{"product_id":"funkstille-zweigelt-niederosterreich-austria-2022","title":"Funkstille, Zweigelt","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRODUCER PROFILE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow more than ever we need a little ‘Funkstille’ or radio silence in our lives, so it was only natural that as interest and desire for Austrian wines grew, so would our range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComprising a quintet that includes expressions of Austria’s most famous grape varieties and archetypal styles in some eye- popping packaging. Funkstille works with a 16th generation producer in Niederösterreich to put together this characterful range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVITICULTURE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dark berried Zweigelt grapes come from selected south facing vineyards, perfectly exposed to the sun, produce a bright, ripe and abundant red wine. Great care and attention is taken with canopy management in order to balance the leaf density of the vines and ensure good air-flow and healthy grapes. Harvest takes place in mid-October.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWINEMAKING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrapes are vinified at their energy neutral winery; cold-soaked for 5 days after which fermentation starts slowly. Twice-daily pump-overs are carried out for the first 10 days and then the wine is left on the skins for a further 5 days with just one pump-over per day. Malo-lactic fermentation happens simultaneously with the main ferment. The finished wine then goes into old wooden 5,000-8,000 litre barrels, with 10% going into 2-3 year old barriques. The components are then blended prior to bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBursting with vibrant red cherry, juicy plum, and lively berry flavours, this irresistibly joyful red is all about pure, unfiltered pleasure. Medium-bodied with silky, ripe tannins and a subtle hint of spice on the finish, it's a fresh, fruit-forward wine that's perfect for any occasion. Bright, juicy, and effortlessly drinkable—your new go-to red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFOOD MATCHING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis juicy wine works well with roasted duck and pork as well as around the barbecue.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Funkstille","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48785786765614,"sku":"","price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/7154\/6040\/files\/Funkstille_Zweigelt.png?v=1776183665","url":"https:\/\/www.winekraft.co.uk\/products\/funkstille-zweigelt-niederosterreich-austria-2022","provider":"WineKraft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}