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M E M B E R S

ANDREAS LARSSON

Best Sommelier of the World 2007

OLIVIER POUSSIER

Best Sommelier of the World 2000

HERVÉ PENNEQUIN

3rd Best Sommelier of the World 2004

YOICHI SATO

ROGER DAGORN

GÉRARD BASSET

MARK SLATER

VIRGINIA PHILIP

Sommelier at «Chanterelle» Restaurant & Master Sommelier Master Sommelier & Master of Wine

Sommelier at «Michel Richard Citronelle» Restaurant & The James Beard Outstanding Wine Service Award 2007 Best Sommelier of USA 2002 & Master Sommelier

CHRISTY CANTERBURY

Corporate Beverage Director For Culinary Concepts By Jean-Georges

MARKUS DEL MONEGO

Best Sommelier of the World 1998

DOMINIQUE LAPORTE

ERIC BEAUMARD

ANTON PANASENKO

Best Sommelier of Japan 2005

Best Sommelier of France 2004, Third Best Sommelier of Europe 2004 2nd Best Sommelier of the World 1998, Head Sommelier at Georges V

Best Sommelier of Russia 2003

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S O M M E L I E R S

ANDREAS LARSSON

DOMINIQUE LAPORTE

"Grüner, what a pleasure ! Ranging from young spicy and fresh to bold structured and ripe and everything in between. It is a highly potent variety that is distinct and personal, always marked by a typical spiciness and a certain bitterness that adds structure. From the more fertile loess soils it typically displays citrus, spices and ripe fruit whilst the more rocky and stony soils give examples that are more profound with a pronounced mineral character and stone fruits, the more complex examples that are harvested later can show an immense depth and complexity and do equal the greatest Rieslings, Montrachets, Vouvrays and Pessac-Léognans - its “Grüvy” baby !"

"As far as I’m concerned the most important thing in Grüner is its balance. Furthermore other important factors for me were the elegance, the subtlety, the quality and the typicality of the wines. The vintage is important, particularly if we take a look on the difference in quality between a 2006 and a 2007. I didn’t watch out for the same criteria, especially as some wines seemed as if they were just being finished, and thus were still a little closed and less complex than the others, I consider that one also needs to be able to judge their potential. The way of elaboration a wine did undergo, was also of importance for the score, however a wine elaborated in oak barrel was not necessarily better rated than a wine elaborated in vats, at the contrary, as Grüner for me is all about the freshness of fruit and the perfect management of bitterness counterbalanced by barrel elaboration. That showed me, that in great wines barrel elaboration is not harming quality. In general, racy wines with great minerality were my favourites. But first of all it is the pleasure a wine procures that is important, desiring a second glass of it - isn’t that the final objective of every winemaker ? The pleasure of the consumer and his satisfaction in tasting is the guideline to my tastings."

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HERVÉ PENNEQUIN "I believe that Grüner Veltliner should express elegance, balance, a small but delicate acidity and spiciness with a minerality developing great freshness. It could be a light wine but as long as the balance and freshness is there, there is no reason why not having a decent score. A great Grüner is a very racy wine with depth and long, profound aromas and flavours but still keeping its elegance and delicacy."

MARK SLATER "What I was looking for in all the Grüner Veltliner we tasted was freshness, depth, balance and elegance. Grüners can be quite acidic, so that the use and balance of acidity is crucial to a successful wine. It was very interesting that the wines we tasted were from all quality and production levels, and there were good to great selections at every point. The more profound wines, I tended to score higher for their power and grace, the correct and interesting wines fell into scores in the mid-80’s. The wines scored above 91 were wines that I felt were great wines in comparison to any other wines in the world. "

ROGER DAGORN "Since for now I haven’t seen the individual results of the each Grüner Veltliner tasted, my overall impressions of this blind tasting were rather impressive. With over 600 Grüner Veltliners tasted, there were a good number that I gave excellent scores based on richness, balance of fruit and acid, elegance and power, as well as length on the palate. The vast majority was good to very good, based on freshness, forward fruit and/or herbaceousness, which I personally found appealing. Even among those very few Grüner Veltliners that I found underwhelming, there were some I would not hesitate to enjoy with certain foods. I can safely say that I did not suffer from “palate fatigue” after tasting all these wines."

WATER & VELTLINER Since the job of a sommelier doesn’t only consist in tasting wines and rating them, but ﬁrst and foremost in pairing wines with all the other components of a meal, we asked the sommeliers who participated in this tasting session which water, still mineral water or sparkling mineral water was the best suited to accompany Grüner Veltliner. During the whole tasting session they had thus the choice between either the ﬁne sparkling mineral water of S.Pellegrino or the still mineral water of Acqua Panna. We asked for their verdict at the end of the tasting week. The sommeliers unanimously opted for the still mineral water. Hervé Pennequin explained : ‘‘Most of us drunk Acqua Panna water to counter balance the acidity found in the Grüner Veltliner wines, it helped to settle the mouth and refresh our palate before moving on tasting more Grüner. In addition, at lunch or dinner, most of us were drinking S.Pellegrino that was giving us even more vibrant feelings to enjoy our food and red wines.’’ Mark Slater agreed with him adding : “I drank a great deal of Acqua Panna and found it very helpful with the tasting. Some of the wines were quite harsh with acidity and the Panna helped.” Roger Dagorn was perfectly ok with his colleagues and declared : “During the S4C session I enjoyed Acqua Panna with the Grüner Veltliner. I

thought they were particularly well suited together since Acqua Panna has a rather neutral clean taste. It did not interfere with aromatics of the Grüner Veltliner. The relatively low minerality of Acqua Panna also did not compete with the high minerality of many of the Grüner Veltliner. The fairly high acidity of many Grüner Veltliners was also tempered by the softness of the Acqua Panna.” Andreas Larsson went even further and explained us why Grüner Veltliner needs to be drunk with Acqua Panna, “Grüner Veltliner is a versatile grape variety that ranges from fresh, light and spicy to bold structured and ripe,” he said, “it is often marked by a certain bitterness that adds structure and spice to the wine, the acidity is also well pronounced and the best examples show a lot of mineral character, therefore, I think that the softness, harmony and low acidity of Acqua Panna is the perfect pairing.” If the sommeliers agreed that Grüner Veltliner was a nice and relatively easy to taste grape variety, they also agreed that the still mineral water of Acqua Panna, was the Best suited to pair with these very mineral wines of high acidity.

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What’s S4C S4C Members Sommeliers’ “Grü -V” statements Water & Veltliner Grü - V Tasting diary TASTING COMMENTS ABOVE 80 POINTS 2007 up to 12.9% Vol. of alcohol 2007 more than 13% Vol. of alcohol 2006 up to 12.9% Vol. of alcohol 2006 more than 13% Vol. of alcohol TASTING COMMENTS UNDER 80 POINTS 2007 up to 12.9% Vol. of alcohol 2007 more than 13% Vol. of alcohol 2006 up to 12.9% Vol. of alcohol 2006 more than 13% Vol. of alcohol

Publisher : Léa Nsang Contributing editors, correctors and translaters : John U.Salvi M.W. - Petronella Salvi - Katharina Woitczyk Layout & Design : Edouard Nardon for DRAPETA Commercial contact : lea@s-4-c.com - caroline@s-4-c.com TASTED events -14, rue Ferrère - 33000 Bordeaux - France S4C Magazine is edited and published by TASTED events

FIVE SOMMELIERS

GO GRÜ-V - by John U. Salvi -

SOMMELIERS S4C assembled a team of famous and brilliant sommeliers. The theme of the tasting was Grüner Veltliner and only Grüner Veltliner and what is more there were over 600 of them. I think that I am able to say, without the slightest fear of contradiction, but without being able to verify the fact, that this was the largest and most comprehensive tasting of this particular grape variety ever to be held on the globe. Without doubt it qualiﬁes for the Guinness Book of Records !

G R Ü N E R V E LT L I N E R Before launching into the GRÜ-V tasting and the diary of the tasting week, and before the reader studies the expert tasting notes on each wine by the five sommeliers, it is important to know just what is this grape variety that carries the name of Grüner Veltliner. Grüner Veltliner is of the species Vitis Vinifera and originates in Austria. It is planted notably in Lower Austria, Burgenland, Moravia and the Czech Republic, with a little in Hungary, Slovenia and Slovakia. It makes a decidedly food friendly wine. It is said to date back to Roman times but this is to some extent hearsay and without definite proof. The name Grüner Veltliner only appeared in the 19th century. Before that it was known as Grüner Moskateller. Other synonyms are Green Veltliner, GrüVe, Weissgipfler and Manhardsrebe. It produced rather ordinary wines and was not very highly prized until a famous gentleman, by the name of Lenz Moser, invented the “hochkultur” system of pruning and training the vine. This was a training system producing high volume yields with widely spaced plantings allowing for the use of tractors and machines in the vineyards to reduce both costs and intensity of labour. The quality then improved dramatically although, since the 1980s, this high-yielding pruning system has rather fallen out of use in favour of pruning systems producing lower yields and greater ripeness. Grüner Veltliner is famous for its citrus and grapefruit aromas and its classical white

pepper fragrance. Only one of the parents of Grüner Veltliner is known beyond doubt and this is Traminer (DNA analysis). It seems clear that the other parent has no relationship to any of the other Veltliner varieties (Red Veltliner etc.). Research into this continues. The leaves are five-lobed and the bunches are long but compact, with deep green grapes that ripen in mid-to-late October. Jancis Robinson has described Grüner Veltliner as being a “decidedly groovy grape”. From her expression, and the synonym above, I have drawn the title of this diary “Five Sommeliers go GrüV”. If well made, the wine from it can age for many years, in large part due to its high acidity. With time it expresses its origins with greater and greater purity and clarity. In Austria today, 36-37% of all the vineyards are planted with Grüner Veltliner, most of them in Nieder-Österreich. At latest count there are 50,875 acres of it. Two of the first three DACs (geographical appellations) belong to Grüner Veltliner, namely the Weinviertel DAC and the Traisental DAC. A few of the very best winemakers in Austria make sweet Grüner Veltliner with botrytised grapes. These can be truly wonderful, with haunting flavours and aromas, and are worthy of the careful attention of all lovers of fine, sweet wines.

V I N TAG E S The tasting consisted entirely of the 2007 and 2006 vintages. Here is what possibly the finest grape-grower and winemaker in Austria today – Willi Bründlmayer – has to say about them. “Both are magnificent vintages. 2006 was marked by millerandage (chicken and egg), low yields and a long, dry, sunny fall, which favoured deep, concentrated wines because of great maturity. These are not everybody’s cup of tea (or glass of wine !). It was one of the most remarkable vintages of the last decades. Because of this millerandage the grapes had, as already mentioned, unusually perfect maturity. Density and complexity is their byword. They will not only be fine and delicious drinking while still young, but their lively acidity gives them a backbone perfect for long, gracious and harmonious longterm development. Because of their weight and

depth they may however not be the easiest wine for everyday quafﬁng. Rather they are wines for occasions when the wine will be thought about and talked about and are perfect food wines. 2007 was a vintage when everything went perfectly. Perfect maturity, perfect acidity levels, totally healthy grapes, which could be harvested until November on the higher slopes and on stony soil. The alcohol levels were slightly lower and the acidity levels higher than in 2006, owing to the lower average temperature during the fall. This cool fall compensated for the warm spring and summer and helped achieve harmonious maturity, neither green and thin nor overpoweringly overblown. The wines have brilliant fruit, which is clear and pure. Few vintages in history have shown so much character, personality, density and minerality at such low alcohol levels – often not much above 12°”.

T A S T I N G

D I A R Y

- By John U.Salvi -

Before we get into the meat of this article I should perhaps explain to our readers that we have set up a panel of famous and professional sommeliers, many of whom have won major competitions in their country, in Europe or in the World (to wit Andreas Larsson, Best Sommelier in the World, 2007). Each time we hold one of these tastings in future, five of our prestigious panel will be chosen to participate. We will therefore have a different set of tasters each time, but each one will be a thoroughly expert and proficient “dégustateur”, as qualified as all the others. This will enable us to give you, our readers, a wide spectrum of viewpoints and tasting notes. We feel sure that this new system will be thoroughly enjoyed by you all. There were over 600 wines to be tasted and every one of them a Grüner Veltliner. The tastings were organised at the Centre Technique, in Epernay. The full title of this establishment is the “Station Oenotechnique de Champagne” it is the principal Technical Centre for the whole of the Champagnes district and appellation and analyses all the wines from all of the Champagne Houses and supervises all the rules and regulations formulated by all the official bodies. The wonderful thing about it is that it has a superb professional tasting room, which enjoys private tasting

booths, each one complete with its own bright, white light for colour and limpidity appreciation, a sink with running water and white Formica overall. This makes for perfect tasting conditions that were hugely appreciated by our ﬁve sommeliers. The Director of the Technical Centre is James Darsonville, who enjoys the ofﬁcial title of “œnologue conseil”. He is an old friend and a truly wonderful man. It was he who made us eminently welcome and allowed us to use these splendid facilities. He deserves our warmest thanks for all his great hospitality and kindness.

DAY 1 E

Having travelled from Bordeaux, and met up with Dominique Laporte in Paris, we then drove to down in his car to arrive, rather late, at the Hotel Les Berceaux, in Epernay. We went straight in to dinner without even taking our suitcases out of the car. There we found the rest of the party half way through dinner as guests of the Champagne House of Thienot. These were Anthony Chicheportiche, Hervé Pennequin, Mark Slater and Roger Da-

gorn. Us four late arrivals, Andreas Larsson, my wife Petronella Salvi, Dominique Laporte and myself, sat at a separate table where we were generously served an excellent, if very late dinner. Our host was Stanislas Thienot, who is gradually taking over the running of the company business from his father, together with his sister Garance. The other guest at his table was Maxime Hamma the owner of Bordeaux Magnum, a ﬁne wine shop in Bordeaux.

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1999 Thienot Grande Cuvée N/V Thienot Brut Rosé N/V Thienot (magnums, with a base of the 2000 vintage) 2000 Thienot Brut 1999 Chassagne Montrachet, Ier Cru, Les Vergers 2004 Domaine de Pégau Réserve, Châteauneuf du Pape 2004 Haut Gros Caillou, Saint Emilion Grand Cru 1997 Château de Ricaud, Loupiac Together with the pride and joy of the Thienot family : 1999 La Vigne aux Gamins, Avize (a special cuvée of just 3950 bottles) -

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Fresh salad of spring greens and asparagus Steak with sauté of morels and potatoes Cheese platter Ice cream and chocolate We talked long and vinously and ﬁnally bade our host goodnight, and tumbled into bed just before 01.00am. A late but excellent start to the trip ! DAY 2 L

After a morning of tastings, Anthony drove us back to our hotel where we enjoyed our lunch in the restaurant there. Maxime of Bordeaux Magnum joined us. -

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2003 Monthelie, Ier Cru, Les Champs, Jacques Parent 2003 Château Tournefeuille, Lalande de Pomerol 2003 Saumur Champigny, Les Poyeux, Clos Rougeard, Foucault -

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Asparagus salad with slivers of parmesan cheese and Parma ham Sole meunière with sauté potatoes Millefeuille with bourbon vanilla and fresh strawberries Cheese platter Fruit salad

together with Benoit Gouez, Chef de Cave, and Stanislas Rocoffort de Vinnière. My old friend Tom Stevenson and his wife were the other guests and he was seated next to me at table. Before dinner we enjoyed 2003 Moët Grand Vintage, in the salon, accompanied by hors d’œuvres of scallops roasted in vanilla and emulsion of sea urchin with melon juice. Dinner followed.

