# Solaris Hav (2021)

- **Producer:** Mellby nr 5 Vingård
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Solaris
- **Region:** Skåne län, Sweden
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Average price:** €19
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Serving temperature:** 8–10 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** lemon, gooseberry, pear

## About this wine

Mellby nr 5 Vingård's Solaris Hav 2021 is a white wine from the Skåne län region of Sweden, made from the Solaris grape. The winery is a small, organic producer committed to respecting nature in its winemaking. Skåne's climate is conducive to growing resilient grape varieties like Solaris, which are well-suited for producing wines with a fresh character. The 2021 vintage is noted for its fruity and very fresh profile. The wine is part of a limited, local assortment available through Systembolaget.

## Interesting facts

- Solaris is a hybrid grape, developed in Germany in 1975.
- This wine is part of Systembolaget's 'Local & Small-Scale' assortment.
- Mellby nr 5 Vingård focuses on organic production methods.
- Solaris is known for its disease resistance and early ripening.

## Food pairing

The wine's high acidity cuts through the richness of seafood and creamy sauces, while its fresh fruit notes complement lighter dishes. Its mineral undertones pair well with the briny character of oysters and seafood.

## Wine making process

Mellby nr 5 Vingård employs organic viticulture methods. The Solaris Hav 2021 is produced using fermentation with selected yeasts. While specific maceration times are not detailed for this particular wine, the winery's approach suggests attention to how this process can shape character, as noted in their broader Solaris range. The focus is on creating wines with a distinct character while adhering to organic principles.