Gere Zsolt

Vintage:       2016

Grape variety:    100% portugieser

Vineyard:    Product of Várerdő vineyard

Age of vine - stocks:    Young planting, first harvest

Yield:    1-1,5 kg per grapevine

Cultivation  method:    Umbrella system

Vintage:    In 2016, after mild winter the spring came earlier.  April was unusually cool which was crowned by the frost on April 26 in the region of Siklós. The blooming was extended. Summer was also cooler than usual. Intensive raining and the alternation of cold and warm periods were rarely disturbed by an extensive heat. Because of the fact that summer was cooler than usual, harvesting began only in early September. On the other hand we had a warm autumn in September which was followed by a cooler rainy October. Finally, we have managed to harvest nice quantities and healthy fruits. 2016. was a tough vintage with some extreme effects.

Harvest:    middle of september 2016.

Vinification + maturation:   After destemming, the juice was put into a steel container where directional fermentation was used in a closed system. The wine was put in a barrel of 20 hl for 1 year, where it matured further.

Bottled:    Bottled in may 2017.  Number of bottles: 2.600

Tasting notes:    According to its colour it is evident the real portugieser has arrived. Vintage of 2016 is led by fruits in its fragrance and taste. The first sip is characterised by the taste of dried fruits, which is replaced by the light oporto. The sip is long with full of youth and dynamism.

Basic analysis:   
Alcohol: 13,12 %
Acid:  5,5 g/l
Sugar: 3,2 g/l

Food pairing:  An essential part of friendly conversations.  Suggested for light meals, excellent choice for light spicy roasts or fresh cheeses

Origin protection category:    DHC – Villány, Classicus

Winery price: 1.990 HUF                       

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