Ratings
Falstaff 95 · PM 95
Identity
| Producer | Domaene Wachau |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | Smaragd |
| Grapes | 100% Riesling |
| Color | White |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Medium yellow-green with silver reflections |
| Aroma | Aromas range from fruity to mineral with firm spice and smoky notes |
| Palate | Concentrated, deep, very deeply spicy, textured with firm structure |
| Finish | Long-lasting finish with elegant spice and mineral persistence |
| Food Pairing | fish, seafood, poultry, vegetables, soft cheeses |
| Serving Temp | 8–10°C |
| Aging Potential | Potential to age well for several years due to concentration and structure |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 13.0 |
| Aging Process | Partly spontaneous fermentation with minimal sulfur addition |
| Fermentation | Partly spontaneous fermentation, emphasizing puristic style and freshness |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | High altitude vineyards |
| Soil | Ancient gneiss and other stony soil types |
| Vine Age | Not specified |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes are hand-picked from small parcels, focusing on individual plot needs |
Interesting facts
| Wachau is a UNESCO World Heritage Site; Kellerberg vineyard is a grand cru site known for concentration and depth |