This evening was to be a grand one, indeed a momentous occasion. We were received for dinner at Château de Saran, the palatial entertainment home of Moët & Chandon. For me it was a real pleasure to revisit, after being there for my honeymoon in may 1967 (40 years ago), when I drank the 1937 and the 1900 ! We were graciously received by Jean Berchon, our principal host, -

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2003 Grand Vintage 2003 Grand Vintage Rosé 1995 Grand Vintage Collection (magnum) 1990 Grand Vintage Collection (magnum) 1959 Grand Vintage Collection (magnum) -

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Carpaccio of beef with balsamic vinegar and blackcurrant Salad of fresh herbs with rhubarb Curried Bouillabaisse in a puff pastry crust Crisp packets of pig’s trotter with potato purée prepared with smoked pork breast Mocha ice-cream and its sherbet, cigar of dried fruits, crunchy ﬁgs After dinner, in the withdrawing room, we enjoyed coffee and more 2003 Grand Vintage and joyous conversation and relaxation until 23.30. On arrival back at the hotel I retired

graciously to bed while, at midnight, to celebrate Mark Slater’s 56th birthday, all the others, apart from Andreas, got stuck into a bottle of Delamotte Champagne !

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Today we ate in the hotel bistro “Bistro le 7”. -

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2002 Chinon, Clos du Chêne Vert, Charles Joguet 2001 Château Lamarque 1999 Gevrey Chambertin, Louis Trapet -

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Lentil salad cooked in Champagne Freshwater crayﬁsh with a light cream of cauliﬂower Snail casserole with a parsley sauce Steak tartare and French fries Strawberries and cream Coffee and tuiles

Anthony had declared the evening “free” and he duly disappeared. It was after all Saturday ! Dominique went back to Paris and his family and Hervé spent the evening with his parents. An-

dreas’s girlfriend arrived from Norway. My wife typed tasting notes all the evening before she, Mark and I enjoyed a long, slow birthday dinner in his honour in the hotel bistro.

W I N E S

2004 Chassagne Montrachet, 1er Cru, Les Caillerets. 2001 Roc des Cambes 2005 Riesling, Marcel Deiss N/V Champagne Diebolt-Valois, Prestige Brut, Cramant 2005 Schrader CCS, Charles and Diane Schrader. This was a truly magnificent bottle brought over and offered by Mark. It was from the To Kalon vineyard in Napa. The Beckstoffer family’s -

portion of H W Crabb’s original To Kalon vineyard, established 1868. Pure Cabernet Sauvignon of 14.6°. Superb !

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Leek and potato soup with Chaource cheese Pressé of foie gras Sole meunière Scallops on virtual rice (pasta) Œufs à la neige (frothed up egg whites on vanilla sauce) A small piece of cake with one candle (this to mark Mark’s anniversary and he blew it out in a single breath !) A delightful ﬁve hours repast and Andreas and Roger joined us for after dinner drinks in the lounge. Happy Birthday Mark ! DAY 4 Anthony had declared Sunday “Freizeit”. Everybody did their own thing and their private activities do not form part of this public diary, interesting and fascinating though they may have been ! Many of us enjoyed a visit to the Champagne house of Jacques Selosse and his amazing and controversial philosophy and champagnes. This was followed, for Mark, my wife and I, by lunch in the hotel restaurant, the highlight of which -

was a fabulous bottle of 1998 Chapelle Chambertin, Trapet Père et Fils, offered generously by Mark. A long, lazy siesta occupied Sunday afternoon and work on tasting notes took up most of the evening. Although unplanned, almost the whole team, together with wives and girlfriends, were present and what was destined as a quiet evening developed into quite a party with some ﬁne bottles of wine.

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N/V Jaquesson Champagne (magnum) 1999 Bollinger Grande Année N/V Selosse Rosé 1999 Dom Perignon (magnum) 2003 Château Haut Marbuzet (imperial) offered by Maxime Hamma

M E N U

Cheese soufﬂé Warm, fresh foie gras Chocolate coated peanut ice cream My wife and I retired to bed, but the younger elements continued with 1999 Franck Bonville Dominique drove back from Paris in the early hours of the morning and was in time to join them for the last bottle or two ! DAY 5 L

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1996 Chinon, Les Picasses, Olga Raffault 2001 Roc de Cambes (again) 2002 Mercurey, 1er Cru, Les Champs Martin, Laurent Juillet -

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Leek and potato soup with Chaource cheese Casserole of lobster and macaroni Strawberries and cream E

Another magniﬁcent evening. Now we were the guests of the Champagne House of Gosset represented by Philippe Manfredini, Commercial Manager of Gosset. Our host had forgotten that he had a dinner appointment with us and therefore we were somewhat surprised when he failed to appear at the appointed time. We therefore consumed a few bottles of -

Gosset 1998 Celebris Rosé and Gosset Blanc de Blancs (see details below) while waiting. Finally, when he had been contacted by Anthony and told us that he would be joining us later; we went in to dinner without him. He ﬁnally joined us at 22.30 for some of his Champagne and the excellent Frapin “Grande Champagne, Vieille Reserve Patrick Michelon” (belonging to the same ownership).

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N/V Gosset Celebris Blanc de Blancs, Cuvée extra brut 1998 Gosset Celebris Rosé 1998 Gosset Vintage Extra Brut Gosset Brut Excellence Gosset Brut Grande Réserve 2000 Puligny Montrachet, Domaine Leﬂaive 2002 Châteauneuf du Pape, Domaine de Pégau, Ferraud 1998 Montus, Madiran Prestige, A. Brumont (offered with great generosity by Roger) Very old Grande Champagne Cognac, 20 year old House Réserve, Frapin Andreas commented of the Madiran “it needs to be accompanied by dead animals with beans cooked by peasants”.

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Feuilleté of snails Veal kidneys in Madeira sauce Selection of cheeses Fresh strawberries and vanilla ice-cream DAY 6 L

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1998 Cahors, Château du Cèdre, Le Cèdre, Verhaeghe & Fils 1996 Mas de Daumas Gassac, Guibert 2002 Domaine Léon Barra, Faugères 2002 Aÿ Rouge, Gatinois, Coteaux Champenois Grand Cru When we drank the Cahors, Mark quipped about the producer “please don’t quit your day job”. -

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Salad Niçoise Sole meunière Strawberries and cream E

The party foregathered, at 20.00, and we headed off to Aÿ where we located the Edouard Brun Champagne House with, some difﬁculty. Monsieur Delescot was waiting for us in his ofﬁce, together with his Chinese sales lady, Kate Hong Cui, who will be selling his Champagne in her country. Without further ado he walked us through the streets of Aÿ to the restaurant Le Vieux Puit. A long slow tasting of four of the -

Brun wines ensued, which included a perfectly sublime 1955 vintage, made by M. Lefebvre’s his maternal grandfather. A ﬁne table had been laid in the same room as the tasting and here we were served a superb and extremely complex and accomplished meal by an attentive chef who explained each and every ingredient and his way of blending them together and preparing each dish.

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Edouard Brun, Brut, Blanc de Blancs (in spiral glasses) Edouard Brun, Ier Cru, Réserve Brut 1989 Edouard Brun Brut Extra Edouard Brun, Demi-Sec (30 grams of sugar) -

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Almost raw salmon with trout eggs, Italian olive oil bread, bean sprouts, Tonka beans, pine kernels and conﬁt of rose petals Guinea fowl with a gratin of leeks and half a morel Langres cheese ﬂamed in Marc de Champagne with dandelion salad in sesame oil, Poached pear in spices with Italian meringue and champagne zabaglione After Andreas had swallowed an immense Marc de Champagne he made goodbye signs to Anthony and Hervé. Hervé then extracted us with his usual grace and charm.

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We drove to our, by now, customary tasting palace – the Technical Institute. “A wine from rocks that rock” quipped Andreas about one particularly mineral Grüner Veltliner. “Hallelujah” said Roger. Good work was done, with one short break, until soon after midday when we were bidden to visit the Champagne House of De Venoge. This simple visit was my personal highlight of the entire trip. Having located the premises, we were received by Gilles de Labassetière, CEO of the company, and by Guillaume Jourdan, Head of Communications. They took us straight down to the deep and magniﬁcent cellars, where we had a truly exceptional tasting of champagnes “à la volée”. A 1978 Louis XV, Blanc de Blancs, Cramant, in magnum, started it off. Then came a 1995

Louis XV followed by a 1977 Rosé, in magnum. Overawed and thrilled, we climbed up the hundreds of steps back to ground level and into the tasting room. Here we enjoyed a comparative tasting of the De Venoge 1990, 1989 and 1988 Brut. We learned from them that De Venoge belongs to BCC (Boisel Chanoine Champagne) and is the second largest Champagne group after LVMH. It also owns Phillipponat, Boisel and Lanson. It is 40% owned by Bruno Paillard, who is overall boss. We drove back to the hotel, armed with all the half full bottles from the tasting. Here De Venoge offered lunch in the hotel dining room. We drank all the wines from the above tasting during the lunch and, in addition, De Venoge offered us as an aperitif

2000 De Venoge, Blanc de Blancs And with the meal -

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2001 Red Coteaux Champenois, 1998 Clos de la Roche, Grand Cru, Hubert Lignier -

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Crab cocktail with white of egg mousse Fresh foie gras, lambs tongue salad and lentil salad Iberian Pork, raised in Champagne. The shoulder roasted and “pluma” cut and the cheek glazed and served with a duxelles of mushrooms and carrots and cooking juices Red Piquillo peppers stuffed with rice and one whole onion ring Cheeseboard with a ﬁne Chaource Vanilla ice-cream With great intelligence, Anthony had decreed a free afternoon and we positively staggered upstairs where it took immense will power to work on tasting notes rather than collapse on the bed. Dressed to kill, we all met in the hotel lobby to go and dine with the Champagne House of Phillipponat. We left a little late and arrived even later. In spite of this, after we had been warmly welcomed by Charles Phillipponat in person, he in-

sisted upon taking us for a drive before offering us a drink. He squeezed into our car and guided us around the company vineyards with their incredible 45% slopes, the virgin on the hill and the setting sun over the mountains and the vines. On return to the gracious mansion we had a much needed glass of Phillipponat N/V Réserve Brut, Clos des Goisses, to brighten us up. Our host then donned an apron and, lea-

ding us out into the courtyard, proceeded to open “à la volée” a magnum that he had just fetched from the cellar with the help of some of our sommeliers. Ofﬁcially Non Vintage we were told that it was in fact probably a 1976. Steak and cheese and slices of foie gras on bread accompa-

nied this lovely old Champagne. Finally, and by now with excellent appetites, we went in to dinner in the elegant dining room. The table was laid for 10. Charles carafed his own wine himself and put it on the window-sill to cool. A long, slow dinner ensued.

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2000 Grand Blanc, Blanc de Blancs, Chardonnay 1985 Grand Blanc (magnum), disgorged 1995 2000 Cuvée 1522 (4 grams sugar) 1979 Clos des Goisses (disgorged on the spot) 1999 Clos des Goisses 1996 Chardonnay (base wine for the Clos des Goisses) 1986 Lafite. Both bottles of this wine were tragically corked, the first badly and the second less so but decidedly tainted. Our host was very upset indeed but bravely said “it’s only money !!” 1989 Clos des Goisses 2000 Cuvée 1522 Rosé (our host said that it smelled of fur !) 1995 Blanc de Blancs (officially dry although tasting semi-sweet as the law decrees that a Champagne is only semi-sweet with 35 grams of sugar and this had only 30) -

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John Dory stuffed with foie gras accompanied by wild rice Capon in cream sauce with morels (lots of them !). The capon had been fed on Clos des Goisses grapes. Cheese platter Almond macaroons with cream puffs and red fruit. DAY 8 L

Lunch today was with the Champagne House Lombard, a small and quality orientated family owned House. Thierry Lombard, President, was our host together with Christophe Pitois, oenologist. -

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Lombard, N/V Rosé Lombard, Cuvée Spéciale, Tanagra 1996 Lombard, Collection, Extra Brut, 1er Cru 1973 Lombard, Collection, Brut -

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Cassolette of crayfish tails with lemon infused tomato sauce Cream of tuna fish with tuna fish sushi Crisp fried balls of pureed rabbit on skewers with liquorice sticks and sesame seeds Creamy risotto of new season asparagus and fresh morels Scottish salmon grilled in its skin, light butter and green sauce Desserts “souvenir de notre enfance” – macaroons with nutella cream and chocolate covered popcorn on a nutella flavoured and creamed pastry

Mark found that the wines of this afternoon were some of the ﬁnest and identiﬁed one of the wines as his house-wine at the Citronelle restaurant in Washington. Andreas E

became more and more expressive as the wines got bigger, richer and more intense. At one point he shouted “linear, mineral, exciting and vibrant”.

The party drove to the magniﬁcent and gracious country Manoir of the Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Champagne House, at Verzy. This was almost a one hour drive and arrival was just a little past the appointed time of 20.30. The host for the evening was Dominique Demarville, Deputy Cellar – Master (who will soon be taking over as Cellar-Master, in 2009, from the famous Jacques Peters, and Cyril Brun, Oenologist and Public Relations Manager (responsible for vine and wine communication). Over a few bottles -

of Veuve Clicquot 1998 La Grands Dame in the beautiful salon, everybody explained who and what they were while enjoying canapés of salmon mousse, salmon roulade and caviar toasts. Dinner was then announced at 21.30 and the party was ushered into the gracious dining room.

W I N E S

Veuve Clicquot La Grande Dame 2002 Veuve Clicquot 1988 Veuve Clicquot Rare Vintage 2002 Veuve Clicquot Vintage Rosé 1985 Veuve Clicquot Rare Vintage Rosé 2002 Veuve Clicquot Vintage Rich Veuve Clicquot Demi Sec (carafed) T WO C H A M PAGN E S W E R E SE RV E D W I T H E AC H DISH -

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Cream of sea crab with fresh almonds, large langoustines and tempura Tajine of lobster perfumed with lemon. Couscous of green vegetables and frothy broth ﬂavoured with saffron Glazed onion slices covering a crisped portion of delicately warmed Blue Auvergne cheese Mocha wafers ﬂavoured with liquorice accompanied by Nashi Pear and salted caramel butter The dinner was cooked by their own in-house chef, Laurent Beuve, who has been with them for twelve years. They have two permanent chefs and an inhouse staff of 25. Coffee and digestifs were then served in the retiring room and elegant conver-

sation continued until almost midnight. Back at the hotel, Patrick Michelon, the owner and chef of hotel restaurant “les Berceaux” offered drinks all round and became loquacious. Champagne ﬂowed freely and a bottle of 2001 Château Rahoul lasted no time at all.

DAY 9 The tasting was complete and so therefore is this diary. Everybody now had their own plans and programmes and went their separate ways sooner or later as those travel plans dictated. All were happy with a monumental tasting, expertly carried out, marked

and assessed. Our ﬁve sommeliers had done a superb job. All their tasting notes, describing every single wine tasted, can be found under a separate section in this edition. Congratulations to our sommeliers and good reading to our readers !

