Wine Description

First documented in 1570, Ried Tatschler is one of the most renowned and outstanding white wine sites in Burgenland. This wind-sheltered basin lies to the east of Großhöflein. Thanks to its southeast exposure, the vines benefit from early morning sunlight. In the evening, cooler air from the adjacent forest helps preserve freshness and fruit. The dominant crystalline bedrock with a light layer of limestone forms the foundation for this powerful yet delicately spicy Weißburgunder (Pinot Blanc).

Tasting Notes

Bright golden yellow with silver reflections. Fresh meadow herbs, nuances of white stone fruit, hints of orange blossom and a touch of nougat, with mineral undertones – a multi-faceted bouquet. Complex, finely spiced and elegant, with juicy pear fruit, balanced and harmonious, supported by a refined arc of acidity. Subtle nutty varietal character, assured length and ageing potential, already very approachable. Tasted by Peter Moser for Falstaff.

Food Pairing

A complex companion for pan-seared fish, veal loin or refined vegetarian dishes with brown butter and root vegetables. Its elegant structure and subtle spiciness pair beautifully with gentle roasted flavours and creamy textures. Recipe idea: Roasted celery steaks with hazelnut butter and parsley root purée.

Wine Type

Still wine | white | dry

Alcohol

13 %

Residual Sugar

1 g/l

Acid

5 g/l

Certificates

vegan

Allergens

sulfites

Drinking Temperature

10 - 12 °C

Aging Potential

high

Optimum Drinking Year

2025 - 2032

Award

Vinous Media

Falstaff

A la Carte

Vineyard

Vineyard Site

The Ried Tatschler, first mentioned in documents in 1570, is a sheltered basin east of Großhöflein. It is 12.8 hectares in size and faces southeast. The vines are exposed to the sun early in the morning, which causes the berries to dry quickly after rainfall or dew. This means that the grapes can remain on the vines for a long time in the autumn without being exposed to the risk of noble rot setting in too early. The steep, wooded slope above the Ried Tatschler brings cooler air masses into the vineyards in the evening hours, thus cooling them down and preserving a fruity acid structure in the wines. The vineyards in the Ried Tatschler extend from 203 to 238 meters above sea level and have slopes of up to 26 degrees. The crystalline primary rock that forms the core of the Leitha Mountains is exposed in the Ried Tatschler. The soil is of medium depth (23 percent clay) and has a light layer of lime (9 to 18 percent lime) and a good water supply. Together with a light layer of lime (9 to 18 percent lime), these conditions form the basis for spicy, powerful white wines.

Origin

Austria, Burgenland, Leithaberg, Grosshöflein

Quality grade

Leithaberg DAC

Site

Ried Tatschler

Normal Classification

Riedenwein

Site Type

hillside

Varietal

Weißburgunder | 27 years

5200 liter/ha

Geografical Orientation

south east

Sea Level

203 - 238 m

Soil

slate

lime

loam

Weather / Climate

Climate

pannonic

Average Hours of Sun per Vintage

2102 hours

Average Rainfall Per Vintage

673 mm

Rainfall 2022

421 hours

Sunshine 2022

2179 hours

Vintage description

The 2022 vintage was characterized by a warm, dry spring and a hot summer with occasional heat waves. Thanks to timely rainfall in August, the vines were able to complete their ripening process well. The harvest began somewhat earlier than average and yielded healthy, aromatically concentrated grapes with good acidity. Especially in the higher elevations of the Leitha Mountains, balanced conditions were found for elegant, mineral wines. Overall, the 2022 vintage promises wines with finesse, aging potential, and regional expression.

Harvest and Maturing

After the selective hand-picking, the grapes are destemmed and lightly crushed. In order to release as many ingredients as possible from the skins, the fresh juice is left on the skins for a day. This is followed by a particularly slow and gentle pressing. The must obtained is only left to settle for a few hours (sedimentation) before it is filled into the oak barrels intended for fermentation and maturation. In these, fermentation and malolactic fermentation takes place naturally. The entire maturation period is 11 months on the full yeast without the addition of sulphur. The wine is only drawn off the mother yeast and lightly sulphurized shortly before bottling. In order to preserve as much of the wine's natural character as possible without "clouding" future enjoyment, the young wine is only subjected to a light, clarifying filtration during bottling.

Harvest

handpicked | September 9

Grape Sorting

manual

Malolactic Fermentation

yes

Fermentation

spontaneous

Pre Clarification: yes | soft

oak barrel | 500 L | used barrel

Skin Contact

1 day(s)

Filter

filtered | coarse

Sulfur Added

yes

Maturing

oak barrel | 500 L | used barrel | 11 month(s)

Batonnage: yes

Time on the Full Yeast

11 month(s)

Bottling

natural cork | Aug. 28, 2023 | 1254 x 0.75 L | Lot Number: L N19823/23

Product Codes

Prüfnummer

N19823/23

EAN

9120041300561

EAN / carton 6

9120041300578

Winery

The Wagentristl winery in Burgenland, in the Leithaberg region, is a family-run business with a long tradition. Generations of the family combine traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to produce high-quality wines full of character. The diversity of grape varieties and the special terroir of the Leithaberg are reflected in elegant and authentic wines that stand for quality and closeness to nature.