GOR-SBG24

Schloss Ortenberg 2024 Sauvignon Blanc "Granit"

Our second vintage of this surprising wine is simply perfect, and a testament to the strides made by the ubiquitous Sauvignon in Germany. The musky nose and mineral-rich palate bring a distinctive Teutonic flair to the grape.

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Wine Specifics

WineWise Code	GOR-SBG24
Country	Germany
Region	Baden - Ortenau
Color/Style	White
Destemming	Complete
Fermentation Vessel	Stainless Steel
Additional Fermentation Notes	Fermentation duration: 25 days
Aging Vessel	Stainless Steel 100%
Aging Duration (months)	4 months
Filtered?	Yes
Yeast Protocol	Cultured
Malolactic Conversion	No
Additonal Maturation Details:	Lees contact: 4 months
Added Sulfur	Yes, 84 ppm
Varieties	100% Sauvignon Blanc
Residual Sugar	5
ABV	12.5
Acidity	6.6
Closure	Screw-top
Annual Production	500 cases
Certified Vegan	No
Primary Vineyard Name	Germany and Sauvignon – not the first pairing wine lovers might think of. But at our estate, we have been cultivating this variety since 1936 and have gained great experience with it. Our Sauvignon reflects the unique terroir of the Ortenau: fruity, elegant, with a saline and crisp finish.
Soil Types	Granite
Elevation (meters)	260
Vine Age	22
Yields (hl/ha)	60
Farming Practices	Practicing Organic
Harvest Method	Hand-harvested
Other Vineyard Details	Southeast

Notes from the Producer: Sauvignon blanc has a long history in Baden. First mentioned in 1871 and has recently made a resurgance. The ranite soil combined with the cool breeze from the Black Forest imparts flavours of exotic fruit into the wine.