Sauvignon Blanc Brut
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed within 1–3 years of release to capture its vibrant freshness and aromatic intensity.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Fresh oysters, goat cheese crostini, light seafood tempura
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Oliver Zeter's deep-seated passion for Sauvignon Blanc reaches a sparkling crescendo in his Sauvignon Blanc Brut. While the Pfalz region has historically been synonymous with Riesling, Zeter pioneered the elevation of Sauvignon Blanc, eventually applying the traditional method (Flaschengärung) to this highly aromatic variety. The grapes are harvested early to preserve their electric, spine-tingling acidity, followed by secondary fermentation in the bottle and extended lees aging. This meticulous process tempers the grape's wild, herbaceous nature with a creamy, persistent mousse and delicate brioche undertones, resulting in a sparkling wine of striking individuality. The bottle is adorned with the estate's signature whimsical bear, a historical sketch by Pfalz artist Otto Dill dedicated to Oliver's great-grandfather, Walter Baer.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Established in 2007 by Oliver and Birgit Zeter in Neustadt an der Weinstraße, the Oliver Zeter winery has quickly become a benchmark producer in Germany's Pfalz region. Renowned for pioneering and elevating Sauvignon Blanc in a region traditionally dominated by Riesling, Zeter utilizes diverse vinification methods, including oak barriques, amphorae, and concrete eggs, to craft wines of striking individuality. The estate's whimsical bear mascot, illustrated by Pfalz artist Otto Dill for Oliver's great-grandfather, adorns every bottle, symbolizing their passion and approachability. Beyond their signature Sauvignon Blancs, the winery produces outstanding Pinot Noir, Riesling, and the popular, easy-drinking 'Tapps' range.