Ratings
89
Identity
| Producer | Weingut Pittnauer |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | Qualitätswein |
| Grapes | 80% Blaufränkisch, 10% Zweigelt, 10% St. Laurent |
| Color | rosé |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Salmon colour, radiant true pink colour |
| Aroma | Aromas reminiscent of raspberries, cherries, citrus fruits, red raspberry, strawberry, red currant, citrus zest, rosehip, crushed rock |
| Palate | Agile, youthful, elegant, light-medium bodied, sparkling with juicy watermelon, tart cherry, preserved plum, vibrant and mineral |
| Finish | Light, aromatic, and long-lasting finish; fresh and aromatic with a long-lasting finish |
| Food Pairing | Salty to spicy dishes, fish to fowl, salads, fresh tomato sauces, salsas, gazpachos, grilled vegetables, mushrooms, meats, ricotta-stuffed shells in light tomato sauce |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| Organic | Yes |
| Biodynamic | Yes |
| Natural | Yes |
| ABV % | 12.0 |
| Aging Process | Aged for 8 months on the lees in stainless steel tanks |
| Fermentation | Spontaneous fermentation lasting 2-3 weeks with temperature control |
Terroir
| Soil | mixture of sandy, loamy and chalky soils |
| Vine Age | 18 years |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | All were hand-harvested in early September, vineyard sorted and de-stemmed |
Interesting facts
| The wine is made by Gerhard and Brigitte Pittnauer, a dedicated biodynamic estate in Burgenland, Austria. The winery uses a mix of modern technology and traditional methods to ensure purity and freshness. The wine is unfined and lightly filtered. |