Gesellmann Opus Eximium No. 33 2020 14,5% Vol. 0,75l

The Gesellmann winery is located in Deutschkreuz, in Burgenland. The nearby Lake Neusiedl, significantly influences the climate in this region. Since 1767, when the winery was first mentioned, it has been passed down from generation to generation. The estate covers 40 hectares.

The harvest of the grapes for Opus Eximium No. 33 began in mid-September and was painstakingly done by hand. First the grapes for the cuvee with St. Laurent were harvested, followed by the Zweigelt grapes. The final harvest was of the Blaufraenkisch grapes at the beginning of October. Each grape variety was carefully processed separately. Traditional maceration took place in stainless steel tanks, with the cap submerged two to four times daily to ensure optimal extraction of aromas and colorants. Fermentation was spontaneous, without the addition of artificial yeasts. The wines aged for a total of 24 months in small oak barrels before being blended to create the cuvee. After the blending, the wine spent another 2 months in large wooden barrels to complete its harmonious evolution.