# Thörle Sauvignon Blanc (2023)

- **Producer:** Weingut Thörle
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Sauvignon Blanc
- **Region:** Rheinhessen, Germany
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.0%
- **Average price:** €13
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Aromas & flavours:** gooseberry, cassis, nettle, smoke, flint

## About this wine

The Thörle Sauvignon Blanc is a 2023 vintage white wine from the Rheinhessen region of Germany, produced by Weingut Thörle. This estate, managed by the Thörle brothers, has a long family history in winemaking and is dedicated to organic viticulture. The wine is made from 100% Sauvignon Blanc grapes grown in Saulheim, an area characterized by limestone-sediment and loess-loam soils. This unique terroir contributes a distinctive smoky and flinty minerality to the wine, complementing its classic Sauvignon Blanc aromatics. The winery's commitment to quality and expression of place is central to its philosophy.

## Interesting facts

- Grapes are hand-harvested for optimal balance.
- Features 24-hour skin maceration for aroma extraction.
- A portion is fermented in traditional wooden barrels.
- Certified organic and vegan-friendly.

## Food pairing

The wine's crisp acidity cuts through richness and cleanses the palate, making it ideal for dishes with moderate fat or creamy elements. Its pronounced herbal and citrus notes complement fresh ingredients and lighter proteins, while the mineral undertones harmonize with seafood and goat cheese.

## Wine making process

The Thörle Sauvignon Blanc is crafted using a combination of traditional and modern winemaking techniques. Grapes are hand-harvested to ensure quality. A 24-hour maceration period on the skins is employed to enhance aroma extraction. Fermentation occurs over four weeks, with the vast majority (95%) in stainless steel tanks to maintain freshness, while a small portion (5%) is fermented in wooden Tonneau barrels for added complexity. Following fermentation, the wine is aged on its full lees for four months, contributing to its texture and depth before bottling.