Origin
Austria, Burgenland, Gols
Quality grade
Leithaberg DAC, Österreichischer Qualitätswein
Site
Altenberg
Site Type
hillside
Varietal
Blaufränkisch 100 % | 30 years
Soil
lime
Vineyard Site
The hand-picked grapes for this Blaufränkisch ripened in average 30-year-old vineyards (currently in conversion to biodynamic viticulture) in the Joiser Riede Altenberg on the unique limestone soil on the slopes of the Leithagebirge. This gives this wine its special elegance, finesse and minerality.
Weather / Climate
Climate
continental, pannonic
Vintage description
2016 started out difficult with frost that lead to a substantial loss in yield. This was followed by a wet and cold summer with perpetual threats of fungal infections. On the bright side the water supply for the vines was ideal for the subsequent almost too hot September. All’s well that ends well.
Cellar
Harvest
handpicked | October 8
Malolactic Fermentation
yes
Fermentation
spontaneous
large wooden barrel | used barrel
Maturing
oak barrel | 500 L | used barrel | 18 month(s)
Bottling
natural cork | July 4, 2018 | 3000 bottles
Data
Wine Type
Still wine | red | dry
Alcohol
13.6 %
Acid
5.9 g/l
Residual Sugar
1.5 g/l
Certificates
respect - BIODYN, LACON
Allergens
sulfites
Drinking Temperature
16 - 18 °C
Aging Potential
high (25 years)
Optimum Drinking Year
2020 - 2030
Wine Description
dark, brilliant ruby red, delicate fruit, dark cherries, dark berries, distinctly mineral and spicy, tight on the palate, long and complex finish