Sauska Cuvée 113
2023
A unique blend of all the five white varieties we grow in our Tokaj vineyards: Furmint, Sauvignon Blanc, Sárgamuskotály, Hárslevelű and Chardonnay. Intriguing layered yet extremely refreshing aromas of white currant, acacia flowers and elderflower. The palate is vibrant with crisp and long acidity, lime zest and white nectarine. Long and refreshing with the classic light saltiness given by the region’s volcanic soil. A modern twist of a dry white grown in Tokaj.
| Varietal composition: | furmint, sárgamuskotály, hárslevelű, sauvignon blanc, chardonnay |
| Recommended drinking temperature: | 10-12 ℃ |
| Alcohol content: | 13 % |
| Bottle size: | 0,75 l |
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Vineyards
Tokaj region, various parts of premium vineyards owned by the winery.
Winemaking
After hand harvest, the pre-chilled grapes were destemmed, gently crushed, and left to soak with its skins for 6 hours before pressing. The wine fermented and aged in stainless steel for 4 months on its lees before bottling. Un-oaked style.
The Year
Challenging vintage in the vineyard with fantastic results in the cellar. The 2023 year will be remembered as one of the most challenging ones in terms of vineyard management. At the beginning of summer we had a big hail damage that ruined 90% of the grapes in the Padihegy and Istenhegy vineyards. Also -just like in Villány- Peronospora was a big challenge due to the heavier-than-usual rain (600-650 mm). Despite the challenges, the 2023 wines have incredible freshness and vibrancy. Specially good for sparkling and dry wines.
Details
| Type | Pale yellow with light green hues. |
| Acidity | 5,9 g/l |
| Alcohol content | 13 % |
| Varietal composition: | furmint, sárgamuskotály, hárslevelű, sauvignon blanc, chardonnay |
| pH | 3,17 |
| Bottle size | 0,75 l |
| Beginning of harvest | 2022-08-31 |
| Bottling date | 2023-01-12 |
| Vinification | Aged in stainless steel. |
| Ageing time | 5 Month |
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Tasting
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color | Hay yellow with greenish hues. |
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smell | Meadow flowers and citrus notes. |
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taste | Dry apricot, white currant, grape flowers and elderflower. |