COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Grüner Veltliner
PRODUCER
Weingut Alzinger
REGION
Niederösterreich
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Alzinger Hochstrasser Grüner Veltliner Federspiel 2022 hails from the renowned Wachau region of Austria, produced by Weingut Alzinger. This wine is distinguished by its puristic expression and pronounced minerality, reflecting the specific terroir of the Hochstrasser vineyard, which combines weathered rock and sandy loess soils. The Alzinger estate, a family-run operation, is dedicated to crafting wines of finesse and precision, a philosophy embodied in this particular Grüner Veltliner. The 2022 vintage is characterized by its freshness and vibrant acidity, contributing to the wine's elegant and light-footed profile.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€21
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
9-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The 'Hochstrasser' vineyard boasts a unique soil mix: weathered rock from Loibenberg and sandy loess.
Fact 02
Alzinger's philosophy is 'finesse over power, precision over breadth'.
Fact 03
This wine is considered the most mineral and puristic among Alzinger's Federspiels.
Fact 04
The Federspiel classification signifies a lighter, fruitier style of Wachau wine.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process at Weingut Alzinger for the Hochstrasser Grüner Veltliner Federspiel 2022 emphasizes purity and terroir expression. Grapes are hand-harvested from old vines, ensuring quality fruit. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks at cool temperatures to preserve freshness and varietal character. The wine then undergoes aging solely in stainless steel, a technique that highlights the grape's intrinsic qualities and the minerality derived from the vineyard's unique soil composition. This approach aligns with the estate's philosophy of prioritizing finesse and precision in their winemaking.
