Oliver Zeter 'Sweetheart' Sauvignon Blanc, Pfalz, Germany 2023 (7.5% Vol) (500ml)

"We have several Sauvignon Blanc vineyards, in the Südpfalz and
 the Mittelhaardt, that are planted with a variety of different clones.
 One decisive benefit of the broad geographic distribution is the
 different terroirs, which encourage a diversity of aromas. And just
 as each vineyard’s conditions are unique, so too are the soils in
 which the fruit grows. The vines are generally trained into a flat
 arch, producing a more linear — and thus easier to work —
 fruiting zone. “Sweetheart” is a sweet wine produced from late
 harvested, highly ripe Sauvignon Blanc grapes from three different
 vineyards. The must is fermented spontaneously and very slowly,
 after which chilling is used to halt fermentation at precisely the
 right moment. This allows the wine to retain its fruity/exotic
 spiciness as well as its appealing interplay between acidity and
 residual sugar. The invigorating aromas of Thai basil, pomelo, and
 young mango awaken Caribbean associations. It is outstanding as a
 stimulating aperitif or as a crisp, fresh companion to light desserts."

Oliver Zeter