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89.2

88.2

87.6

WEINGUT BERNHARD OTT

WEINGUT FRANZ ETZ

WEINGUT AIGNER

WEINBAU EISENBOCK

WEINGUT HOFBAUERSCHMIDT

Fass 4 (161)

Kamp Tal (155)

Kremstal DAC Weinzierlberg (40)

Strasser (200)

Weinviertel DAC Hochstrass(221)

AL - Very unctuous, rich and ripe, yellow fruits, apricot and some honeyed notes. Well rounded palate, structured with ripe acidity, some spicy notes on the ﬁnish, creamy and really long. Very broad, yet elegant. Good !

AL - Nice and opulent nose, some spicy notes and ripe yellow fruit. The palate is succulent, quite full with nice, ripe fruit, some citrus notes. High acidity, some mineral notes and good length.

AL - Young, charming and fruity nose, citrus and fresh stone fruit. Good structure and spiciness, fresh palate with generous length. What young Grüner Veltliner is all about !

AL - Nice and ripe nose showing stones, minerals and ripe stone fruit. Very good texture, yellow fruit and minerality on palate, very fresh, long persistence. Good !

AL - Aromatic nose with citrus and stone fruit. Fresh and crispy palate, good bite, vivid in mouth with good length. Nice purity and freshness.

DL - Straw yellow with green reflections, a swirl of bubbles. Discreet, reserved nose allowing a glimmer of its latent raciness and class. Magnificently balanced palate with a terrific dimension of freshness and perfectly mastered bitterness. Lovely persistence. Good potential for laying down. What a joy !

DL - Gleaming and shiny yellow gold. Closed nose, light citrus and hops aromas. Slightly lean and free running, evasive palate, the freshness does not manage to support the tight structure, which is a touch too vegetal. Vegetal extraction overwhelming.

DL - Light straw yellow, green nuances. Fresh and delicate bouquet, citrus, particularly grapefruit notes. Superb palate, balanced, persistent and complex. Rich with honeyed notes and fine fresh structure. A beautiful Grüner Veltliner. HP - Medium yellow gold. Rich extracted aromas, unctuous, rich and ripe, some notes of honey and apricot. Smooth acidity, well balanced, long finish. Superb, pepper, delicate tangerine flavors on the end. Magnificent, finally a very, very fine Grüner Veltliner. MS - Great color. Ripe fruit, very round, nice structure. Follows through nicely from bouquet to very end of the palate. Very pleasant and well made. RD - Clear yellow. Intense nose with apricot and minerality. Dry, full and soft acidity palate, light body, short finish. Intense aromatics, light and short in mouth.

DL - Quite well sustained yellow gold green, plenty of CO2. Nose dominated by vegetal notes, crushed leaves. Complex palate with lovely freshness, the CO² is well integrated into the wine of generous proportions. This is happiness to perfection, effortless and balance. Delight rhymes with Grüner Veltliner. HP - Bright yellow gold. Ripe apple nose, high tones of lemon with apricot. Good level of acidity, fresh and vivacious, supporting fresh mineral flavors, quite long and very elegant ! MS - Bright yellow. Beautiful ripe nose, melon on the tongue. Great structure and length. Clean, strong finish. Very impressive, delicious and stylish. RD - Bright deep yellow light gold. Ripe pear, stone fruit aromas, minerality on bouquet. Dry and full palate, rich pear and mineral flavors, defined and distinct acidity, medium finish. Classical, well made, dry and rich Grüner Veltliner.

HP - Pale yellow green. Fresh mint and green aromas on mineral bouquet with citrus and lemon peel. Quite persistent with floral notes on finish. Superbly elegant with great acidity and lovely white peach and floral flavors on the palate. MS - Green yellow. Nice clarity. Textbook bouquet ! Deeply flavored palate with very firm structure. Acidity and fruit in lovely harmony. Flavorful, well made, clean and fresh, most attractive wine. RD - Yellow and brilliant. Fresh baked apple and pear on the nose. Dry on the palate with crisp acidity and fresh fruit aromas and flavors, medium short length on the end. Pleasant and approachable wine.

HP - Bright yellow gold. Intense, smoky and mineral, flinty bouquet, roasted banana and pineapple. Medium body, smooth, quite intense minerality, ripe flavors of apple and apricot on palate. Rich and intense finish. MS - Gorgeous yellow gold robe. Nice extraction, deep, ripe fruit. Well integrated acidity backbone. Fine example. Refreshing and delicious. RD - Vibrant light golden color. Rich, intense nose, apple and apricot, forward expression. Crisp and refreshing acidity, lengthy finish. Great wine, color, flavor and mouth feel as well as finish, overall excellent.

DL - Pale straw with green nuances and good intensity. Green apple and fresh herb nose. Vivid palate, full and balanced, supported by the presence of CO² which enlivens the ripe, vegetal notes of fine well made Grüner Veltliner. The genuine article ! HP - Medium intensity yellow green. Fresh and intense, green apple, lemon and mineral aromas. Great minerality presence in mouth, nettle and pepper notes, superb balance, racy wine. MS - Yellow. Herbal and unique. Very tart finish. Medium weight. Too tight for my taste. RD - Bright yellow. Ripe and forward apricot, rich bouquet. Dry and fruity palate, cleansing acidity, medium finish. Fruity and forward.

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87.4

87.2

WEINHOF EDLINGER

DOMÄNE WACHAU

WINZERHOF FAMILIE DOCKNER

WEINGUT WEINWURM

WEINGUT STEFAN BAUER

Weinviertel DAC Hundspoint (198)

Federspiel Terrassen (146)

Kremstal DAC Oberfeld (154)

Weinviertel DAC new generation (140)

Bromberg (182)

AL - Fresh and light nose, young white fruit and citrus. Crispy palate, citrus and fair length.

AL - Good ripeness on nose, yellow fruit, citrus and some spiciness. Rich palate, good structure with juicy acidity, structured body and long ﬁnish.

AL - Fresh nose, grapefruit, young stone fruit. The palate is fresh and ﬁrm, some spicy, citrus, bitterness, quite long ﬁnish.

AL - Quite closed nose, young fruit, grapefruit and citrus. The palate has good bite, freshness with long ﬁnish, citrusy and chewy.

AL - Nice and pure nose, hint of minerals and stone fruit. Pure and fresh palate, some spiciness, quite long.

DL - Pale yellow green, very luminous. Nose dominated by vegetal notes and lime. Very fresh on attack in mouth, but rapidly enveloped by attractive, suave, roundness, palate well fruited and these fruit ﬂavors are most satisfactory and enticing to the taste buds. Inviting wine.

DL - Pale, very luminous yellow green. Fermentation aromas on the nose, touch of lime peel. Lively attack, mid palate slightly soft, but extremely rich in aromatic ﬂavor, which offers plenty of gentle, sweetness and quite a vivacious ﬁnish. The aromatic expression bowls one over, most charming wine.

DL - Pale yellow, green nuances, light presence of CO². Apples on nose, slightly reductive and somewhat closed. Agreeable in mouth with silky texture, caressing and very aromatic, energized by ﬁne freshness. Very seductive wine, which remains digest. Seduction and gentility.

HP - Bright yellow gold. Light, dry fruit bouquet with wheat characteristic, slight grapefruit note with lemon on end. Medium bodied palate with fresh acidity, ripe fruit, and pineapple ﬂavors.

HP - Light pale yellow green. Very mineral, fresh, green apple, fresh pear and mint aromas, bouquet also shows hint of stone fruit. Nice presence in mouth, good acidity, generous, abundant and elegant.

MS - Yellow. Ripe and melony. Nice balance of parts, clean thorough ﬁnish. Lingers nicely. Very tasty and well made.

MS - Yellow. Bright, round fruit. Good integration, lingering finish. Clean, peppery finish. Very fine and clean.

RD - Vibrant light clean yellow. Herbal, forward, grassy aromas. Dry palate, fresh stone fruit taste, pear ﬂavors, short to medium ﬁnish. Pleasant, fruity and delicate.

RD - Bright light yellow, hint of green. Herbaceous, grassy, medium intensity nose. Dry and rich ﬂavored palate, light bodied, clean acidity. Well made, aromatic, rich on palate.

DL - Gleaming and glowing very pale green yellow. Slightly closed nose, but evocative of aromas of ripeness. Very round and richly fruited palate, well supported by freshness which lengthens the persistence in the mouth. More happiness and joy ! HP - Very pale green, almost white. Floral and mineral aromas, slight lemon and grapefruit tones on bouquet. Smooth, delicate touch, caressing acidity, balance and plenty of elegance on the palate. Great bottle, racy and expressive. MS - Very pale. Very pleasing bouquet. Fruit and herb mingling nicely. Good length with a touch of saltiness. Very interesting. Great combination of ﬂavors. RD - Bright pale yellow. Lean on nose, herb aromas. Dry and round, fruit palate, soft acidity, lingering in mouth. Typical Grüner Veltliner, fresh and fruity.

HP - Pale yellow green. Touch of dried fruit, light smoky tone with pear, ripe pomegranate and litchi on bouquet. Smooth on palate, caressing acidity, mineral and grassy notes. Good example of typical Grüner Veltliner. MS - Yellow with great clarity. Light herbal bouquet. Clean apple mouth with refreshing finish. Racy and tight. Very fine. RD - Clear to bright light yellow. Lanolin, light fruit notes, not an intense bouquet. Dry and fruity palate, balanced acidity, short to medium finish. Nicely pleasant.

DL - Sustained green gold yellow with good brilliance. Discreet, quite ripe nose with fruit aromas. Palate marked by acidity, but gifted with lovely bitterness and attractive length, the final impression lingers on. Slightly closed, but good. HP - Light yellow gold. Discreet nose, even if the color announces a richer wine. Tangerine and sweet apple. Mouth is richer, more extracted, but lacks finesse, good acidity in finish. MS - Pretty yellow robe. Great mingling of acidity and ripe fruit. Tingling acidity. Great style. Very refreshing and tasty. RD - Vibrant yellow with green hue. Recessed nose. Elegant and fruit forward. Dry and forward palate, balanced acidity, lengthy in mouth. Rich and elegant.

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86.8

WEINGUT KURT HUMMEL

WEINKELLEREI LENZ MOSER

WEINGUT NORBERT BAUER

WEINGUT HOLZER

HAGER MATTHIAS

Weinviertel DAC Ried Sätzen (181)

Malteser Riede Hundschupfen (132)

Weinviertel DAC Alte Reben (61)

Riede Losling Kabinett (53)

Urgestein (247)

AL - Pure and mineral nose, very fresh with stone fruit. Straight palate, nice freshness and good austerity, long and clean ﬁnish.

AL - Nice, young and vivid nose, grapefruit, citrus and some herbal notes. The palate is fresh and zesty, quite ﬁrm and quite long on the ﬁnish.

AL - Quite ripe nose with citrus and yellow fruit. Good structure on the palate, good bite and freshness, spicy grapefruit and long ﬁnish.

AL - Fresh nose, citrus, herbs and young fruit; Full palate, a touch of sweetness, fresh acidity and good bite, quite long.

DL - Very light yellow with lovely green reﬂections. Varied and quite complex nose with ripe apple and pear aromas complete the citrus notes with attractive white ﬂowers in the background. Fresh, perfectly balanced palate with a lovely silky texture, beautiful persistence, abundant and generous. A great wine !

DL - Pale yellow green, silver nuances. Very lime, grapefruit and citrus on nose. Palate lively and silky, beautifully constructed body, complete, long and generous, offering a lovely expression of Grüner Veltliner. This is the way I love them …

DL - Light golden yellow with green nuances, good brilliance. Very mineral nose with green citrus tones. Well structured and expressed palate with both freshness and roundness, complemented by the delicious persistence. Most pleasant.

AL - Quite rich nose, citrus and yellow fruit. The palate is very fresh, still with some CO², juicy acidity, ripe fruit and a long, spicy ﬁnish. Nice, crispy, fruity wine.

HP - Pale yellow green. Elegant aromas of passion fruit and violets, very delicate bouquet. Feminine and relatively persistent. Great balance, fresh, mineral and herbaceous palate, notes of green peas, moderate length. MS - Bright yellow. Medium ripe. Crisp like apple. Correct, but not interesting. RD - Vibrant to brilliant light yellow. Recessed, elegant nose. Lean on palate, crisp with medium ﬁnish. Lean and refreshing with herbal note. 12-

HP - Very pale, bright yellow green. Light, mineral aromas, steely character, white flower scents on bouquet with litchi and kumquat. Good presence in the mouth, elegant, fresh, minerality touch with light herbal flavors, green apple. MS - Light green. Marvelous nose. Medium weight, but very nicely made. Great grip to the end. Clean and very crisp. RD - Clear and bright pale yellow. Lean on the nose. Dry palate, fruity, with undefined acidity bite present, medium short finish. Fruit more present in the mouth than on the bouquet. Nicely pleasant.

HP - Medium intense yellow gold. Elegant, ripe aromas of pomegranate with green, herbal character, moderate persistent bouquet. Good approach on palate, ripe, almost sweet apple flavors, long. Great acidity, distinctive peppery touch. MS - Pretty green gold. Candied, pepper nose. Very round, sweet fruit, nicely integrated with acidity. Great structure. Very appealing and nicely built wine. RD - Clear and vibrant yellow. Clear, pear notes on pleasantly fresh nose. Dry, fruity, full bodied palate with lengthy finish. Well made wine with a pleasant balanced finish, confirming quality. 14-

DL - Pale yellow, green reflections, light CO² content. Discreet nose, still showing primary, fermentation aromas, lightly chemical, rather technological notes. Well structured palate, fruit combine with roundness, the freshness has lovely grip. Good length. Attractive wine with plenty of fruit to seduce the taster. HP - Light yellow green. Nice elegant lemon, peach fruit aromas, slight hint of passion fruit, great balance, acidity a little aggressive, moderate finish. Flavors of fresh pear with citrus touch on palate with elegant minerality in the end. MS - Pretty green straw. Fresh, lively bouquet. Beautifully focused fruit, acidity well handled. Very tasty. Stylish, well built and delicious wine. RD - Bright, clear, greenish yellow. Forward fruit, candied notes, apricot nose. Crispy, candied fruit palate with medium to long fruit finish. Refreshing, approachable and pleasant.

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DL - Pale green yellow, very luminous color. Very mineral nose, gooseberry and herb aromas. Charming palate where sweetness is perfectly balanced with freshness and well supported by nice, mature bitter notes on great lengthy persistence. Perfect balance. HP - Medium intense yellow gold with green hues. Delicate nose of apricot, orange zest, blond caramel. Sweet apple in mouth, light acidity showing minerality, stony notes in end, but slight lack of personality. MS - Beautiful yellow, light gold. Melon, citrus nose. Good flavor and crisp finish in the mouth. Very fine. RD - Vibrant light yellow green. Lean and recessed nose, notes of hay and mint. Dry palate with pear flavors, lengthy finish. Vibrant, refreshing and exciting wine. 16-

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86.6

WEINGUT HEIDERERMAYER

WEINGUT SCHMIDT

WEINGUT RIEGELHOFER

WEINGUT & GÄSTEHAUS RÜCKER EDMUND & ULRIKE

WEINGUT TAUBENSCHUSS

Wagramer Selektion (241)

Weinviertel DAC Hochfeld (175)

Weinviertel DAC (118)

Weinviertel DAC

Weinviertel DAC Hermannschachern (227)

AL - Fresh nose, young fruit, citrus and white pear. Crispy palate with some green notes, quite long ﬁnish.

