# Morillon Ried Sulz 1 STK (2017)

- **Producer:** Weingut Tement
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Chardonnay
- **Region:** Steiermark, Austria
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Average price:** €40
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 10–11 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** apple, peach, grapefruit, pastry, biscuit, honey, caramel, almond

## About this wine

The Weingut Tement Ried Sulz Morillon 2017 is a white wine from the Südsteiermark region of Austria. It is classified as an Erste STK Lage, signifying a high-quality single-vineyard wine. The wine originates from the Sulz vineyard, characterized by its lean, calcareous marl soil. Weingut Tement is a family-owned winery with a three-generation history, committed to organic and biodynamic farming practices, and a philosophy of highlighting individual vineyard site characteristics.

## Interesting facts

- Classified as Erste STK Lage, a top single-vineyard designation.
- Vineyard soil: lean, calcareous marl.
- Part of Demeter and Respekt Gruppe for biodynamic farming.
- Low yields are a conscious choice for grape intensity.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body and juicy acidity can cut through richer sauces and complement the richness of proteins. Its mineral undertones and subtle complexity can harmonize with earthy flavors and delicate seafood.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for this Morillon begins with hand-harvested grapes. Spontaneous fermentation is employed, followed by aging for 12 months in small, neutral oak barrels. The wine then spends an additional 6 months in stainless steel tanks. No fining agents are used. The winery is committed to organic and biodynamic farming practices.