Weinviertel DAC ReserveGrüner Veltliner Ried Rabenstein 2019

The „Rabenstein“-vineyard is a south-easterly slope The vines are up to 50 years old and located in a soil of hard clay with a high percentage of limestone. The Grüner Veltliner-grapes from this site show the character of this very special terroir with a suble spiciness and fine mineralic notes on the palate. Caused by the perfect location the soil takes advantage from the sun in the morning, while getting not too hot in the afternoon. Therefore a suitable acidity is assured. At beginning of November we take care to bring in the grapes in a cool temperature, followed by a scin-contact of up to 48 hours. The fermentation of the ripe must takes place in oak barrels of 1000 – 1200 l and we keep them there on the lees between for 10 months. Scents of ripe pear and apple with soft roasted notes. Good extract and spiciness on the palate, and a long mineral finish. Outstanding aging-potential!