{"product_id":"steitz-chardonnay-alte-reben-2023","title":"Chardonnay Old Vines – 2023","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSteitz Chardonnay Alte Reben 2023 – Elegant Terroir Wine from Rheinhessen\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteitz Chardonnay Alte Reben 2023\u003c\/strong\u003e is the epitome of pure terroir quality from Rheinhessen. Harvested from over 30-year-old vines on volcanic melaphyre, spontaneously fermented, and aged for 10 months in Tonneau – this Chardonnay showcases its mineral-salty freshness, fine creaminess, and clear cool-climate structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSteitz Terroir Wine – Advantages at a Glance:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTerroir-Driven \u0026amp; Mineral – volcanic melaphyre soil imparts salty-cool tension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOld Vines \u0026amp; Artisanal Vinification – intense fruit and structure through several hours of maceration, spontaneous fermentation, and bâtonnage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarmony of Texture \u0026amp; Freshness – delicately creamy Tonneau aging, balanced acidity, and precise interplay of acidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVolcanic Melaphyre Soil as a Flavor Anchor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes come from one of the coolest locations in Rheinhessen, the \"Rheinhessische Schweiz\" (Rhenish Switzerland). The volcanic melaphyre soil, rich in calcareous deposits, gives this Chardonnay its salty minerality and precise structure. What used to be \"just\" a local wine now presents itself as a true terroir statement: Chardonnay Alte Reben Wonsheim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTradition Meets Craftsmanship\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe regenerative agriculture practiced by the father-son duo Christian and Finn Steitz ensures a natural balance of the soils. This includes biodiverse cover crops and rolling, applying compost teas, gentle pruning, manual leaf removal, and of course, hand harvesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-harvested, pressed after maceration, and spontaneously fermented – aged for 10 months in Tonneau on the lees with regular bâtonnage. This minimalist approach ensures depth and authenticity for the \"Chardonnay Alte Reben\" – without excessive oak influence. The new label emphasizes the craftsmanship and origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFine Fruit, Salty Freshness, Clear Expression\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, a complex spectrum unfolds: yellow apple, pear, melon, quince, interwoven with delicate nutty nuances and fine woody spice, all with a saline-oily texture. The freshness remains cool, the structure velvety-creamy yet refreshing. A Chardonnay for discerning connoisseurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mineral Steitz Chardonnay Alte Reben 2023 from 30-year-old vines, grown on melaphyre, aged for 10 months in Tonneau – salty-mineral, delicately creamy, with a clear structure. Elegant, fresh – a clear statement from Rheinhessen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteitz Chardonnay Alte Reben 2023 from Rheinhessen – grown on volcanic soil, spontaneously fermented, Tonneau-aged, with salty minerality and creamy texture. An elegant Rheinhessen wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChardonnay Alte Reben – A Wine and Its Values\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin Wine from Germany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowing Region Rheinhessen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVillage Wine Wonsheim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrape Variety Chardonnay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e13% vol Alcohol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6.0 g\/l Acidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.2 g\/l Residual Sugar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Weingut Steitz","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":53074064441678,"sku":"007STE2324","price":16.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0905\/1124\/5646\/files\/steitz-chardonnay-alte-reben-2023.jpg?v=1751012251","url":"https:\/\/nurgutes.de\/en\/products\/steitz-chardonnay-alte-reben-2023","provider":"nur Gutes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}