Grüner Veltliner Weinviertel DAC 2023
The typical Veltliner from the Weinviertel: Pure drinking pleasure!
“Benchmark Grüner Veltliner” (Jancis Robinson).
Origin: Single vineyards called Johannesbergen and Krainholz in Herrnbaumgarten
Soil: Loess. Every second row is planted with various blooming herbs and clover types to promote biodiversity and soil organisms (earthworms).
Harvest: Mid of September
Grape processing & vinification: De-stemmed and instantly pressed, chilled fermentation in inox tanks.
Analysis: Alc.: 12.5 % ABV; residual sugar: 2.0 g/l; acidity: 5.6 g/l
Weather Conditions 2023: Late budding, cool and rainy spring. Then alternating hot, dry and cool, wet phases. Loose bunches with small berries prevent rot in most varieties, but yields remain below average. September and October very warm, therefore not a classically cool vintage despite the late harvest. The grapes are very ripe, with acidity levels ranging from low (Veltliner) to high (Riesling and Pinot Noir).
Description: Bright lemon colour. Delicate aromas of lemon accompanied by apple and the spicy aroma of black pepper. Feel the Weinviertel with every sip.
Awards: Falstaff Weinviertel DAC Cup: 90 Points
Vintage 2022:
Falstaff Grüner Veltliner Grand Prix: 93 Points;
A la Carte: 92 Points; Wein Pur Guide: 4 out of 5 glasses;
Vintage 2021:
Jancis Robinson: 16 Points (out of 20);
A la Carte: 90+ Points; Falstaff: 90 Points;
Vintage 2020:
4 Stars Nordjyske Stiftstidende, 5 Stars www.vinavisen.dk;
Food pairing: Antipasti, light meals and fish.
Drinking temperature: 10°C
Best age to open: 1 to 2 years after harvest.