Oeko-Weingut Zang, "Gegenstrom" Mueller-Thurgau, organic wine, white, 2019

The wines usually don't turn out to be typical representatives of their grape variety and manage to skillfully hold up a mirror to entrenched prejudices and dusty varietal clichés:

The countercurrent wines, such as the Oeko-Weingut Zang Müller-Thurgau, are of an invigoratingly different style - a new dimension of wine enjoyment and a contribution to the natural wine movement.

Organic wine profile

• Color: Barely sulphurized, the wine runs straw yellow into the glass.
• Nose: The bouquet is already very spicy with hints of fresh grapes and white almonds, underlined by floral and yellow fruit aromas that are reminiscent of a Franconian orchard.  
• Mouth: On the palate there is a tart, restrained fruit, nutty and slightly yeasty aromas. The aromatic, muscaty spice reveals it to be Müller-Thurgau. The wine has a touch of crumbly tannins on the edges of the tongue (the irritating element) and a noticeably expressive substance in a delicate, creamy melt with at the same time quite clear minerality and a trace of smoke. Salty in the finish, its deep, earthy spice lingers for a long time.
  A groundbreaking Müller-Thurgau that is able to sweep away the dusty prejudices of this underrated grape variety!
• Drinking recommendation : Serve at 10° C

Organic wine production, Oeko-Wein-Gut Zang, "Gegenstrom" Mueller-Thurgau, white

All grapes are harvested by hand and spontaneously fermented with the grapes' own yeasts and matued in wooden barrels. With the exception of some SO2, no preservatives or fining agents are used.

During fermentation in wooden barrels and in the following months during storage on the full yeast, around 10% of whole berries are contained in the wine. The wine remains on the lees without sulfur until July. During this time, the alcohol leaches out a variety of flavors, extracts and tannins from the berry peels and seeds.

The wines usually don't turn out to be typical representatives of their grape variety and manage to skillfully hold up a mirror to entrenched prejudices and dusty varietal clichés:

The organic wine at a glance

• Wine type: white wine, dry
• Growing region: Franconia
• Winery: Oeko-Weingut Zang
• Grape varieties: Mueller-Thurgau
• Bottler: Oeko-Weingut Zang
• Content: 0.75 l
• Closure: cork
• Analysis: alcohol 12% vol., residual sugar 1.4 g/l, acid 5.6 g/l.
• Vintage: 2019
• Shelf life: 7 years from vintage
• Suitable for vegans
• Allergenes: contains sulfites
• Organic wine certified: DE-005
• Growing association: Naturland
• We purchase this wine directly from Oeko-Weingut Zang, Kreuzbergstraße 2, 97334 Nordheim am Main, Germany.

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Oeko-Weingut Zang, "Gegenstrom" Silvaner, organic wine, white, 2019

The wines usually don't turn out to be typical representatives of their grape variety and manage to skillfully hold up a mirror to entrenched prejudices and dusty varietal clichés:

The countercurrent wines, such as the Oeko-Weingut Zang, Silvaner are of an invigoratingly different style - a new dimension of wine enjoyment and a contribution to the natural wine movement.

Organic wine profile

In this line, the Silvaner usually represents the Franconian, earthy, elegant type. Due to its thicker berry skin, the long contact with the mash is most clearly noticeable here.

• Color: straw yellow
• Nose: Initially there are notes of flint in the nose, then cool, herbal and delicately smoky nuances, scents of herbs, forest floor and wet stones are revealed, paired with spicy, nutty notes and mineral hints.
• Mouth: In addition to a well-buffered acidity, which gives the wine freshness and counterbalance to the phenols, an overall ethereal impression spreads in the mouth. Usually significantly more aromatic than our "normal" Silvaner, the wine oscillates aromatically between traces of chalk, smoky-herbal-spicy nuances and juicy yellow fruit. It has life and energy, never stands still, constantly changes in the glass and leaves a tart, juicy finish with spice.
• Drinking recommendation : Serve at 10° C

Organic wine production, Oeko-Wein-Gut Zang, "Gegenstrom", Silvaner, white

All grapes are harvested by hand and spontaneously fermented with the grapes' own yeasts and matued in wooden barrels. With the exception of some SO2, no preservatives or fining agents are used.

During fermentation in wooden barrels and in the following months during storage on the full yeast, around 10% of whole berries are contained in the wine. The wine remains on the lees without sulfur until July. During this time, the alcohol leaches out a variety of flavors, extracts and tannins from the berry peels and seeds.

