Domäne Wachau, based in Austria's most renowned wine-growing region, the Wachau, is one of the country's leading white wine producers.
The steep terraced vineyards, the cool marginal climate and the barren primary rock soils characterize the unique wines of the Wachau. Particularly complex, powerful and long-lasting wines are called "Smaragd" in the region. The steep local mountain of Domäne Wachau, the Kellerberg, rises directly behind the baroque Kellerschlössel in Dürnstein. The vineyards grow on primary rock soil, mainly light-colored Gföhler gneiss, which consists of 90% feldspar and quartz. This vineyard is considered a classic among Wachau wines, combining power and elegance with impressive substance and potential.
A mild and dry winter was followed by a wet April, which gave the soil sufficient moisture. This benefited the vines during the hot summer days. Unfortunately, the weather took a turn for the worse in September, with repeated downpours, especially at harvest time. Fortunately, the sun returned in October, allowing the grapes to ripen slowly but perfectly. The result is elegant and precise wines that impress with a lot of energy and tension and combine vital acidity, clarity and substance on the palate.
The Grüner Veltliner grapes from the Kellerberg are carefully harvested by hand in several passes and after strict selection. After a maceration period and fermentation, partly spontaneous, in stainless steel tanks and large wooden barrels, the wine is matured for several months in both steel tanks and large wooden barrels.
Awards:
-16.5 points, from Vinaria
- 93 points, 100% Blind Tasted
- 95 points from Falstaff
- 95 points from A la Carte
- 92 points from Wein-Plus
- 5 glasses from Wein.Pur (automated translation)
Tasting notes:
Delicate yellow with golden reflections. Very spicy and smoky on the nose. Intense, spicy on the palate with a pronounced structure. Long finish, mineral with a fine spiciness.
Residual sugar: 2.1 g/l
Drinking temperature: 10 °C
A perfect accompaniment to Mediterranean cuisine, spicy fish dishes as well as dishes from the Far East. (automated translation)
Distributor/Importer:
DOMÄNE WACHAU eGen(mbH), Dürnstein 107, 3601 Dürnstein, Österreich
Producer/Distillery:
DOMÄNE WACHAU eGen(mbH), Dürnstein 107, 3601 Dürnstein, Österreich
Brand:
Domäne Wachau
Allergens:
- O (= sulfur dioxide and sulfites)
Special dietary options:
Vegan
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