AL - Quite ﬂoral nose, young, white fruit. Good bite on palate, spicy ﬁnish.

AL - Generous nose, floral with pear and grapefruit. Structured palate with good freshness, sleek with good length, some mineral notes on the finish. Fresh and firm and elegant.

AL - Ripe nose, showing yellow fruit and some honeyed notes. Palate is quite broad with grapefruit and light spiciness. Good freshness on aftertaste.

AL - Pure and ﬂoral, some spicy notes, citrus and young fruit. Fresh palate, citrusy note, good bite and medium length.

DL - Clear gold yellow with golden nuances, most attractive brilliance. Delicate nose with reductive hint, green apple and pear. Agreeable palate, good balance between the freshness and pleasing velvet texture, attractive bitterness lending good weight and long persistence. Good volume and digestibility.

DL - Pale green yellow with luminosity. Closed nose, green tea aroma, citrus and fresh herbs. The initial mouth feel is smooth, balanced palate with elegance, just fresh and nice, fruity ﬂavors, good length. Well made Grüner Veltliner.

DL - Pale yellow with green sheens. Fruity nose of apple, green apple and pineapple. Fresh and fruity taste in crispy mouth, tiny bubbles present on tongue, good, fresh length. Fruity wine. HP - Pale yellow green. Elegant ﬂoral and light ripe fruit nose, fresh pear, melon, bouquet of medium persistence. Unctuous in the mouth, lime ﬂavors, fresh acidity.

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MS - Pale straw. Clean, fresh nose. Tasty and delicate palate. Pure and clean.

RD - Bright light yellow. Light minty and fresh nose. Dry and light bodied palate, simple and clean. Crisp and short. Light and simple.

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DL - Very pale yellow with green nuances, great brilliance. Nose marked by vegetal aromas. Nice and lively palate, attractive complexity with fine citrus flavors, quite long persistence. HP - Very pale yellow straw. Extensive palette of mineral aromas, flinty, oyster shell. Great pepper touch, orange blossom, very delicate bouquet. Smooth attack, refreshing acidity, medium body, good balance. Short finish, but well made wine. MS - Quite lightly colored. Herb on nose with delicate fruit and soft acidity on palate. Nicely made and pleasant to taste. RD - Clear pale straw. Forward fruity nose. Ripe pear. Dry and fruity, forward palate, medium bodied, balanced, grapefruit acidity, slightly tart and short finish. Cleansing on palate and refreshing, but does not linger. 18-

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DL - Light straw yellow, silver nuances, slight bubble presence. Delicate, somewhat reserved nose, but quite seductive nevertheless. Lovely, most agreeable texture on the palate, very fine balance between all elements, bestowing grace and charm upon the wine, marvelous distinction and very attractive length. Here you have a fine example of Grüner Veltliner. HP - Very pale yellow green. Floral with elegant citrus and lemon zest aromas, bouquet of medium persistency. Unctuous in mouth, good acidity, fresh, caressing, light body. Balanced wine. MS - Green yellow. Great fruit bouquet. Ripe and round, acidity nicely framed. Crisp and very clean. Well made wine. RD - Bright pale yellow. Herbaceous, mineral nose. Dry palate, medium body, balanced and elegant with nice finish. Very pleasant and approachable, good aperitif. Cleansing palate

HP - Light yellow gold. Ripe, apricot and pineapple aromas, bouquet could be fresher and more elegant. Very ripe and dry in the mouth, mineral and steely. Lacks freshness. MS - Deeply colored. Good aromatics. Mouth ﬁlling roundness. Beautifully worked out. Very clean and persistent. Very harmonious throughout. RD - Brilliant deep yellow. Forward, ripe pear, baked apple nose. Dry palate, full bodied, big wine, lengthy persistence. Big, rich and chewable.

HP - Pale yellow green. White floral aromas of medium intensity, touch of white mint and pepper. Great presence in the mouth, ripe fruit flavors, passion fruit, balanced, generous and well made. Better on the palate than the nose predicts. MS - Yellow. Plenty of fruit. Super peppery finish. Clean acidity. Bracing and delicious. RD - Vibrant light yellow. Ripe apricots, intense nose. Dry and full flavored palate, clean, balanced acidity, minerality on finish. Fruity, full and mineral.

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86.4

86.2

WEINGUT SCHNEIDER

WEINGUT SUMMERER

WINZERHOF MÜLLER

WEINGUT TAUBENSCHUSS

WEINGUT K. ALPHART

Weinviertel DAC Classic (126)

Langenlois (39)

Kremstal DAC Kremser Kogl (246)

Weinviertel DAC Tenn (174)

Zistl(157)

AL - Quite unctuous nose, ripe yellow fruit and some stony notes. Very structured palate, yellow fruit, citrus touch and ripe acidity, spicy and long.

AL - Young and pure nose showing pear and apple aromas. The palate is crisp and medium bodied with a medium length.

AL - Zesty nose, citrus, herbs and white pear. Very fresh, juicy acidity, some citrus bitter notes on ﬁnish.

AL - Nice nose of minerals and stone fruit. Elegant palate, quite creamy, yet fresh, fairly long.

DL - Light yellow straw, very luminous presentation with slight bubble presence. Apple and pear on nose with lightly marked herbaceous touch. Very seductive palate, smoothness supported by moderate freshness. Very charming and graceful style with delightfully, voluptuous length. Distinguished, richly unctuous, sensual wine.

DL - Pale yellow with marked green nuances. Distinguished lemon and zest of lemon bouquet. Very attractive palate with freshness, smoothness, mellow texture and the aromatic components are very ﬁnely balanced. The aromatic dimension of fruit offering a fantastic complexity. Very good length and very well mastered, appealing, gentle, tingling sparkle. The wine is a jug of grapes, but above all, a tremendous pleasure to enjoy.

DL - Pale yellow with green reﬂections. Delicate nose of herb, aniseed, licorice and lime. Nicely crisp on attack, vivid and fruity palate, lively bodied in such a way as to develop good length for this fresh style of wine. Fruit in service of freshness !

DL - Light green yellow, very lovely brilliance. Quite ﬁne and subtle nose with dominating grapefruit aromas. Voluptuous and most elegant palate, very attractive abundance of ﬂavors and lively complexity. Excellence continuing.

AL - Young and fruity nose, white pear, some herbal notes. The palate is quite full, good freshness and spiciness, rather long ﬁnish.

HP - Light yellow gold. Very bright fruit, white ﬂowers, stony, steely character, hint pineapple and fresh banana on bouquet. Good balance, smooth acidity, elegant pepper tones and moderate length on palate. MS - Yellow. Acidity tips the balance, subdued fruit, too tart for me. Light and fresh, but too stark. RD - Vibrant deep yellow. Recessed, rich mineral nose, hint herbal. Dry palate, full bodied, ripe pears, stone fruit, medium length. Very nice, attractive, rich and well made. 22-

HP - Pale yellow straw. Light green aromas, very fresh, steely, minerality, stone fruit, grapefruit and lemon on lively and persistent bouquet, finishing on floral notes. Good, fresh acidity in mouth supporting a light body, while enhancing the flavor structure. Quite refreshing, not complex, but elegant. MS - Brilliant, green yellow. Subtle, seductive bouquet. Good flavors and balance of fruit on palate. Super structure, acidity punch on the end. Clean and bright, well made, flavorful wine that begs for food. RD - Light yellow green. Very vibrant. Ripe, pear, fruit nose. Dry and clean with nice acidity. Refreshing palate with tart finish. Nice, well rounded, pleasant wine. A crowdpleaser.

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HP - Very pale straw yellow. Discreet aromas of hay, green apple, pomegranate, litchi and slightly dusty nose. Ripe fruit flavors, banana, apple, lime and mineral in end of palate. Moderate length. MS - Pale green. Nice flavors, well balanced. Delicate bouquet. Clean and fresh. Quite pleasant. RD - Bright light yellow. Lanolin and stone fruit nose of medium intensity. Dry and fruit forward palate, rich flavors, nice acidity, lengthy on end. Full flavored and full bodied. 24-

HP - Pale yellow green with gold to rim. Intense, ripe aromas of pear and apple, green peas with litchi, touch of tangerine in the end. Good fresh acidity on vivacious, not aggressive palate, moderate finish. Nice pepper, the wine slightly lacks body. MS - Light colored. Medium ripe with quick acidity, peppery finish. Pleasant, but something is missing. RD - Bright pale yellow with greenish hue. Herbal, forward nose. Dry and fruity palate, balanced fruit and acidity, lingering finish with slight bitterness. Balanced and friendly, invites one to enjoy another glass.

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DL - Very luminous, yellow gold green of good intensity. Very smooth, suave bouquet, white fruit and coconut. Abundant, gently sweet and complex palate, well supported by the attractive acidity, which adds generosity and fullness, finishing gently and sweet. Complexity and seduction. HP - Pale yellow green. Nice nut aromas, roasted almonds, toasty bread, white flowers on bouquet with hint of pear. Lacks elegance and personality, but good balance. MS - Yellow. Ripe and concentrated. Well made, good grip to the end. Clean and refreshing finish. Good quality. Very tasty. RD - Bright yellow. Lean, mineral, stone fruit nose. Dry and fruity, inviting palate, clean acidity, not astringent, medium finish. Clean, fresh and fruity. 26-

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WINZERHOF SCHEIT

WEINGUT ZOTTL

WEINBAU A.I.AMON

WEINGUT BIRGIT EICHINGER

WEINGUT SIGL

Weinviertel DAC In Ölbergen (113)

Federspiel Fassprobe (82)

Weinviertel DAC (48)

Hasel (31)

Federspiel (219)

AL - Fresh nose with green notes, almond and citrus. Fresh palate, quite sleek with some spicy, citrus, bitter notes, ﬁne length.

AL - Charming nose with some ﬂoral notes, stone fruit and citrus. Good structure, young yellow fruit and ﬁrm acidity on a refreshing palate with long aftertaste.

AL - Peppery nose with citrus and young fruit. Quite full on the palate, spicy and fresh with nice length.

AL - More depth of color, brilliant hues. The nose is pure with some complexity, ripe stone fruit and minerals. Good structure and juicy acidity, elegant fruit palate with good length. A good deﬁnition of freshness.

AL - Young nose with white fruit, some spicy notes. Fresh palate of medium length.

DL - Pale yellow green, very gassy and luminous. Remaining fermentation notes and little expression. Agreeable palate with all elements combining well, its quality and value is the roundness and the balance. Fine long persistence. Lovely blend of freshness and gentle sweetness. HP - Pale yellow green. Light and discreet nose, sulfur with mineral and stone fruit aromas. Very ripe palate, litchi, pear and green apple flavors, moderate persistence, good balance. MS - Pale yellow. Subtle fruity nose. Delicious fruit with great grip. Fine crisp end. Very tasty middle weight. RD - Light yellow and clear. Waxy nose, apricot aromas. Full bodied with rich fruit flavors. Tempered acidity, green finish, minty notes. Building effect from less distinguished nose to well defined finish.

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DL - Pale yellow green, straw nuances, very shiny and vivid luminosity. Sweet, apple bouquet with mellow, smooth and sweet expression. Relatively fresh palate, the sweetness perfectly balances the bitterness, forming a harmonious entity of very good persistence. Charming gentleness with a hint of sweetness. HP - Pale yellow green. Very floral scented nose, quite long with mineral, almost flinty touch, white pepper and orange marmalade. Smooth and delicate palate, long finish with lemon tones. MS - Clean, light yellow. Mellow, sweet fruit, both on bouquet and palate, works well with crisp acidity, a well made wine. Very clean and delicious. Great example of Grüner Veltliner with mouth filling fruit and superb balance ! RD - Vibrant and clear, light yellow. Lanolin, pear and apricot aromas on fresh nose. Medium bodied, dry palate with good acidity. Medium to lengthy finish. Substance in aromatics and body. Typicity, bouquet more attractive than palate. 28-

DL - Pale yellow with golden green nuances, most attractive brilliance. Very lime marked bouquet with notes of grapefruit. Surprising palate. Very mellow, smooth and round. Lovely complexity, wonderful complexity. Generous, round wine but with the gift of class. HP - Medium intense yellow green. Lovely green apple aromas with orange peel and apricot notes on quite persistent bouquet. Rich, ripe fruit presence on palate. Sweet apple, pomegranate and kumquat aromas with fresh acidity. Could be more agreeable if acidity was a touch higher. MS - Good and appealing color. Subtle, textbook bouquet. Broad, delicious fruit palate with ﬁrm backbone, well balanced wine overall. Pleasing body and style. RD - Vibrant yellow with green highlights. Forward nose, notes of apricot. Dry and light in character, but full on body. Lingering ﬁnish in mouth. Nice wine, pleasant and rich with fruit, body and substance. 29-

DL - Intense, gold yellow, strong signs of maturity. Very complex bouquet with combination of fruit, citrus notes, lime, grapefruit and fresh herbaceous hint. Volume in the mouth, complex and very well balanced. Impressive overall dimension of cohabitation of all elements in harmony with great class. Superbly effective wine making. HP - Yellow gold, medium intensity. Intense pomegranate aromas, ripe apricot and fresh banana bouquet. Superb attack of lovely acidity, great texture in mouth, soft and intense, fresh fruit flavors, long finish. Very nice indeed ! MS - Brilliant sparkle. Bouquet difficult to discern. Light flavor expression on the palate, but well balanced. Pleasant, but light wine with good overall balance.

DL - Pale yellow with silver sheens. Fresh nose of lime and herbs. Slight hint of coconut. Great charm on the palate, where minerality, freshness and mellowness are really well balanced. Nice medium length. Easy to drink ! HP - Pale yellow green. Minerality on light, herb and dry fruit nose, short persistence. Great minerality on the palate, grassy and minty notes, moderate body and length with litchi flavors. MS - Pale yellow. Sweet, ripe fruit with great structure. Well built with good balance. Elegant and delicious. RD - Brilliant yellow. Apple and mineral nose. Forward flavors, good body, nice clean acidity, dry palate, medium finish. Lean aromas, mineral and crisp and clean. 31-

RD - Vibrant, deep yellow. Forward fruit notes, pear and apricot bouquet. Dry, full and well balanced palate with medium length ﬁnish. A wine with substance, body, fruit, balance and length in the mouth. 30-

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WEINGUT MALAT

WEINGUT REINBERGER

WEINGUT BUCHEGGER

WEINGUT PICHLER

WEINGUT STEININGER

Kremstal DAC Höhlgraben (195)

Brenner (133)

Kremstal DAC Holzgasse (128)

Bachgarten Federspiel (112)

Kabinett (101)

AL - Very fruity, ripe with citrus, orange zest and apricot. Good structure, juicy with ripe acidity, quite long in mouth with some spicy notes.

AL - Young and pure, some mineral notes, yellow fruit. The palate is elegant and full bodied, very fresh with young fruit, some minerals and a long, spicy ﬁnish.

AL - The nose is floral with some mineral notes. Palate is nice and firm, fresh with quite long finish.

AL - Pure nose, some herbal notes, yellow fruit and ripe citrus. Nice freshness on full palate with ripe fruit, some citrusy notes and long ﬁnish. Generous and elegant.