The wines usually don't turn out to be typical representatives of their grape variety and manage to skillfully hold up a mirror to entrenched prejudices and dusty varietal clichés:

The organic wine at a glance

• Wine type: white wine, dry
• Growing region: Franconia
• Winery: Oeko-Weingut Zang
• Grape varieties: Silvaner
• Bottler: Oeko-Weingut Zang
• Content: 0.75 l
• Closure: cork
• Analysis: alcohol 12% vol., residual sugar 0.3 g/l, acid 5.6 g/l.
• Vintage: 2019
• Shelf life: 7 years from vintage
• Suitable for vegans
• Allergenes: contains sulfites
• Organic wine certified: DE-005
• Growing association: Naturland
• We purchase this wine directly from Oeko-Weingut Zang, Kreuzbergstraße 2, 97334 Nordheim am Main, Germany.

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Oeko-Weingut Zang, "Gegenstrom" Pinot Blanc, organic wine, white, 2018

The wines usually don't turn out to be typical representatives of their grape variety and manage to skillfully hold up a mirror to entrenched prejudices and dusty varietal clichés:

The countercurrent wines, such as the Oeko-Weingut Zang, Pinot Blanc are of an invigoratingly different style - a new dimension of wine enjoyment and a contribution to the natural wine movement.

Organic wine profile

Within the countercurrent line, Pinot Blanc embodies the wild, unconventional, youthful type. Despite fermentation with mash, the wine retained its own freedom and surprised at the end of fermentation with an increased natural residual sweetness. Since the wines in this line should absolutely reflect their very own naturalness, we did not change this.

• Color: straw yellow
• Nose: On the nose it is clearly Burgundy with a clear influence of the yeast. The rather reserved fruit is reminiscent of grapey sweetness and tart notes of unripe mirabelle plums.
• Mouth: On the palate, the wine literally explodes with an earthy grip on the tongue. It leaves behind profound nuances of apple, quince and honey. The sweetness is well integrated and balanced by the phenols of the mash portion and the soft acidity. Very long reverberation.
• Drinking recommendation : Serve at 10° C

Organic wine production, Oeko-Wein-Gut Zang, "Gegenstrom", Pinot Blanc, white

All grapes are harvested by hand and spontaneously fermented with the grapes' own yeasts and matued in wooden barrels. With the exception of some SO2, no preservatives or fining agents are used.

During fermentation in wooden barrels and in the following months during storage on the full yeast, around 10% of whole berries are contained in the wine. The wine remains on the lees without sulfur until July. During this time, the alcohol leaches out a variety of flavors, extracts and tannins from the berry peels and seeds.

The wines usually don't turn out to be typical representatives of their grape variety and manage to skillfully hold up a mirror to entrenched prejudices and dusty varietal clichés:

The organic wine at a glance

• Wine type: white wine, mild
• Growing region: Franconia
• Winery: Oeko-Weingut Zang
• Grape varieties: Pinot Blanc
• Bottler: Oeko-Weingut Zang
• Content: 0.75 l
• Closure: cork
• Analysis: alcohol 12.5% vol., residual sugar 0.316 g/l, acid 6.1 g/l.
• Vintage: 2018
• Shelf life: 8 years from vintage
• Suitable for vegans
• Allergenes: contains sulfites
• Organic wine certified: DE-005
• Growing association: Naturland
• We purchase this wine directly from Oeko-Weingut Zang, Kreuzbergstraße 2, 97334 Nordheim am Main, Germany.

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Weingut Mohr, Mohr's Riesling, organic sparkling wine, dry

A sparkling wine made from high-quality Riesling grapes from the Mohr winery, called Mohr's Riesling Sekt, is a real " Winemaker's sparkling wine with a traceable origin.
The grapes are grown in the winery's vineyards and in its own wine cellar
first made into wine and with a second fermentation into sparkling wine.

Please order in total at least 6 individual bottles or 6 bottles of one variety at Weingut Mohr, or multiples thereof, i.e. 12, 18, etc..
Shipping costs are € 14.60 to € 18.70 per order and address depending on the destination. See delivery and payment

Other wines in our range are shipped separately and shipping costs will therefore be charged additionally.
 

