Making wine is understanding how to deal with nature and its peculiarities. In all modesty.
| Weingut Tements wines belong to the upper league – nationally and internationally. As pioneers of contemporary winemaking, the family winery knows precisely how to emphasize the diversity and uniqueness of their home, Southern Styria. The winery is surrounded by the Zieregg vineyard, which offers an incredible view of vineyards in Southern Styria and neighboring Slovenia. Armin, Stefan and daughter-in-law Monika, work hand in hand with the parents. Grapes are harvested by hand at the perfect time, then spontaneously fermented. Vinification and additional storing in the cellar happen separately in small parts, each vineyard, and parcel for itself. The winery works biodynamically has been part of the Demeter association since 2022, and is also a respekt-BIODYN group member. |
Tement's international reputation is exceptional. The Styrian flagship winery is not only one of the few Falstaff ★★★★★ wineries, but also one of the best wineries in the world.
Kalk&Kreide Sauvignon Blanc
ALCOHOL: 13 % VOL RESIDUAL SUGAR: 2,1 G/L RS DRY ACIDITY: 7 G/L TBS
SÜDSTEIERMARK DAC
SÜDSTEIERMARK DAC
The grapes from the finest Sauvignon Blanc vineyards impart a unique terroir mix to the wine. Deeply rooted in mineral-rich chalk soils, it develops a fascinating chalky spiciness. After 6-24 hours of skin contact, this wine matured for 15 months on the lees after its spontaneous fermentation, in old large barrels as well as in stainless steel tanks. As wineries most important wine and thus its signature wine, it reflects not only the wine itself but also Tements philosophy, dedication, and origin. Here, tradition and innovation, attention to detail, and the uniqueness of the vineyards come together.
95FALSTAFF
Ton & Mergel Weissburgunder (pinot blanc)
ALCOHOL: 12 % VOL. RESIDUAL SUGAR: 1,7 G/L RS DRY ACIDITY: 5,7 G/L TBS
SÜDSTEIERMARK DAC
SÜDSTEIERMARK DAC
Everybody’s darling. It pairs well with a lot and with many. Yellow apples and white currant can be found on the nose, accompanied by a hint of exotic notes. On the palate, a tangy, juicy acidity, minerality, and an immense drinking flow.
This organic Gutswein comes from eight of our best single vineyards (12 plots in total), grown on loamy marl soil. The grapes were selectively harvested by hand and impressively reflect their south Styrian origin. The ideal ripeness of the grapes and a fruity and lively body characterize this popular wine.
Our very favorite to “Wiener Schnitzel”.
Vinification: After natural spontaneous fermentation slow aging
on the fine lees in steel tanks and large wooden barrels
92 FALSTAFF
This organic Gutswein comes from eight of our best single vineyards (12 plots in total), grown on loamy marl soil. The grapes were selectively harvested by hand and impressively reflect their south Styrian origin. The ideal ripeness of the grapes and a fruity and lively body characterize this popular wine.
Our very favorite to “Wiener Schnitzel”.
Vinification: After natural spontaneous fermentation slow aging
on the fine lees in steel tanks and large wooden barrels
92 FALSTAFF
MUSCHELKALK Morillon (Chardonnay)
ALCOHOL: 12,5 % VOL. RESIDUAL SUGAR: 2,6G/L DRY ACIDITY: 6,9 G/L TBS
SÜDSTEIERMARK DAC
SÜDSTEIERMARK DAC
Almost shy… in the best way. It smells like ripe apple, citrus fruit, and dandelion root.
The wine is slender and light, with welcoming acidity and salty-mineral aftertaste.
This organic chardonnay comes from various plots of some of the best single vineyards in Südsteiermark, predominantly grown on coralline limestone soil.
The grapes were selectively harvested by hand and impressively reflect their south Styrian origin. The ideal ripeness of the grapes and a fruity and lively body characterize this popular wine.
After natural fermentation 18 months maturation sur lie in big neutral oak casks, bottled unfiltered.
The wine is slender and light, with welcoming acidity and salty-mineral aftertaste.
This organic chardonnay comes from various plots of some of the best single vineyards in Südsteiermark, predominantly grown on coralline limestone soil.
The grapes were selectively harvested by hand and impressively reflect their south Styrian origin. The ideal ripeness of the grapes and a fruity and lively body characterize this popular wine.
After natural fermentation 18 months maturation sur lie in big neutral oak casks, bottled unfiltered.
93 Falstaff
RIED GRASSNITZBERG RIFF
SAUVIGNON BLANC 1STK/PREMIER CRU
ALCOHOL: 13% VOL. RESIDUAL SUGAR: 1,7G/L DRY ACIDITY: 5,7G/L TBS
SÜDSTEIERMARK DAC
SÜDSTEIERMARK DAC
This Sauvignon impresses with deep mineral and citrus flavours, caper salt & black currant. A lot of limestone spices are present which leave an eternally long taste. May be drunk young, but we recommend 3-5 years bottle ageing. Long ageing potential. Warm lemon, black currant, and apricot. Delicate and fresh with a gentle minerality and a mouth-watering finale.
Goes very well with vegetables and fried fish.
The vineyard was planted by Josef Tement in the 1950s and has been since in the family’s ownership. The old vines of the south south-east facing slopes grow on massive coralline limestone soil (16 mio year old coral reef ).
Vinification: After natural spontaneous fermentation 24 months in big oak casks „sur lie“, bottled unfiltered.
96+ A LA CARTE --- 95FALSTAFF --- 95JAMES SUCKLING --- 94+ ROBERT PARKER --- 18GAULT MILLAU
Goes very well with vegetables and fried fish.