AL - Rich, quite opulent nose with yellow fruit, honey and some ﬂoral notes. Broad palate with balanced fresh, rich and long aftertaste, structured and fruity.

DL - Pale yellow with green nuances and plenty of bubbles. Open, quite complex aromas of fruit and ﬂowers combined in charming bouquet. Palate lovely and velvety, supported by ﬁne freshness at the end with bitter notes enhancing the body in a full and persistent wine. Very good style.

DL - Pale yellow robe with green reflections, light but fine brilliance. Open and agreeable nose, floral and white fruit touches, nice hint of citrus. Lively palate supported by attractive presence of CO², lovely expression, not very long, but driven by vivacity. Frisky and dashing wine.

HP - Pale yellow gold. Intense, mineral aromas, grassy and green peas on bouquet. Fresh and crisp acidity, medium persistence, very ﬂoral with passion fruit and pear ﬂavors.

HP - Bright yellow green. Elegant, grassy, mineral, quite ripe apple bouquet of long persistence. Superb in the mouth, refreshing with great balance, nice peppery notes.

MS - Brilliant yellow, great clarity. Great crispness, medium body and ﬁne ﬁnish. Very clean and pleasant.

MS - Clean, yellow highlights, good clarity. Classic nose. Excellent weight on palate, great freshness, cool, clean ﬁnish. Impressive, sleek and tight.

DL - Pale yellow with green nuances, very fine brilliance. Discreet and slightly caramelized notes, baked fruit aromas. Agreeable palate which admirably blend roundness and profoundness, depth, with the lovely freshness in the mouth. Generous and abundant, very beautiful Grüner Veltliner. HP - Bright yellow green. Very fresh, elegant, delicate, floral and white peach aromas with some hints of plum and violets. Intense flavors of plum, good acidity and quite long in the mouth. MS - Light yellow. Good clarity. Quiet and meek. Tame acidity. Very low key, shy wine. RD - Light copper yellow. Steely, mineral nose. Dry and full palate with good fruit and acidity, short finish. Very structured wine. 32-

DL - Quite sustained green yellow, nice swirl of bubbles. Ripe apple nose with fruit peel aromas. Complex and evocative palate, all elements are harmoniously balanced, lovely persistence, beautiful model for Grüner Veltliner expression. Excellent ! HP - Pale yellow green. Fresh minerality, steely aromas with green notes, bouquet with plenty of lime. Smooth, almost touch of residual sugar in the mouth, ripe apple with grassy and melon flavors. Lacks elegance. MS - Light yellow. Lovely sweet bouquet. Nicely made, good balance, excellent grip on the end. Ripe fruit throughout. Very pleasing. Balanced with clean finish. RD - Bright rich greenish yellow. Full, intense, forward, herbal nose. Dry palate, full bodied with acidity presence, but not too tart, medium to short finish. Body, fruit, aromatic, cleansing. 33-

DL - Light yellow straw, green nuances. Slightly closed bouquet, somewhat reductive with limited aromatic expression. Very elegant palate with generous silky texture and balance. Very fine persistence. Lovely flair. HP - Pale yellow green. Ripe, apple aromas with apricot, dry fruit and fresh coffee with toasted bread, moderately persistent bouquet. Light body, very soft in mouth, floral and peach flavors, nice and elegant. MS - Yellow, quite clear. Nice concentration of fruit. Very direct acidity on finish. Good start, harsh end. RD - Vibrant light yellow. Herbal, pine nose. Dry and clean palate. Medium to full bodied, nice acidity, cleansing, medium length finish. Well balanced, classic, rich and elegant. 34-

RD - Bright pale yellow, green tints. Light fruit, pear, apricot and stone fruit nose. Good alcohol. Dry palate with cleansing acidity, pine ﬁnish. Minerality and nice ﬁnish. 35-

RD - Bright green yellow, clear. Fresh on nose, herbal, mineral, some pear and stone fruit notes. Dry palate, very high acidity, harsh and biting ﬁnish. Promising nose, fully aromatic, hard on the ﬁnish. 36-

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85.8

WEINGUT SCHLOSS GOBELSBURG

WEINGUT HUBER

WEINGUT HAGN

WEINGUT HEBENSTREIT

WEINGUT MEINHARD FORSTREITER

Allerheiligenstiftung (75)

Traisental DAC Obere Steigen (244)

Weinviertel DAC (214)

Weinviertel DAC Classic (139)

Kremstal DAC Kremser Kogl

AL - Elegant nose, stone fruit, citrus and some stony, mineral notes. Very crisp palate, well balanced with young stone fruit, ripe acidity and good length. Balanced and fresh.

AL - Young and fresh nose with hint of citrus and stone fruit. Fresh and fruity palate, quite long.

AL - Aromatic and pure bouquet with yellow fruit and grapefruit. Spicy palate with pleasant bitterness, freshness with quite good length.

AL - The nose is fresh and shows green fruit and some herbal notes. Rich palate, well structured with good freshness and length. Great freshness.

AL - Young and ﬂoral nose, white fruit and some mineral notes. Fresh palate with good grip, spices and good length.

DL - Pale green yellow with tiny bubbles. Open nose, apple marmalade and pineapple aromas. Good attack, balanced, nice fruit appearance, good length. Simple, fresh style.

DL - Pale yellow, green nuances, light presence of CO². Nose marked by CO², which subdues the aromatic richness of expression. Lively, quite crunchy, crisp in the mouth, tempting and seducing one’s palate and taste buds with its charm and its generosity. This is beautiful Grüner Veltliner !

DL - Golden yellow green, very fine intensity of color. Nose slightly green, zest and peel of citrus. Round palate with acidic fruit flavors as well as ripe fruit flavors, very nice bitterness, reminiscent of beer yeast. Nice length and good balance. Straightforward. HP - Medium intense yellow gold. Very nice aromas of rye, minerals, stone fruit with mint, quite persistent bouquet. Good length, medium bodied, unctuous and balanced palate, straightforward, legitimate varietal characters. Very nice ! MS - Yellow green, brilliant highlights. Delicious fruit, beautifully structured bouquet and palate, tingling acidity is refreshing. Thigh, taut, very well built, refreshingly attractive wine. RD - Vibrant, crystal clear, green, yellow. Herbal and grassy nose. Dry with mix of acidity and herbaceous tones on palate, medium length finish. Clean, refreshing and uncomplicated.

DL - Golden yellow green color of medium intensity. Delicate bouquet of leaf aromas with citrus notes. Very nice structure, delicate and mellow palate with nice, fresh fizzy sensation on the tongue, good length and nice bitter taste. Nicely bitter in a fruity style. HP - Light intense yellow green. Very mineral aromas, stony and flinty, lemon nose of nice persistence. Elegant in the mouth, smooth and delicate acidity, green peas, mineral flavor with green apple, citrus and grapefruit finish. MS - Yellow green. Simple and light. Correct, but light. RD - Bright yellow green. Ripe apricot aromas on forward nose. Dry and full bodied, balanced acidity, both citrusy notes on the palate and on the finish. Forward aromatics and citrus driven palate. 38-

HP - Pale yellow green. Elegant citrus, lime and green apple aromas, nose with hay in the end. Great acidity with white pepper, lemon and pineapple ﬂavors, moderate length. MS - Yellow. Sweet fruit with forward nose. Very fresh. Fine balance of fruit and acidity. Good bouquet, but short end on palate. RD - Bright light yellow. Apricot nose, baked apples, forward bouquet. Dry palate, good body, balanced, cleansing, lengthy acidity. All round very nice wine. 39-

HP - Pale yellow green. Floral aromas with delicate white peach, lemon and apricot nose. Very smooth palate, great acidity, delicate and fresh, citrus and grapefruit flavors, quite long finish. Very nice and elegant. MS - Pale yellow. Herbal bouquet, tight and lean. Quick to finish. Light and abrupt finish. RD - Bright and very pale yellow. Closed nose, stone fruit tones. Light and dry palate, forward and fruity, cleansing acidity, medium finish. Nice balance, lighter bodied. Good wine.

DL - Light yellow gold, silver nuances. Rich and quite intense bouquet, ripe fruit, pear and clementine. Very smooth, aromatic palate, complex with deep, lovely length. Overall, perfectly balanced. Beautifully made wine ! HP - Pale yellow green. Very floral, good minerality along with citrusy, lemon aromas on the bouquet. Vivacious acidity, good, green apple character on the palate, minerality with grapefruit flavors. MS - Yellow, good clarity. Very herbal with hard acidity kick on the finish. Not quite balanced, acidity too prominent. RD - Clear yellow. Forward, herbaceous, grassy bouquet. Dry palate, full bodied, round, crisp and clean acidity, lengthy finish. Very well balanced with lingering herbaceous finish. 41-

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85.6

WEINGUT JOHANN TOPF

WEINGUT BREITENFELDER

WEINGUT HAGN

H. u. M. HOFER

WEINGUT SUMMERER

Wechselberg (129)

Weinviertel DAC Breiteln (237)

Hundschupfen (197)

Weinviertel DAC (177)

Steinhaus (162)

AL - Generous nose, very fruity, yellow fruits and some ﬂoral notes. Palate is ripe and juicy, fresh with citrus and some spicy notes, long ﬁnish.

AL - Aromatic and fruity nose, some mineral notes. Firm and fresh palate, good texture and a nice long and zesty ﬁnish.

AL - Young and ﬂoral nose, green fruit. Good texture and freshness on palate, green pear, quite long.

AL - Young and fruity, white fruit, some herbal notes. Fresh palate with some spicy notes, quite long.

DL - Pale straw yellow with green sheens. Open nose, nutty, herb and beer aromas. Nice elegant body, balanced and well made wine, nice length and very well matured hint of bitter. WOW !!!

DL - Gleaming, glowing light green yellow. Ripe apple nose with vegetal hint. Magniﬁcently balanced palate, profound fruit ﬂavors creating depth and well supported by freshness in mouth, very long and persistent. This wine invites one to discover the beauty of Grüner Veltliner.

AL - Ripe fruit on nose, some honeyed notes and minerality. Good structure and extraction on palate, fresh with citrus bitterness on the aftertaste, quite long ﬁnish. Very clean, nice bite.

DL - Intense yellow gold, green nuances, shiny and clean. Ripe, apple nose with vegetal touch. Slightly hard attack, palate marked by bitterness, overall rather hard. Somewhat stark. HP - Light yellow gold. Lacks elegance on the nose, poor development of fruit aromas, ripe apple and apricot. Nice presence in mouth, rich, unctuous with fresh acidity, intense flavors of ripe apple, citrus and melon notes on finish, good length. The bouquet stands apart from the quality of the palate. MS - Brilliant yellow. Lovely fruit, nicely framed. Excellent balance of components. Very clean and correct acidity. Great example, quite delicious. RD - Vibrant light yellow. Recessed herbal nose. Dry palate, good fruit, soft acidity, clean flavors, cleansing in mouth. Refreshing, delicate. Good follow through on the palate. 42-

HP - Pale yellow green. Nose slightly sulfur tainted, high mineral tones, dried herbs and hay. Fresh mineral palate, great acidity, distinctive white pepper tones, short ﬁnish. MS - Pale yellow. Green and light, tart end. Very light and fresh. RD - Bright very pale yellow. Pear, stone fruit and minerality on bouquet. Dry and fruit forward palate, soft acidity, short to medium ﬁnish. Balanced and inviting aromatics, nice palate. 43-

HP - Pale yellow gold. Intense, ripe aromas, sweet apple, roasted pineapple, melon scents on nose. Rich, smooth, almost sweet in the mouth, crisp acidity on the end. Full bodied and long on ﬁnish. MS - Very pale. Lovely fruit bouquet. Palate falls off before abrupt end. Light, short wine. RD - Vibrant light yellow. Forward and fruity, pear and apricot. Dry and full palate, good acidity, medium to full bodied and ﬁnish. Intense fruit and acidity with length. 44-

DL - Light golden yellow, green nuances, nice brilliance. Slight primary fermentation notes with hint of fruit, apple. Palate very lively, even somewhat aggressive and hard, tartaric acid too present. Hard, harsh and stark. HP - Pale yellow green. Ripe, apple and pear aromas, slight hint of apricot on nose. Taste of litchi and kumquat quite intense on palate, ripe fruit flavors in the end. Great presence of aromas and flavors, light body, very nice wine. MS - Light green yellow. Tasty peachy fruit. Delicious and fun, Grüner Veltliner to enjoy. Medium weight. Very stylish and interesting. RD - Bright light yellow. Mild apricot aromas, not vibrant on nose. Dry and fruity, forward palate, nice acidity, medium finish. Forward and fruity. 45-

DL - Very light pale yellow, green tinges, CO² presence. Closed nose, marked by CO² and primary fermentation aromas. Very lively on attack, biting on palate, very attractive bitterness, which dominates slightly, but not excessively, lovely length. Superb bitterness. HP - Very bright yellow straw. Light, discreet wheat aromas; light notes of orange marmalade, hint of yeast. Crisp acidity, nice freshness, white pepper, lemon and grapefruit ﬂavors. MS - Pale. Sweet and fresh bouquet. Very crisp and refreshing, light weight palate, tart at the end. RD - Clear light yellow. Fruity nose, pears, delicately expressed. Dry and fruity, full on palate, nice acidity, short ﬁnish. Pleasant and refreshing. 46-

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85.6

WEINGUT LIEGENFELD

WEINGUT TAUBENSCHUSS

WEINBAU RETHALLER

WEINGUT HALLER

WEINGUT LETH

Bergweingarten (153)

Weinviertel DAC Classic (152)

Kremstal DAC Exclusiv (150)

Weinviertel DAC Ried Fürstenberg (127)

Steinagrund (110)

AL - Young nose, some green notes, apple and pear. Medium bodied in mouth, fresh and pleasant ﬁnish.

AL - Fruity nose, ripe citrus and stone fruit. Good structure, yellow fruit and ripe acidity, long and refreshing ﬁnish.

AL - Young and aromatic nose, showing stone fruit and ripe citrus. Good structure in the mouth, freshness with good length. Good bite.

AL - Nice and pure nose, young citrus and white fruit. Spicy palate with grip, freshness and quite long on the end.

AL - Elegant nose, ﬂoral notes with stone fruit and minerality. Good body and ripe fruit, balanced freshness and quite long persistence.

DL - Very pale yellow straw, green notes. Closed and reductive nose, aeration liberates notes of freshly cut grass. Lively attack, well expressed citrus ﬂavors on the palate, gentle and sweet fruit ensures charm and balances the wine. Great persistence. Gentle, sweetness in its perfect and pure state !

DL - Very light yellow, green nuances, lovely luminosity. Very seducing, lovely fresh fruit and hint of white ﬂowers on the bouquet. Balanced palate, freshness gives a very attractive support to the charming fruit expression, ﬁne length. Fruity and delicate.

