Manhart 2020, Chardonnay ∙ Pinot Gris ∙ Pinot Blanc – 0,75l

Description

Origin
Lower Austria

Cellar

Harvest: selective harvest by hand in 20kg crates from middle to end of September 2020
Maceration time: partially 12 hours by Pinot Blanc & Chardonnay whole grape pressed
Fermentation: Spontaneous fermentation in 300 lt & 2.500 lt oak barrels for 2-4 weeks by max 25° in small barrels, 22° in big barrels; Pinot Gris spontaneously fermented on mash for 2 weeks
Aging: in new & used oak casks, until February on full lees, until bottling on fine lees
Bottling: March 2022

Tasting note
Golden yellow hue and green reflections. Distinct legs. Discreet fragrance – though still slightly closed because of its youth – with notes of apple pie, dried herbs, flint and candle wax. A very present,  multi-layered palate delivering an array of flavours including orange, lemon, yellow apple and pretzel sticks. Fine extract sweetness with a piquant acidity. Mouthfilling; a smooth, creamy texture. The vital tension is uplifting and refreshing.  A salty, minerally finish underscored with a green tea -with-lemon tone. (tasted by wine academic Johannes Fiala)

Food recommendation:
seafood and fish dishes

Grape variety:
Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc