintain the vineyards and manages the tradition steeped Heurigen. Alex’s wife Hilary works alongside her husband at the winery, supporting the team with strategic and creative projects. Together, this small yet mighty team ensures that the family business continues to grow.\nVienna, the world’s only city also classified as its own wine growing region, is home to distinctive, tradition-rich wines. Our 35 hectares of vineyards are distributed throughout all of the city’s main growing zones. The varied terroir of each region ranges from flysch sandstone to loess to Dolomite chalk and in concert with numerous micro-climates, provides a basis for world-class wines. In this unique sense, Vienna’s diverse terrain reflects the multi-faceted nature of city itself.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Satellite SB","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48605746397435,"sku":"00077200","price":37.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0403\/3655\/6193\/files\/c2562d0e39750a1585d72ae5747eb960.jpg?v=1775009455","url":"https:\/\/satellitesb.com\/products\/zahel-ried-kaasgraben-gemischter-satz-wein-at-2018","provider":"Satellite SB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}