Bianka & Daniel Schmitt Nieder-Flörsheimer Furmint

Germany, Rheinhessen, Flörsheim-Dalsheim
Bottle
Ratings
94
Identity
Producer Bianka and Daniel Schmitt GbR
Vol 0.75
Grapes Furmint
Color white
Sweetness dry
Tasting
Aroma Aromas of quince, fresh apple, citrus zest, cool chalky minerality
Palate Tight, stony, mineral-driven, with crisp acidity and layered intensity
Finish Chiselled finish with a mineral-driven, persistent and refreshing character
Food Pairing Pairs well with food, especially dishes that complement mineral and crisp white wines
Aging Potential Good aging potential, develops well over several years
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
Organic Yes
Biodynamic Yes
Natural Yes
Aging Process Fermented and matured in a 3000-liter oak barrel
Fermentation Spontaneous fermentation with wild yeasts
Terroir
Soil limestone-rich soils
Harvest Type manual
Harvest Desc Hand-picked from the lower slopes of the Frauenberg in Flörsheim-Dalsheim
Interesting facts
The winery has been in Daniel’s family for five generations and is Demeter certified since 2012. Bianka is from Hungary, bringing a connection to the Furmint grape.