COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Zweigelt, Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Weingut R&A Pfaffl
REGION
Wien
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium
Intensity
Tannins
Medium - Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Weingut Pfaffl, located in the Weinviertel region, is a pioneer of high-quality Austrian winemaking. While based in Goldenes Bründl, they also cultivate exceptional vineyards within the city limits of Vienna (Wien). The 'Wien.2' (Vienna 2) is a unique cuvée that celebrates the capital city's historic urban wine culture, blending two classic red varieties: Zweigelt and Pinot Noir. This wine represents a modern, elegant approach to Austrian red blends, showcasing the cooler climate influence of the Danube river and the unique terroir of Vienna's historic slopes.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€11
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vienna is the only capital city in the world with a significant wine-growing industry within its city limits.
Fact 02
The name 'Wien.2' refers to both the city of Vienna (Wien) and the two grape varieties, Zweigelt and Pinot Noir, used in the blend.
Fact 03
Weingut Pfaffl was named 'European Winery of the Year' by Wine Enthusiast in 2016, a historic first for an Austrian estate.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes for Wien.2 are carefully harvested from select vineyards in Vienna. After gentle destemming and crushing, the grapes undergo temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel tanks to preserve the bright, primary fruit characteristics of both Zweigelt and Pinot Noir. A portion of the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation to soften the acidity, followed by brief aging in stainless steel and large neutral oak casks to maintain freshness, elegance, and fruit purity before bottling.
