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Pálava, Velký Sonberk, Sonberk Winery
2 ratings
"This Pálava VOC 2023 is a masterful example of the variety, combining aromatic richness with refined taste. You will appreciate its subtle minerality and harmony, making it a perfect companion for special moments."
Pálava, Velký Sonberk, Sonberk Winery
2 ratings
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Product detailed description
This unique dry Pálava from Sonberk winery, originating from the iconic Sonberk vineyard, has earned a gold medal at the Wine Salon 2025 thanks to its exceptional quality and character. It is a testament to the perfect combination of ideal location, calcareous-loess soil, and the winemaker's careful attention. This wine offers irresistible aromatic depth and a distinctive character.
Serving Recommendations
Temperature: Serve at 10–12 °C.
Glassware: A large white wine glass is recommended to allow the development of complex aromatic notes.
Food Pairing
This wine pairs beautifully with light poultry dishes, fish, light sauces, or fresh goat and sheep cheeses. It also complements dishes with delicate spices or sweet and savory flavors.
Cellaring
This Pálava has excellent ageing potential. With proper storage, it will retain its freshness and aromatic richness for up to 7 years.
Birth Certificate
Wine Characteristics
| Colour: | Golden with bronze highlights. |
| Aroma: | Intense and rich. Dominated by notes of flowers and exotic fruit, especially lychee, mango, and passion fruit. |
| Taste: | Dry, full-bodied, aromatic, and harmonious. Dominated by tones of exotic fruit. |
| Overall Impression: | Elegant and complex wine with pronounced aromatics and a long-lasting finish. |
Vinification and Ageing
| Harvest: | Hand-picked grapes, second half of September 2023. |
| Maceration: | The grapes were macerated for 24 hours to achieve a more intense flavour profile. |
| Fermentation: | And ageing in stainless steel tanks, bottled June 2024. |
Additional parameters
| Category: | Regional 82-100 p |
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| Weight: | 1.3 kg |
| Wine color: | White |
| Classification: | Off dry |
| Vintage: | 2023 |
| Expert committee evaluation: | 88 |
| Apelace: | Unclassified |
| Apelační zatřídění: | Regional 82-100 b |