Ratings
FALSTAFF 94 · IWSC 94 · JS 95 · WE 92
Identity
| Producer | Schloss Gobelsburg |
| Year | 2022 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | Erste Lage |
| Grapes | 100% Grüner Veltliner |
| Color | White |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Bright yellow-gold color. |
| Aroma | Notes of dried pear, candied citrus, white pepper, hazelnut, orange peel, stone fruit, citrus, subtle white pepper, toasted and slightly smoky character. |
| Palate | Full-bodied, creamy-textured, elegant, well-balanced with lactic features, crystalline, finely grippy, savory and salty finish, juicy fruit, spicy notes, refreshing vitality, fine tannins, and characteristic salinity. |
| Finish | Long, intense, persistent finish with fine tannins and characteristic salinity, crystalline and savory, even salty finish. |
| Food Pairing | Freshwater fish, white meats, creamy pasta, light cheeses, vegetable dishes. |
| Serving Temp | 10 |
| Aging Potential | 5-10 years |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 13.5 |
| Sugar (g/l) | bone-dry |
| Aging Process | Fermented and aged in large oak casks (5,000 and 6,000 liters), one of which is new. |
| Fermentation | Natural fermentation in large oak casks. |
Terroir
| loess and loam soil with washed down minerals |
Interesting facts
| The Ried Renner vineyard is classified as Erste Lage and is located beneath the Riesling terraces of Gaisberg, with deep loess soils imparting richness and texture. |