DL - Pale yellow, silver reflections. Limited expression on bouquet. Suave attack, acidity in the background, but very attractive expression of fruit on the palate. Quite good body and generosity, average persistence. Velvety smooth. HP - Bright pale yellow green. Discreet aromas, white flower bouquet with litchi and tangerine. Unctuous palate, good acidity, moderate alcohol, nice balance, green pea flavors, fine minerality, quite long and persistent. MS - Very pale. Tasty, delicate fruit. Well made and clean. Strong sweet finish. Very refreshing. Good quality, very tasty ! RD - Clear very light yellow. Light, herbal nose, simple and not intense. Dry and light palate, delicate flavors, clean acidity, short finish. Simple, friendly and approachable. 47-

HP - Bright pale yellow green. Very discreet aromas, fresh wheat and lime, short bouquet. Smooth, fresh acidity, lacks complexity, but reveals good green fruit ﬂavors, ripe apple and good minerality, moderate ﬁnish. MS - Light yellow, great clarity. Delicious fruit, clean tight package. Good length. Middle weight, very pleasing. RD - Bright pale yellow. Recessed, lanolin, elegant nose. Dry and fruity palate with good acidity, short on end. Good quality, pleasant wine.

HP - Bright yellow green. Pale aromatic expression, lime, fresh pear, green apple, touch herbaceous. Great presence in mouth, elegant, medium bodied palate, silky acidity, almost caressing on the tongue. Nice bottle ! MS - Clean green. Melon, very ripe aromatic flavors, nicely put together. Lighter style. Quick to the finish. Light and clean. RD - Clear light yellow. Light stone fruit aromas, lemon on the nose. Dry and light palate, delicate flavors, cleansing acidity, medium finish. Nice, simple and clean. 49-

DL - Pale yellow green, quite clear and very luminous. Discreet, rather delicate nose, hint of citrus and white ﬂowers. Silky palate, slightly soft with relatively short persistence, very attractive expression, if lacking in energy and drive. HP - Very pale yellow straw, almost white on edge. Delicate, white peach aromas, rose petals, orange blossom and litchi on bouquet. Good presence in mouth, smooth with just enough acidity to bring freshness. Good example of Grüner Veltliner ! MS - Ultra pale yellow, great clarity. Nice mixture of fruit and herbs. Excellent balance of components. Clean, direct example. Light and stylish. RD - Very pale yellow, clear. Green herb, fresh, lean nose. Dry palate, light to medium bodied, nice cleansing acidity, balanced and elegant, medium to lengthy ﬁnish. Fine and elegant, light yet aromatic. Very pleasant. 50-

DL - Yellow gold, green tinge sustained color with light CO² presence. Mushy apple aromas, still fermentation notes on nose, little complexity. Very complete palate, freshness, roundness and well balanced note of bitterness, which is fresh and well supported by the presence of CO², very agreeable flavors and mouth feel. Persistent, seducing wine. HP - Medium intense yellow green. Mineral aromas with smoky character, quite intense bouquet; Great presence in the mouth, long with ripe fruit, pineapple and a touch of citrus, finish very fresh. MS - Pure yellow. Subdued, but pleasant. Light fruit, mild acidity. Pleasant and clean. RD - Bright riche yellow. Candied fruit nose. Dry, full bodied and round palate, fruity finish with nice clean acidity. Body, fruit, Grüner Veltliner typicity. A food wine. 51-

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85.4

WEINGUT 4ER GINDL

WINZERHOF FAMILIE DOCKNER

WEINGUT VÖLKL

WEINGUT MEHOFER – NEUDEGGERHOF

WEINGUT HOFBAUER

(191)

Kremstal DAC Frauengrund (145)

Stock (144)

Riesmein (124)

Weinviertel DAC Classic (114)

AL - Nice purity on nose, citrus, white peach and minerality. Very zesty palate, good texture and length, juicy citrus tones on ﬁnish.

AL - Ripe nose, showing grapefruit, pear and some spicy notes. Good grip on palate, fresh with medium length.

AL - Generous and fruity nose with apricot and litchi. The palate has some sweetness, is quite broad with balanced acidity, spicy with ﬁne length.

AL - Nice purity on the nose, floral tones with some stony notes. Fresh and elegant palate, nice young fruit and a firm, long finish. Sleek and elegant with nice freshness.

DL - Pale yellow with green tinges and light CO² presence. Discreet, slightly closed nose. Agreeable palate, very lively, but well balanced with excellent persistence and well carried flavor expression. Stylish wine. HP - Very pale yellow green. Very discreet, almost no aromas. Light in the mouth, low in fruit, light floral flavors, short finish. MS - Pale straw. Sweet nose. Generous palate. Great freshness. Medium sized wine of good length. RD - Bright and clear, very pale yellow. Herbal and lean, very precise bouquet. Dry and fresh and fruity palate, good acidity in crisp, linear, medium length wine. Nicely balanced with character.

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DL - Light straw yellow, green reflections. Discreet, citrus bouquet, lime and pink grapefruit aromas. Overall palate rather refreshing, well balanced. Not grandiose wine, but well made with plenty of charm and freshness, good length in the mouth. Very pleasant. HP - Very pale yellow green. Fresh bouquet, mineral, pepper, white flowers, medium persistence. Unctuous palate, good volume, abundance, great acidity, rich, intense minerality, green apple flavors. MS - Quite pale. Nice interesting sweet fruit, fits well with the acidity. Good punch. Correct and refreshing. RD - Bright pale straw. Mineral nose, stone fruit as well. Dry and balanced palate, cleansing acidity, delicate flavors, medium to light finish. Light, but elegant. 53-

DL - Pale yellow, green nuances, light CO² presence. Lightly, reductive nose, limited aromatic expression. Very silky palate, agreeable and velvety, freshness slightly in the background, but enough to lift the wine. Fine length and nicely rounded generosity. If all Grüner Veltliner could be like this one … HP - Light intensity, yellow gold. Intense, watermelon, lemon, litchi and acacia aromas on the nose. Hint of sweetness on palate, lemon flavors more intense. Will need more bite from acidity, green finish. MS - Yellow. Very ripe with nice extraction. Sweet, tasty fruit, acidity well tamed. Delicious and very refreshing. RD - Bright yellow, green hue. Clean, herbal, pine nose. Dry and nice, clean and pleasant palate, acidity balance, medium finish, refreshing overall. Delicate, refined and approachable. 54-

DL - Very pale yellow green, silver tinges, attractive bubble presence. Apple and pear bouquet with delicate touch of florality. Agreeable, if slightly hard palate, dominated by masked bitterness, but overall, attractive wine with lovely character and aromatic expression. HP - Light yellow gold. Floral nose, delicate white peach, fresh pear aromas. Silky touch in mouth, smooth acidity, litchi, light passion fruit flavors, short finish. MS - Clean yellow green. Full flavored, great grip, medium length. Ripe and to the point. RD - Bright light yellow. Green, herbal, clean, medium intense nose. Dry palate, light to medium body, good fruit, balanced acidity, medium short finish, overall cleansing. Well made, direct, clean and simple. 55-

AL - Quite elegant nose, florality with stone fruit. Good grip on the palate, fresh with grapefruit notes, quite long. DL - Very pale yellow with green nuances, light CO² presence. Nose of citrus, apple and floral aromas. Very aromatic palate with velvet texture, refreshing body and nice volume giving length to wine, finely balanced. HP - Bright yellow gold. Superb freshness on nose, stony minerals, floral notes of medium persistence, some ripeness. Great balance and length, acidity caressing with delicate minerality. MS - Yellow. Gorgeous fruit, very direct, clean to the end. Fresh and clean. RD - Bright and clear yellow. Delicate pear notes on slightly herbal nose. Dry, medium bodied palate with cleansing acidity and lingering freshness on finish. Very appealing. Good fruit and nice finish. 56-

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85.2

WEINGUT LETH

WEINGUT ANTON BAUER

WEINGUT LUDWIG NEUMAYER

WEINGUT HESS

WEINGUT MAGLOCK-NAGEL

Klassik (108)

Rosenberg (89)

Traisental DAC Engelberg (57)

Weinviertel DAC (248)

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AL - Generous nose that evokes stone fruit and ripe citrus. The palate has a good bite, ripe acidity, grapefruit notes. Quite unctuous in the mouth with long and fresh aftertaste.

AL - Vibrant nose that shows ripe stone fruit, citrus and some waxy notes. Good grip, fresh acidity and very good length in the mouth.

AL - Young and light nose, white fruit with some spicy notes. Light palate, young fruit, a touch of spiciness and good freshness, medium length.

AL - Young and zesty nose, citrus and some peppery notes. Fresh, quite light palate, fair length, nice spiciness, too.

AL - Young and fresh nose, white pear and grapefruit. Fruity palate with some spicy notes, fresh and quite long ﬁnish.

DL - Very pale yellow green, brilliant luminosity. Nose reductive, slightly rubbery, which masks the aromatic expression. Balanced palate, good roundness, correctly underlined by a touch of freshness, good persistence, but weak volume. Straight forward body volume and structure.

DL - Pale yellow green, light CO² content, lovely brilliance. Very racy bouquet with rich aromas, yet also fresh citrus notes, like grapefruit and Granny Smiths. Magniﬁcent palate, with perfectly matched components. Plenty of persistence, racy texture and freshness. Classy, great Grüner Veltliner indeed !

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DL - Green yellow with gold reflections, lovely brilliance. Lime and grapefruit on the nose. Rather closed palate, hardened by CO², eventually roundness develops, but even so, the starkness remains. Slightly sharp in spite of length. HP - Fresh and pale yellow green. Delicate floral notes of white flower, mineral and fresh pear bouquet. Good balance in mouth, fresh acidity, passion fruit notes, moderate finish. Typical expression. MS - Good color, green highlights. Clean and nicely made. Middle weight. Correct, but short. RD - Bright yellow green. Fresh apples and pear, clean nose. Dry palate, nicely balanced acidity, full bodied, short to medium finish. Approachable, rich and elegant. 57-

HP - Light yellow green. Very elegant, floral, white peach, lemon zest with fresh orange aromas on quite persistent bouquet. Superb attack in mouth, refreshing, balanced with long finish. Citrusy, green apple note, even though light, it expresses great personality. MS - Very light color. Good freshness and spice. Sweet fruit is well handled and very refreshing, delicate and piercing, very clean and enjoyable wine ! RD - Bright, light yellow. Nose of apricot, ripe fruit, ripe pear. Dry and forward palate, lingering, tart finish, which is refreshing. Plenty of aromatics, layers of flavors ! Good wine with medium finish.

HP - Very pale yellow green with light CO². Intense aromas of fresh pear, passion fruit and litchis, good aromatic persistence. Great balance on the palate, fresh acidity, typical peppery flavors, quite long. Light body, but good reflection of the varietal. MS - Very pale green. Peppery, herbal bouquet. Nice balance on harmonious palate. Clean, good length and focus. RD - Vibrant, pale yellow, hint of green. Green, herbaceous, hard nose. Dry and herbal palate with short finish. Lean and mean.

DL - Pale yellow silver with very fine luminosity. Nice fresh fruit, apple, pear and lime aromas with touch of tangerine on nose. Charming, fresh attack, good fruity support touched by sweetness, straightforward, technological touch, but well made wine with good length. Well constructed wine. HP - Very pale yellow straw. Low hay aromas, some lemon and grapefruit with flinty notes. Smooth, delicate acidity, nettle and grassy flavors with passion fruit and peach, quite long finish. MS - Light yellow. Herbal, rather Sauvignon Blanc-like nose. Medium body and flavor extraction. Fast to the finish. Light and straightforward. RD - Clear very pale yellow. Herbaceous and grapefruit nose. Dry and herbaceous palate, crisp and clean flavors, medium to long finish. Full flavored, full bodied and lengthy. 60-

DL - Pale golden yellow with green reflections. Close nose, lee aromas, reductive and mineral. Nice, smooth attack, well constructed body with good freshness, fine length with hint of citrus on the end. Nice citrusy wine. HP - Pale yellow gold. Ripe fruit, apple, pear, pineapple, melon and lemon aromas, minerality on the nose. Good flavors of fresh mint, litchi, kumquat and minerality. Lacks depth. MS - Yellow. Medium body and flavor. Hard acidity backbone. Uncomplicated. RD - Vibrant rich yellow. Mineral and steely nose with stone fruit. Dry and fruity palate, pleasant and clean acidity, medium length. Very pleasant wine. Approachable with fine balance of fruit acidity and minerality. 61-

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85.2

WEINBAU ING. WILHELM EMINGER

WEINGUT SCHMIDT

WEINGUT NADLER

BIOWEINGUT SÖLLNER

WEINGUT ALLRAM

Weinviertel DAC Eminger’s (236)

Weinviertel DAC Neuberg (215)

Tres verdes (189)

Hengstberg (137)

Strassertaler (131)

AL - Pure and fruity nose, pear and citrus. Quite light palate, fresh acidity, decent length.

AL - Young and fresh nose, white fruit and citrus. Fresh palate, medium bodied, some grapefruit notes on the ﬁnish.

AL - Stony nose with ripe citrus and some fruit. Good grip on the palate, very fresh and pure with good length.

AL - Young nose, some herbal notes and citrus. Fresh palate with young fruit, balanced freshness, spicy, quite long ﬁnish.

AL - Young and fresh nose, citrus and some green notes. Fresh palate, on the lighter side, quite long.

DL - Star bright, pale green yellow. Delicate nose of apple skin and peach notes. Very elegant palate, freshness dominating the structure, but this produces long, crispy ﬁnish of this medium bodied style wine. Crispy style.

DL - Very pale yellow, silver sheens, tiny bubbles. The nose is open with apple and lime aromas dominating. Good vivid attack in the mouth, nice fresh structure, good fruit, medium body, nice length. Fresh and fruity.

HP - Pale yellow green. Smoky, mineral aromas, steely, elegant bouquet with violet ﬂowers. Velvety in mouth with exciting acidity, refreshing and delicate ﬂavors of white peach, litchi and minerality. Well made and well balanced.

HP - Very pale yellow straw. Intense, hay aromas, dry fruit and ﬂinty minerality. Crisp and elegant acidity, very minty ﬂavor, quite intense hint of oyster shell. Great typicity.

DL - Very pale yellow with green notes, attractive presence of CO². Complex nose merging the maturity of ripe fruit and marked fresh grapefruit aromas. Very lively attack on palate, but well balanced wine with smoothness and suave sweetness, which provides abundance and generosity. Very nice on the ﬁnish. Hurrah!

DL - Pale yellow, green nuances, nice luminosity. Still showing notes of reduction and a hint of fermentation aromas, dominated by bitterness on nose. Lively attack, but palate rapidly enveloped by overall smoothness and becoming suave and mellow with delightful bitter tones in mouth and ﬁne length. Beautiful bottle of wine.

DL - Pale yellow green, very ﬁne, attractive bubbles. Ripe, fruit bouquet, grapefruit, ripe apple and pear. Elegant palate, even racy, which provides volume and attractive persistence. Lively and long on end. Freshly and appealingly expressed.

HP - Pale yellow green. Gentle aromas of dry herbs, wheat and mineral notes, light floral bouquet. Mouth lacks freshness, short finish, litchi and kumquat flavors.

HP - Very pale yellow straw. Discreet, poor aromatic presence. Vivacious acidity, crisp palate with high minerality content, fresh mint, grassy ﬂavors, moderate ﬁnish.

MS - Light green highlights. Bright peppery bouquet. Lively mouth, crisp end. Great example, middle weight.

MS - Pale green. Very fresh. Nice sweet fruit, good grip throughout. Quick ﬁnish. Pleasant.