The vineyard was planted by Josef Tement in the 1950s and has been since in the family’s ownership. The old vines of the south south-east facing slopes grow on massive coralline limestone soil (16 mio year old coral reef ).
Vinification: After natural spontaneous fermentation 24 months in big oak casks „sur lie“, bottled unfiltered.
96+ A LA CARTE --- 95FALSTAFF --- 95JAMES SUCKLING --- 94+ ROBERT PARKER --- 18GAULT MILLAU
RIED SULZ MORILLON
CHARDONNAY 1STK/PREMIER CRU
ALCOHOL: 12.5% VOL. RESIDUAL SUGAR: 2,9G/L DRY ACIDITY: 6,9G/L TBS
SÜDSTEIERMARK DAC
SÜDSTEIERMARK DAC
Your new crush. Grilled pineapple, salty lemon, green tea, and ethereal herbs.
An idea of smoke on the tongue with sustaining acidity. A refreshing and austere experience you won´t get enough from.
Ried Sulz is characterized by cool clayey marl soil in combination with a warm microclimate.
The vines grow in a closed mountain basin with a South – Southwestern exposition which is a playfield for Burgundy varieties.
Deep, juicy aromas paired with silky elegance are the impressive result after a 24-month aging on the lees in neutral barrels. Compact acidity is combined with mineral profundity creating a great food companion. Ageing potential of 15 years and more. Bottled unfiltered.
94+ A LA CARTE --- 94FALSTAFF --- 94JAMES SUCKLING --- 93ROBERT PARKER
An idea of smoke on the tongue with sustaining acidity. A refreshing and austere experience you won´t get enough from.
Ried Sulz is characterized by cool clayey marl soil in combination with a warm microclimate.
The vines grow in a closed mountain basin with a South – Southwestern exposition which is a playfield for Burgundy varieties.
Deep, juicy aromas paired with silky elegance are the impressive result after a 24-month aging on the lees in neutral barrels. Compact acidity is combined with mineral profundity creating a great food companion. Ageing potential of 15 years and more. Bottled unfiltered.
94+ A LA CARTE --- 94FALSTAFF --- 94JAMES SUCKLING --- 93ROBERT PARKER
RIED ZIEREGG
SAUVIGNON BLANC GSTK/GRAND CRU
ALCOHOL: 13.5% VOL. RESIDUAL SUGAR: 1,9G/L DRY ACIDITY: 7,1G/L TBS
SÜDSTEIERMARK DAC
SÜDSTEIERMARK DAC
Our icon and historical part of Zieregg is just as complex as life itself. Fully ripe citrus fruit, some litchi, and black currant. Firm and mineral. Fascinating from the very first sip. Citric, salty, and indefinitely long. Attractive when young, irresistible when aged.
Ried Zieregg belongs probably to one of the most famous vineyards in Austria. But for our family it is much more than an iconic flagship. It is the origin of the family history and a place of big emotion.
Oriented on average 180° south, from early morning until late afternoon in the sun; completely open to the south and therefore characterized by cool winds.
Natural spontaneous fermentation 30 months in big neutral oak casks sur lie, bottled unfiltered.
Goes very well with vegetables, fish & chicken
19,5 GAULT MILLAU --- 99FALSTAFF --- 98+ A LA CARTE --- 97ROBERT PARKER --- 97JAMES SUCKLING
Ried Zieregg belongs probably to one of the most famous vineyards in Austria. But for our family it is much more than an iconic flagship. It is the origin of the family history and a place of big emotion.
Oriented on average 180° south, from early morning until late afternoon in the sun; completely open to the south and therefore characterized by cool winds.
Natural spontaneous fermentation 30 months in big neutral oak casks sur lie, bottled unfiltered.
Goes very well with vegetables, fish & chicken
19,5 GAULT MILLAU --- 99FALSTAFF --- 98+ A LA CARTE --- 97ROBERT PARKER --- 97JAMES SUCKLING
Brut Nature
Blanc de Blancs
ALCOHOL: 12% VOL. RESIDUAL SUGAR: 0,7G/L DRY ACIDITY: 6G/L TBS
Produced in „Méthode Traditionelle,“ without dosage or any adding of SO2. Elegant bouquet with a lot of citrus and green apple finished by a full body. Fine perlage, and grip on the palate. Quite something to chew on.
The burgundy vines for the base wine of Tement Brut Nature grow on single vineyard Sulz which is a closed mountain basin with Southern faced exposition. The vines grow on cool chalky marl soil and are surrounded by a warm microclimate.
The grapes (85 % Morillon & 15 % Weissburgunder) were carefully harvested by hand. A particularly gentle pressing was followed by spontaneous fermentation. Maturation “sur lie” in neutral barrels for more than 50 months followed by another 30 months bottle fermentation (“Méthode Traditionelle”).
Blanc de Blancs, zero dosage, without SO2 addition.
The burgundy vines for the base wine of Tement Brut Nature grow on single vineyard Sulz which is a closed mountain basin with Southern faced exposition. The vines grow on cool chalky marl soil and are surrounded by a warm microclimate.
The grapes (85 % Morillon & 15 % Weissburgunder) were carefully harvested by hand. A particularly gentle pressing was followed by spontaneous fermentation. Maturation “sur lie” in neutral barrels for more than 50 months followed by another 30 months bottle fermentation (“Méthode Traditionelle”).
Blanc de Blancs, zero dosage, without SO2 addition.
95 FALSTAFF
94 JAMES SUCKLING