Ratings
JS 91 · TA 90-94
Identity
| Producer | Domäne Wachau |
| Year | 2024 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | Federspiel classification (medium-bodied, balanced) |
| Grapes | 100% Grüner Veltliner |
| Color | White |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Bright pale yellow with green highlights |
| Aroma | Green apple, gooseberry, passionfruit, white pepper, bay leaf, mango, delicate herbal notes |
| Palate | Juicy, vibrant, medium-bodied, refreshing acidity, mineral-driven, balanced, with fruity and spicy finish |
| Finish | Clean, slightly spicy, crisp, mouthwatering finish |
| Food Pairing | Seafood, asparagus, Austrian cuisine (Cordon Bleu, Schnitzel, Tafelspitz), Mediterranean dishes (Saltimbocca, Paella) |
| Serving Temp | 9 |
| Aging Potential | 3 years |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 12.5 |
| Total Acidity | 6 |
| Sugar (g/l) | 1.00 |
| Aging Process | Fermented in stainless steel tanks, no oak aging |
| Fermentation | Fermentation in stainless steel tanks, preserving fresh and mineral character |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | Steep terraced vineyards above the Danube River |
| Soil | Nutrient-poor, fast draining soil with ancient glacial dust and loess deposits on steep terraces |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Meticulous hand-harvesting by local growers following sustainable practices |
Interesting facts
| Domäne Wachau is a renowned cooperative in Wachau, Austria, known for sustainable viticulture and adherence to the Wachau Codex. The vineyards are steep terraced sites with ancient glacial soils. |