RD - Clear light yellow. Herbal, apricot aromas. Dry, fruity and fresh palate, crisp acidity, short to medium ﬁnish. Lean, refreshing and crisp, if short on the end. 64-

RD - Bright pale yellow. Recessed nose, mint and herbs. Dry palate, fruity, balanced acidity, clean, elegant ﬁnish. Balanced, delicate and elegant.

MS - Pale yellow. Lightly ﬂavored, very fresh. Uncomplicated. RD - Bright and light yellow green. Herbal, medium intensity, elegant nose. Dry and herbaceous palate with good acidity, not too aggressive, medium length ﬁnish. Well made, elegant wine with substance. 62-

MS - Very pale. Herbal nose. Great varietal character. Crisp and clean. Lingers well on tongue. Tasty and well made. RD - Bright pale straw. Light pear aromas, simple nose. Dry and light to medium body, crisp and mineral palate, short ﬁnish, tart on the end. Light and simple, clean and crisp. 63-

HP - Bright yellow gold. Light aromatic bouquet, delicate and discreet pear and apple. Light texture in mouth, very fresh mineral, stony and grassy flavors, elegant, but quite short. MS - Yellow green. Text book. Sweet, round fruit. Nicely worked out, strong finish and persistence. Delicious and very well made. RD - Vibrant light green. Rich, waxy nose, green herbal aromatics. Dry palate, full bodied, clean flavors, cleansing acidity, lengthy finish. Big, full, dry white wine. Decent, well made.

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WEINGUT HALLER

WINZERHOF MAYER FRANZ ANTON

WEINGUT SETZER

WEINGUT LUDWIG NEUMAYER

WEINGUT HARALD HAIMER

Weinviertel DAC Ried Gugl (97)

Bromberg (217)

Weinviertel DAC Ausstich (199)

Engelreich (196)

Weinviertel DAC (178)

AL - The nose is fresh and vivid, showing grapefruit, citrus and stone fruit. Good structure, ripe acidity and chewy fruit, long ﬁnish.

AL - Spicy grapefruit notes on nose. Quite full palate, fresh with good grip, nice length.

AL - Quite light nose, young and closed for now, some citrus and white fruit. Fresh and crisp palate, quite long and elegant.

AL - Charming young nose, aromatic with some fruit and citrus. Very fresh palate, quite austere with some spicy notes on the ﬁnish.

AL - Nose is generous, showing mineral and ripe apricot. Quite austere palate, fresh, medium long.

DL - Pale yellow green nuances. Attractive bubble presence. Slight notes of fermentation on nose (cheese, hops, yeast). Lively palate, marked by dominating bitterness and slightly aggressive. Quite good length. Too bitter.

DL - Very light green yellow, attractive bubble presence. Slight primary fermentation notes, hold in check by CO² on nose. Very lively palate, straightforward and refreshing, awakening the taste buds and creating the desire to taste this attractive wine. Straightforward, discreet, but very agreeable !

DL - Pale straw yellow, green sheen. Palate developing towards freshness, lime, pineapple aromas. Very elegant palate, diversity of fruit flavors, orchard fruit mainly, well balanced and structured wine, long persistence. Very good wine. HP - Pale yellow green. Discreet floral aromas of orange zest and peach on end of nose. Refreshing palate, great, not aggressive, acidity, quite discreet finish in green apple, acacia, and iris flavors. MS - Pretty yellow. Delicate bouquet. Round palate, but fruit edged out by high acidity, hard and tart finish. Initial impression marred by acidity. RD - Vibrant, light yellow. Pear notes on forward and fresh nose. Dry, fresh palate with nicely balanced acidity, slight bitter finish with medium intensity. Delicate, fresh aromatics, pleasant, medium body and finish. 67-

DL - Green yellow with good intensity. Charming nose with plenty of fruit and herbs, apple aromas. Bone dry and very fresh attack, nice body and good length. Well structured, well made, fruity wine. HP - Pale yellow green. Mineral nose, violet notes, stone and mint. Great presence in the mouth, light body and great freshness, mineral touch, moderate ﬁnish on green apple and mint notes. MS - Yellow green. Rather tart and light. Not my style. RD - Vibrant pale yellow green. Ripe fruit, forward nose, hint of crème brûlée. Dry palate with good body, cleansing acidity, baked apple and mineral notes. Lingering baked apple ﬁnish. Well made, nice aromas that linger on the palate.

HP - Pale yellow green. Discreet, but mostly mineral, ﬂinty bouquet with slight peppery notes and fresh mint. Would like more elegance. MS - Pale straw. Reminiscent of Sauvignon Blanc like characteristics. Crisp minerals. Medium body and length. Pleasant. RD - Bright and clear, vibrant yellow. Recessed herbal notes on nose. Dry and clean, refreshing palate, medium ﬁnish. Balanced and accessible. 69-

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HP - Pale yellow green. Enjoyable, fresh pear and green apple aromas, lime and light mineral characters on nose. Smooth, unctuous attack, fresh acidity, elegant, quite long in mouth, remarkable balance. MS - Yellow. Herbal nose. Bracing acidity, salty mouth, sweet ending. Odd balance, in fact off balance. RD - Yellow green. Forward, full and fruity, ripe fruit nose. Dry and full palate with good acidity balance, medium ﬁnish. Full, dry and rich.

DL - Light straw yellow, marked by green touches. Reductive and primary fermentation aromas on nose, plastic and rubbery. Very soft and flabby, rather dull palate with hard finish. Reductive wine. HP - Medium yellow gold. Gum notes on nose, very mineral, stone fruit, steely tones with some sulfur. Smooth in the mouth with great acidity, showing up supporting minerality, ripe fruit and apricot flavors. Long and full bodied. MS - Great color. Delicious ripe fruit. Dainty wine, tame acidity, very supple and soft. Delicious and easy drinking. RD - Vibrant deep yellow. Petrol nose. Off aromas ? Dry palate, medium to full bodied, short to medium on the end. Odd nose and full bodied. 71-

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WEINKELLEREI LENZ MOSER

WEINGUT HAHN

WEINGUT ZULL

WEINGUT FJ GRITSCH MAURITIUSHOF

WEINGUT RUDOLF HOFMANN

Lenz Moser Prestige (170)

Weinviertel DAC Gaisrupp (160)

Weinviertel DAC (125)

Federspiel Singerriedel (79)

Traisental DAC Klassik (70)

AL - Fresh nose with young fruit, white pear, citrus. Palate has good bite, freshness with young fruit and fair length.

AL - Fairly light nose, some green notes, white fruit. Spicy, citrus bitterness, good freshness and fair length.

AL - Ripe apple and some ﬂoral notes on nose. Quite austere palate with some bitter notes.

DL - Light yellow, very pale green reﬂections, lovely bubble presence. Discreet, but seducing nose of white fruit and citrus. Nicely balanced palate, well supported by attractive freshness and maintained by the CO², long, generous and abundant wine. A true Grüner Veltliner.

DL - Pale yellow, green silver reﬂections. Delicate bouquet of sweet apples and citrus aromas. Lively, well structured palate, quite long and fruity with slightly dominating bitterness, but not excessively so. Mastery of bitterness enhancing the fruit ﬂavor expression beautifully.

AL - Rich and fruity nose, young stone fruit. Good structure on palate, juicy acidity, pleasant fruit, some spicy, citrus, bitter notes, long ﬁnish.

AL - Floral nose, medium intensity with stone fruit and grapefruit. Nice structure, ripe fruit, juicy acidity, some citrus notes and long ﬁnish.

HP - Very pale yellow green. Discreet nose, would need more extraction to be appealing. Light texture in mouth, fresh, mineral, almost ﬂinty, fresh pear ﬂavors.

HP - Very pale yellow, almost white – colorless edge. Light floral aromas, pear, grain, very discreet bouquet, not persistent, touch of mint and passion fruit on end. Good balance, but lacks finesse, mineral flavors with hint of pear.

MS - Quite pale. Herb notes up front. Nice ripeness, peppery, crisp finish. Correct and appealing. RD - Bright pale straw. Lanolin aromas. Dry and medium bodied palate with balance and grapefruit flavors, bitterness on finish. Pleasant and refreshing. Light grapefruit finish. 72-

MS - Very pale. Herbal nose. Middle weight. Clean, short ﬁnish. Medium body. Uncomplicated. RD - Very pale straw. Light herbal notes, delicate nose. Dry to off dry palate, light bodied, good acidity, medium ﬁnish. Pleasant, approachable, friendly and delicate. 73-

DL - Pale yellow, green nuances, slight liberation of CO². Very fresh, citrus peel aromas and green apple on bouquet. Very lively, refreshing palate with citrus flavors and quite good length. Well mastered freshness. HP - Very pale yellow green. Intense mineral and stony bouquet, hint of sulfur. Characterful palate, medium bodied with crisp acidity, lacks finesse and elegance, apple and herbal notes on the finish. MS - Clean green. Fruit mixed with herbs. Sauvignon Blanc like impression, herb and acidity, good persistence. Very singular style. Clean and crisp. RD - Bright light yellow. Herbaceous, grassy nose. Green. Dry palate, fresh cut hay tones, good acidity, medium to long finish. Aromatic, rich on palate, flavors linger. 74-

DL - Pale golden yellow with green reflections. Racy and complex nose with fruit aromas, ripe pear, roasted apple. Nice racy mouth where mellowness is perfectly balanced with acidity, good length. Easy, racy wine. HP - Yellow gold. Fresh lemon nose, orange zest, pineapple, quite long on the nose. Very nice in the mouth, smooth, quite elegant, but lacks depth. MS - Pretty yellow. Nice clarity. Forward bouquet. Palate packed with flavor and great finish. Text book wine, delicious. RD - Bright deep yellow. Mineral nose, metallic touch, yet fruity notes. Dry and fruity palate, soft acidity, candied notes, medium finish. 75-

DL - Pale yellow green, rather weak color expression. Well expressed bouquet with diverse white fruit and citrus notes. Agreeable, straightforward and very easy to approach, refreshed by note of CO² as part of an attractive dimension on the palate with fine persistence. Lean and well made. HP - Very pale yellow green. Light, fresh, elegant with minerals, fresh mint, stone fruit, pear, persistent bouquet. Unctuous in mouth, great support of flavors by the acidity, quite long, good ripeness and balance. MS - Light green. Moderate richness on the bouquet. Very clean throughout, balance of acidity and fruit is well done. Pleasant, enticing, quaffing wine. RD - Pale yellow with green hint. Recessed nose with hint of lanolin and fresh herbs. Dry, yet fruity on palate. Fresh with good acidity, medium finish. Light and pleasant. 76-

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84.8

WINZERHOF SCHACHINGER

WINZERHOF KRIDLO

WEINGUT MANTLERHOF

WEINGUT MACHHERNDL

WEINGUT JORDAN

Kremstal DAC Reserve Lössterrassen (37)

Weinviertel DAC Kirchenried (233)

Kremstal DAC Lössterrassen (228)

Kollmütz (184)

Weinviertel DAC Ried Holzpoint (167)

AL - The nose is elegant and vibrant, nuanced with fresh yellow fruit. Very zesty palate, good freshness, medium bodied with some spicy notes on the aftertaste. Well made, attractive and crisp.

AL - Pleasant spiciness on the nose, citrus and stone fruit. Good structure on the palate, fresh with good length.

AL - Quite ripe nose, showing citrus and stone fruit. Spicy and fresh palate with young fruit, quite long ﬁnish.

AL - Pure nose, young fruits and minerality. White pear and some spicy notes on creamy, quite long palate.

AL - Young nose, shows citrus and grapefruit. Quite light, fresh with medium long ﬁnish in the mouth.

DL - Pale yellow with green reﬂections. Nose of peach skin and apple. Fresh, balanced palate with nice fruit and good length. Simple, but fresh and fruity.

DL - Pale green yellow, star bright. Fresh nose of green herbs and minerality, smooth texture. Good elegant and balanced palate, crisp ﬁnish with a good bitterness on long persistent end. Balanced bitterness !

DL - Very brilliant light straw yellow. Very complex nose with great diversity, fruit and ﬂower forming a united aromatic expression. Relatively complex palate with generous ﬂavors, marked by lovely, grapefruit bitterness. Very attractive expression.

DL - Gleaming, shiny very pale yellow, green nuances. Little expression on nose, fresh vegetal notes and citrus peel. Very lively palate, slightly hard with dominating bitterness. Not my style. Hard and harsh …

DL - Pale yellow, green nuances. Bouquet marked by a lovely aromatic diversity around citrus and very fresh herbaceous notes. Most agreeable palate with freshness elevating the aromatic and flavor character of the wine and conferring alluring, attractive dimension to it. Outstanding persistence and perfect balance ! HP - Medium intense yellow green. Very discreet, pear and citrus aromas, medium persistent bouquet. Ripe touch in mouth, pineapple, fresh acidity, orange peel flavors, quite good balance. MS - Attractive green gold. Light citrus bouquet. Wonderful depth of flavor on palate, acidity is worked in nicely. Pleasing, well balanced wine meant to serve with food.

HP - Yellow gold with green to rim. Elegant, ﬂoral aromas, subtle rose petal with hint of ripe fruit on nose. Superb in the mouth, reviving acidity, fresh with lovely fruit ﬂavors, passion fruit, apple and tangerine marmalade, good mineral touch and moderate length.

HP - Yellow gold. High tones of lemon peel and litchi aromas on the nose. Great acidity, but very caressing palate of fresh minerality, long presence of ﬂavors of stone fruit and hint of litchi.

MS - Yellow. Good sweet fruit, nice structure, lingers well on tongue. Good example.

MS - Nice yellow. Good fruit, acidity slightly too prominent. Good fruit, but too tart.

RD - Bright green yellow. Herbaceous nose, minerality touch. Dry and lively, clean palate with good acidity, medium bodied. Aromatic, light, herbaceous and clean.

RD - Brilliant yellow green. Ripe apricot and stone fruit nose. Dry palate with pear ﬂavors, clean acidity, lingering ﬁnish. Invitingly fruit, nice in the mouth.

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HP - Very pale yellow green. Discreet aromas, short presence of flower, pear and fresh litchi. Very short in the mouth, mineral flavors, though elegant. MS - Pale straw. Very pure and clean. Lovely fruit and structure. Pleasant and elegant. RD - Bright light yellow. Herbaceous and lean nose. Dry and forward and approachable palate, short finish. Dry, herbaceous and short. 80-

HP - Bright light yellow green. Fresh aromas, very mineral, flinty bouquet with white flowers, pear and good pepper touch. Elegant flavors of ripe apple on delicate palate with silky acidity. MS - Light yellow. Classic, crisp and spicy. Great depth, structure and length. Nice ripeness. Delicious and well made. RD - Clear light yellow. Pear and minerality, balanced acidity, fruity, off dry palate of medium length. Nice balance of fruit and acidity and length. 81-

RD - Intense green yellow, vibrant hues. Herbal, lanolin nose. Forward. Full bodied palate, balanced acidity, medium long ﬁnish. Inviting, approachable and delicate.77-

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84.6

WEINGUT GERALD UND ANDREA DIEM

WEINGUT HELMUT UND PETRA BERGMANN

WEINGUT JOSEF BAUER

WEINGUT WALEK

WEINGUT JULIUS KLEIN

Weinviertel DAC (84)

Weinviertel DAC (234)

Wagram Ried Spiegel (202)

Weinviertel DAC Freiberg (187)

Weinviertel DAC Wiege (186)

AL - Pure nose, young fruit and citrus. Palate is on the lighter side, crispy with some spicy notes on the ﬁnish.

