Origin
Austria, Burgenland, Gols
Quality grade
Leithaberg DAC, Österreichischer Qualitätswein
Site
Jungenberg
Site Type
hillside
Varietal
Blaufränkisch 100 %
Geografical Orientation
south east
Soil
mica schist
Muschelkalk
Vineyard Site
The Joiser Jungsberg has been documented as a top Joiser location for over 800 years. The vines look to the southeast towards the lake, which of course allows the grapes to ripen earlier. The floor consists of mica slate and the lower part is covered with shell limestone. Only the best and oldest Blaufränkisch vines from this location are used for this exceptional red wine.
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 3
Malolactic Fermentation
yes
Fermentation
spontaneous
large wooden barrel | used barrel
Maturing
large wooden barrel | 500 L | used barrel | 20 month(s)
Bottling
July 3, 2018 | 2200 bottles
Data
Wine Type
Still wine | red | dry
Alcohol
13.9 %
Acid
6.3 g/l
Residual Sugar
1.4 g/l
Certificates
respect - BIODYN, LACON
Allergens
sulfites
Drinking Temperature
16 - 18 °C
Aging Potential
high (30 years)
Optimum Drinking Year
2020 - 2035
Awards
Falstaff
94
Wine Description
Dark ruby red, deep complex fruit, dark cherries and berries, distinctly mineral and spicy, tight on the palate, perfect tension between body and finesse, very long and complex finish