Austria 2019

This is a south-facing vineyard that’s protected from the strongest winds, and the wine results in a really rather opulent expression of Riesling, but one with lovely purity to the fruit. With coaxing come notes of nectarine and peach, as well as a floral element. The palate has nice roundness to it, with a generosity and creaminess, but still the explosive freshness that marks out the 2019s.

From a steep, south-east facing vineyard, located very close to the Danube, this site sees extreme temperatures and lots of wind. More intense and savoury than the Kogl, there’s loads of fresh acidity and lots of grip on the palate. This is very long and saline, with excellent purity to the fruit.

This is a field blend of Grüner Veltliner, Muskateller, Sauvignon Blanc, Frühroter Veltliner, Müller Thurgau, Chardonnay and Neuburger, all from cooler sites, fermented together. Lovely nose of mandarin oranges and creamy citrus. So explosive on the palate, with mouthwatering acidity, and a savoury, saline finish. Delicious and cleansing.