COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2015
GRAPE
Grüner Veltliner
PRODUCER
Weingut Rudolf Hofmann
REGION
Niederösterreich
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Finish
Medium - Short
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Donauwinzer Grüner Veltliner Trocken is a white wine from the Traisental DAC region of Lower Austria, produced by Weingut Rudolf Hofmann. The winery is situated in Traismauer and is recognized for its commitment to sustainable and organic farming. The vineyards are located on a high plateau with southwest-facing slopes, benefiting from diverse soils including marine sediments, loess, clay, conglomerates, and terrace gravel. This unique terroir contributes to the wine's aromatic complexity. The 2015 vintage of Grüner Veltliner from this region received positive critical acclaim, with both organic and classic designations earning 90 Falstaff points. Weingut Rudolf Hofmann emphasizes resource-conserving management and ecological responsibility in its operations, with winemaker Rudolf Hofmann focusing on traditional white grape varieties.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€14
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Passed
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards are situated on a high plateau with southwest-facing slopes.
Fact 02
Soils are a complex mix of marine sediments, loess, clay, and gravel.
Fact 03
The winery actively participates in 'Sustainable Winegrowing Traisental'.
Fact 04
Hand-harvesting is performed in multiple passes for optimal grape selection.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Donauwinzer Grüner Veltliner Trocken is produced by Weingut Rudolf Hofmann using 100% Grüner Veltliner grapes from the Traisental DAC region. The winery employs sustainable and organic farming practices, with a commitment to ecological responsibility. Grapes are hand-harvested in multiple passes to ensure quality. While specific fermentation and aging details are not provided for this vintage, the winery's philosophy centers on producing wines with finesse, focusing on traditional white grape varieties. Weingut Rudolf Hofmann actively participates in initiatives aimed at advancing scientific understanding of environmental resources for future management.
