COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Gerhard Markowitsch
REGION
Niederösterreich
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Markowitsch Classic Pinot Noir 2022 is a single-varietal wine from the Carnuntum region of Lower Austria, produced by Weingut Gerhard Markowitsch. This family-run winery boasts a history spanning over 200 years, with the current estate managed by Gerhard and his daughter Johanna. The 65-hectare property is certified organic and focuses on terroir-driven winemaking. The Pinot Noir grapes are cultivated in cooler vineyard sites around Höflein, specifically Ried Scheibner and Ried Kirchtal, which are characterized by limestone-rich subsoils. The winery is a recognized leader in Austrian red wine production and is a member of the Austrian Association of Traditional Wine Estates (ÖTW).
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€16
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The Markowitsch estate has been in the family for over 200 years.
Fact 02
Gerhard Markowitsch was named 'Winemaker of the Year' by Falstaff magazine.
Fact 03
The winery is certified organic, reflecting a commitment to sustainable practices.
Fact 04
This Pinot Noir is grown in cooler sites with limestone-rich subsoils.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Markowitsch Classic Pinot Noir 2022 is produced using 100% Pinot Noir grapes. The harvest is conducted by hand in mid to late September. Fermentation occurs on the skins in steel tanks at temperatures between 27–29°C, followed by malolactic fermentation. The wine then undergoes a one-year aging period in used French oak barriques. The winery is certified organic and focuses on expressing the unique characteristics of the Carnuntum region through its winemaking.
