Product Description
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Muenzenrieder, Zweigelt, Romerstein, 2019, Qualitätswein trocken, Burgenland, Austria
Producer Profile
The Muenzenrieder wine-growing estate lies in the neusiedlersee/seewinkel national park. Through natural cultivation methods, rigorous harvest scrutiny, and controlled cellar operations, winegrowers Johann and Johannes Muenzenrieder produce potent wines marked with regional characteristics and tremendous intensity.
Enjoying the special microclimate of the sun drenched seewinkel aera, fruitful, fresh white and dense, robust red wines flourish. the adjoining lake neusiedl and numerous small marshes of the area serve as heat reservoirs, providing ample amounts of air moisture. Consequently, the ideal conditions for the cultivation of the coveted “noble rot” (botrytis) are set, allowing for the vinification of high-class sweet wines.
Viticulture
Sourced from Ried Römerstein, a single vineyard, made up of predominately crushed stone and black earth.
Winemaking
Fermentation in stainless steel, followed by 14 days maceration and malolactic fermentation. 12 months in French oak barriques prior to bottling.
Tasting Note
Inviting bouquet of fresh cherries, red berry nuances, and hints of plums. Juicy, An elegant wine, with discreet sweetness and fine acidity. A lovely fresh structure making it a versatile food companion with good aging potential.
Goes well with
Chargrilled lamb with mint yoghurt sauce.
Cellaring
7-10 years with careful cellaring.
Features
Varieties: Zweigelt
Colour: Red
ABV: 13%
Closure: Natural cork
Style: Still Wine
Case Size: 6 x 75cl
Country: Austria
Region: Burgenland
Vintage: 2019