Organic sparkling wine profile

This sparkling wine appears finely sparkling with a light color and greenish reflections in the glass. The fruity aromas are very clear and pure, the fine acidity and sweetness merge harmoniously and create a very balanced and pleasant enjoyment experience.

The organic sparkling wine at a glance

• Wine type: sparkling wine, white, dry
• Growing area: Rheingau
• Producer: Weingut Mohr
• Grape varieties: Riesling
• Finishment: stainless steel
• Bottler: Weingut Mohr
• Content: 0.75 l
• Shelf life: until 2026
• Analysis: alcohol 12.5% vol., acid 6.7 g/l, residual sugar 26.10 g/l.
• Allergens: Contains sulfites
• Organic sparkling wine certified DE-ÖKO-039
• We purchase this organic sparkling wine directly from the Mohr winery, Lorch im Rheingau, Germany

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Weingut Mohr, 1000 & 1 Pearl, (frizzante-style) organic wine

The Weingut Mohr "1000  and 1 pearls is the promise made by this sparkling wine as to the finesse of its bubbles: and it holds! Its discreet softness and delicate acidity make this Mohr estate organic wine the perfect companion for parties or simply to brighten up your evenings. It is also appreciated very well as an aperitif.

Please order in total at least 6 individual bottles or 6 bottles of one variety at Weingut Mohr, or multiples thereof, i.e. 12, 18,  etc.. Shipping costs are € 14.60 to € 18.70 per order and address depending on the destination.
See delivery and payment.

Other wines in our range are shipped separately and shipping costs will therefore be charged additionally.

Organic wine profile

• Color: very bright with greenish reflections
• Nose: refreshing and fruity with citrus and green apple
• Palate: aromatic, sparkling, with subtle sweetness

Organic frizzante wine at a glance

• Wine type: frizzante style
• Production area: Rheingau
• Producer: Weingut Mohr
• Fermentation: in stainless steel tank under pressure
• Bottling: at the winery
• Quantity: 0.75 l
• Closure: Screw cap
• Tasting tip: 6 ° C
• Analysis: Alcohol: 11.5% vol., Acidity 6.5 / l, residual sugar 19.6 g / l
• Allergens: Contains Sulphites
• Organic wine certified DE-ÖKO-039
• Producer and Bottler: Weingut Mohr, 65391 Lorch, Germany

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Oeko-Weingut Zang, "Kurzschluss", Guts-Wein, organic semi Sparkling wine, white
 

The estate wines are intended as the winery's basic wines, which should be easy to access and still provide fun and enjoyment. The OEKO-Weingut Zang "Kurzschluss" semi sparkling wine is a cuvée made from three typical Franconian grape varieties, Riesling, Johanniter and Traminer.

Organic wine profile

• Color : pale yellow
• Noose : The bouquet shows floral, exotic notes paired with fresh citrus fruits, some orange zest and juicy apples. In the background you can see the long yeast storage with nuances of fresh bread crust.
• Mouth : The finely sparkling carbon dioxide hits the tongue with charged energy; has a refreshing and invigorating effect. In contrast, there is a creamy, soft impression on the palate, which harmoniously rounds off the overall picture of the Secco.
• Conseil de consommation : Servier à environ 6°C.

Organic wine production, Oeko-Wein-Gut Zang "Kurzschluss" Guts-Wein, semi sparkling wine, white

All grapes are harvested by hand and spontaneously fermented with the grapes' own yeasts. Only in exceptional cases, such as when a period of bad weather is approaching, are the grapes for this wine harvested by machine in order to avoid losing the grapes due to rot. With the exception of some SO2, no preservatives or fining agents are used.

 The wine was allowed to rest on the lees for a whole year and develop its aromas before some carbon dioxide was added, making it on a par with its Italian model, Prosecco Frizzante.

The organic wine at a glance

Wine type: semi spkling white wine
Growing region: Franconia
Winery: Oeko-Weingut Zang
Grape varieties: Riesling, Johanniter und Traminer.
Expansion: Maturation in stainless steel
Bottler: Oeko-Weingut Zang
Contents: 0.75 l
Analysis: alcohol 12% vol., residual sugar 2 g/l, acid 5.5 g/l.
Vintage: 2020
Shelf life: 3 years from vintage
Suitable for vegans
Allergenes: contains sulfites
Organic wine certified: DE-005
Growing association: Naturland
We purchase this wine directly from Oeko-Weingut Zang, Kreuzbergstraße 2, 97334 Nordheim am Main, Germany.

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