AL - Fresh nose showing citrus and stone fruit. Good structure on the palate, very fresh with good bit and long, zesty aftertaste.

AL - Pure nose, showing stone fruit and some mineral notes. Very fresh and clean palate, quite full with long ﬁnish.

AL - Fruity nose, yellow fruit, some mineral notes. Fresh and pleasant palate, quite light, medium long.

DL - Pale green yellow with green sheens, star bright. Close nose, fresh herb and hint of citrus. The initial mouth feel and taste is crisp, a touch bitter. Good body and medium length. A touch of crispiness for breakfast !

DL - Brilliant, very light yellow, silver nuances. Slightly reductive nose, hint of plastic. Supple, quite generous palate, energized by good CO² presence with prolongs the ﬂavor sensation in mouth. Contrasting fruit and vivacity.

AL - Very fresh nose, yellow fruits and wet stones. Good grip and intensity on the palate, very fresh with long ﬁnish, good potential. Nice and pure.

HP - Great bright yellow gold of light intensity. Nice ﬂoral nose, medium intensity, fresh pear. Crisp, fresh acidity, mineral touch, green apple, short ﬁnish. Thin body.

HP - Light yellow gold. Not very expressive aromas, dry fruit, dried wheat, short bouquet lacking elegance. Rich mouth, but no ﬁnesse, more on the ripe side of the fruit, apple and passion fruit and litchi.

DL - Pale green yellow, luminous. The nose is open and develops towards herbs, jasmine and pear aromas. Very charming balance in the mouth, fruity, long persistence. Perfect Grüner Veltliner. HP - Pale yellow green. Very light, white flower, peach and hay aromas. Delicate touch in the mouth, fresh acidity, mint flavors, green apple and stone fruit, apricot. MS - Pale. Light and crisp. Rather short. Delicate and light. RD - Clear light yellow green. Baked apple and mineral nose. Dry and steely palate, clean, crisp acidity, short on the finish. Promising nose, minerality on the palate. 82-

DL - Intense green yellow with luminosity. Open nose dominated by vegetal and herb aromas. Good, bone dry palate, nice freshness supported by the bubbles on the tongue, medium body and good length. Efficiency expressed simply. HP - Yellow green. Delicate white peach aromas, mineral, rocky touch, hint of gooseberry and rhubarb, very feminine bouquet. Great acidity, green apple and ripe minerals, moderate finish. MS - Yellow. Lightly flavored. Quick finish. Uncomplicated. RD - Brilliant yellow green. Ripe, forward apricot. Dry and clean palate, balanced acidity, medium length. Balanced and friendly. 83-

MS - Pretty yellow robe. Nicely developed ﬂavors, good length and very clean. Refreshing, well made wine. RD - Vibrant light yellow. Delicate apricot nose. Bone dry and clean palate, refreshing acidity, short ﬁnish with tart end. Light body, pleasant nose and crisp palate. 84-

MS - Light yellow. Nice ripeness. Medium weight. Good length. Well made, spicy and clean. RD - Bright yellow. Vegetal, earthy nose with no fruit, but an animal touch. Odd !! Fruit and dry palate, balanced acidity and short ﬁnish. Interesting, but odd ﬂavors, both vegetal and animal. 85-

DL - Sustained and gleaming, lively green yellow. Closed nose of primary fermentation aromas. Very lively, quite aggressive attack emphasizing the hard bitterness and the lack of maturity. Very starkly harsh wine. HP - Elegant yellow green and pleasing color. Intense sulfur with mineral aromas, very flinty, violets and flowers, lime. Smooth attack with crisp acidity following, lacks elegance. Peach and apricot. MS - Pale yellow. Complex, herbal nose. Good palate weight, ripe and racy. Good example of fine wine. RD - Vibrant green with yellow highlights. Forward, lanolin aromas on nose. Full bodied, rich and dry palate, medium finish. Big and rich, lacking fruit and length. 86-

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84.6

WEINKELLEREI LENZ MOSER

WEINGUT MAUSER

WEINHOF KOLLER

WEINGUT SCHMID

WEINGUT SALZL

Weinviertel DAC (159)

Sommerlänge (147)

Weinviertel DAC (99)

Weinviertel DAC (90)

Kabinett (88)

AL - Young, light nose, apple and pear. The palate is fresh and on the lighter side, fresh with medium length.

AL - Young nose with some green notes, apple and pear. Fresh palate, medium bodied with some bitterness on the ﬁnish.

AL - Young and quite light nose, fresh almonds, citrus and herbs. Young and zesty palate with some spicy notes. Fresh with medium length.

AL - Nice fruit on the nose, citrus, peach and some grapefruit. The palate is fresh and medium bodied, spicy with some bitter notes on the ﬁnish.

AL - Young and aromatic, waxy with yellow fruit and ripe citrus. Crispy palate, medium bodied with young fruit and a refreshing ﬁnish.

DL - Pale yellow, green reﬂections, very clear and luminous. Fermentation notes on very unexpressive nose. Moderate palate with dominating acidity, rendering wine slightly hard, but the fruit ﬂavors are relatively interesting. Good balance and length. Gutsy, memorable wine !

DL - Pale yellow, straw reﬂections. Nose rather closed, but dominated by reductive aromas. Generous palate, nice body, good balance, ﬁnishing rather shortly. Straightforward, good wine.

DL - Light straw yellow, silver nuances. Attractive CO² liberation. Hints of CO² on the nose, which slightly cover other aromas. Reedy, thin and straightforward palate, but easy drinking style. Not very serious wine, but correctly made.

DL - Light straw yellow, silver reﬂections. Honey and resin bouquet, showing slight aromatic evolution, waxy ﬁnish. Fresh, but tempered palate, nicely round and well balanced, average persistence. Original wine.

DL - Light yellow gold, green nuances. Ripe, caramelized, roast apple bouquet. Slightly cutting attack, relatively fruity palate, present bitterness and overall balance. Well mastered ripeness. HP - Pale yellow gold. Very light pear and lemon aromas, short persistency bouquet. Good volume in the mouth, fresh acidity in the end. Great, ripe apple flavors, tangerine with light, white pepper on the finish. MS - Light yellow. Subdued nose, light and sweet fruit. Melons and pears. Lean crisp finish. Fine and correct. RD - Clear bright light yellow. Recessed, light fruit notes, not intense bouquet. Delicate. Dry and light, good acidity on the palate, short, tart finish. Straightforward, but good. 87-

HP - Bright yellow green. Delicate, white flower aromas, iris, white peach and pear on the bouquet with touch of minerality. Elegant touch of acidity on the palate, silky and fresh, hint of heaviness on the finish. MS - Pale. Herbal bouquet, good intensity in the mouth, racy acidity. Bright and refreshing. Needs food. RD - Clear light pale yellow. Waxy aromas. Dry and light palate, simple, defined acidity, crisp and short. Short, to the point and clean. 88-

HP - Pale yellow green. Discreet, but subtle nose of white flowers and white peach. Very nice approach in mouth, smooth touch, caressing acidity and long finish. MS - Yellow green. Interesting, deep fruit, good structure. Harshness is tamed by fruity finish. Stylish and tasty wine. RD - Vibrant, pale yellow. Lemony, citrusy nose, clean bouquet. Dry, full, round, citrusy palate, good body and length. A wine with very nice depth, cleansing on the palate with richness as well. 89-

HP - Pale yellow green. Very fresh, green apple aromas, tendency to high minerality with ripe, peach aroma in the background. Long bouquet. Intense freshness on the palate, peppery with lemon zest and melon flavors. Very attractive ! MS - Lightly yellow. Light and fresh, uncomplicated palate with quick finish. Lean and clean. RD - Vibrant, light yellow. Recessed, elegant nose. Dry, clean palate, good acidity, full bodied and round, rich yet crisp in the mouth, lingering finish. Full flavored, generous bodied, aromatic, balanced and elegant wine ! 90-

HP - Pale yellow green, golden to rim. Lemon, orange marmalade aromas, but nose not too persistent. Unctuous touch on the palate, elegant, fresh, not aggressive, acidity with quite intense, pear and white peach flavors. Finish on a smooth, nicely long, note. MS - Gold green. Interesting fruit, not overly ripe, but balancing well with the acidity. Nicely structured, refreshing wine. RD - Vibrant, star bright, yellow. Fruit forward nose, apricot, ripe pear. Dry, full bodied palate, defined acidity, fruit forward, lengthy fruit and acidity finish. Well made wine with fine balance, food friendly. 91-

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84.6

84.4

WEINGUT SCHLOSS GOBELSBURG

WEINGUT POINTNER

WEINGUT MANFRED FELSNER

WEINGUT KOLKMANN

WEINGUT BRÜNDLMAYER

Domaene Gobelsburg (74)

Weinviertel DAC (243)

Kremstal DAC Moosburgerin (220)

Sonnberg Klassik (172)

Ried Loiser Berg (168)

AL - The nose offers citrus peel, grapefruit and peach. Structured palate with some spicy notes, high acidity. Still young but should come round well. Good wine.

AL - Plenty of yellow plum aromas on nose. Structured palate, very juicy acidity, some spicy, citrus bitter notes, long ﬁnish.

AL - Pure and fruity nose, stone fruit and ripe citrus. Good structure on palate, spicy notes, quite full, medium high acidity, fairly long ﬁnish.

AL - Quite elegant nose, young citrus and minerals. Palate is fresh with a creamy texture, medium long.

AL - Fruity nose, yellow fruit, ripe citrus. Nice structure on palate, some spiciness and fresh acidity, quite long.

DL - Pale straw yellow with green reﬂections. Delicate nose, aniseed aromas and note of pear. The initial mouth feel is vivid and lemony, crisp ﬁnish for a medium bodied wine. So straightforward, but so good.

DL - Very luminous pale green yellow. Close, reductive nose with primary fermentation notes and lees aromas. Fresh palate dominated by vivacity, rendered all the more attractive by the sparkling bubble sensation on the tongue, agreeable fruit ﬂavors and good persistence. The ﬁnish is slightly hollow.

DL - Light golden yellow with delicate touch of green. Quite ripe apple and pear on nose with slight vegetal hint. Generous and abundant palate, complex and well balanced. Lovely citrus touches and so refreshing in the mouth, lovely structured fullness. Very attractive wine.

DL - Light yellow with green nuances, lightly tingling movement of sparkles. Quite ripe nose, notes of apple, pear and citrus blending well. Lively palate, strongly citrus ﬂavored, the tingling sensation of bubbles on the tongue reinforce the impression of acidity, rendering the wine a touch too aggressive. Hardness overpowers the wine.

DL - Straw yellow, green nuances, lovely brilliance. Bouquet of apple, pear and caramelized fruit. Fresh palate, acidity dominating but very well supported by fruit presence, wine with lovely dimension and balanced volume, fine length. Attractive expression. HP - Pale yellow green. Delicate, pear, green tea aromas with light minerality and lemon zest on the nose. Great touch in mouth, silky and elegant with nice presence of citrus flavors, attractive acidity, good length. MS - Yellow green. Sweet flowers on the bouquet. Strong, deep flavors, acidity nicely worked out, decent length. Agreeable, clean and respectable wine. RD - Vibrant, crystal clear, light yellow. Lean, recessed nose, essences of pear and lanolin. Dry palate, balanced acidity, light bodied with medium finish. Pleasant, approachable, light and delicate. 92-

HP - Pale yellow gold. Fresh and mineral aromas, dry wheat, hay and florality bouquet. Mineral flavor on the palate, green pea, light rhubarb, moderate finish. MS - Yellow green. Medium body and flavor. Fast finish. Simple and light. RD - Bright yellow. Lanolin and forward nose. Dry and fruity palate, soft acidity, medium short. Nice tempered and straightforward wine. 93-

HP - Pale yellow green. Gum, rocky, mineral nose, lime and green pea notes. Fresh and elegant in mouth, nettle with green apple and grapefruit. MS - Pale green. Herbal. Extra tart. Green and tart. RD - Vibrant pale green yellow. Clean, forward nose of apple, some minerality, steely too. Dry and forward fruit on palate, crisp, cleansing acidity, lingering mineral ﬁnish. Well made, inviting, food friendly wine, substantial and balanced.

HP - Pale yellow green. Quite expressive nose, green peas, minerality, oyster shells, peppery notes, citrusy, moderate finish. Light in the mouth, very floral, slightly over pronounced herbaceous flavors. Could be more complex. MS - Very pale straw. Light weight, delicate fruit overcome by acidity. Short and tart. RD - Bright lemon yellow. Reticent nose. Herbal and refined. Dry palate with good fruit, stone fruit flavors, balanced acidity, light bodied, lingering finish. Elegant and refined, rather than a powerhouse. 95-

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HP - Pale yellow green. Very discreet, wheaty, fresh herb, dry fruit and almond aromas, hint of citrus on the nose. Moderate acidity in the mouth compared to the alcohol. Elegant, but lacks complexity. MS - Yellow. Sweet and ripe. Good flavors, slightly short finish. Pleasant and quick. RD - Bright light yellow. Forward nose of medium intensity, pear and apricot. Clean and fresh palate, dry and fruity, clean finish. Body with fruity freshness and crispness on the finish. 96-

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84.4

84.2

WEINGUT ZIMMERMANN

WEINGUT ING. LUDWIG UND MARIA GILG

WEINBAU KRONEDER

WEINGUT GÜNTSCHL

WEINGUT JOSEF NEKHAM

Kremstal DAC Sandgrube (120)

Weinviertel DAC (93)

Kittmannsberg (87)

Viridanus Klassik (64)

Weinviertel DAC Kristall (211)

AL - The nose is pure with some mineral notes and stone fruit, good structure, fresh with some citrus bitterness that adds to the structure. Nice long ﬁnish. Juicy and succulent.

AL - The nose is quite closed. Young with some citrusy notes. Quite light in mouth with good freshness, some bitter notes on the ﬁnish.

AL - The nose is aromatic with young fruit, apple and citrus, spicy and fresh. Rather long ﬁnish. Young and zesty.

AL - Medium intense nose, young and fresh fruit character. Vibrant palate with citrus, grapefruit and peach, quite broad with ripe acidity, juicy and pleasant with long aftertaste, Very enjoyable wine.

AL - Pure nose, yellow fruit and ripe citrus. Good bite on palate, fresh and crisp, young fruit, quite long.

DL - Shiny, intense green yellow. Unexpressive nose with touch of florality. Rather dull and facile palate, not great but without defects, slightly hard acidity. HP - Bright yellow gold, green towards rim. Discreet nose, light, lemon aromas, light minerality. Delicate in the mouth, fresh acidity, medium body, relatively good balance, moderate length. MS - Brilliant yellow, great clarity. Immediately pleasing bouquet. Good body and intense flavors. Very crisp on finish. Well done ! Clean wine, made for food. RD - Vibrant greenish yellow. Inviting presentation. Herbal nose with mineral notes. Dry palate, full, round, good cleansing acidity, medium finish. Attractive richness, nice aromatics, linear on the palate. 97-

DL - Pale yellow, silver tinges. Brilliant and clear. Closed nose, clean but blocked by sulfur aspect. Full bodied and balanced palate with nice, lingering perception of freshness, supported by attractive mouth feel. Straightforward, but well made and most pleasant.

DL - Pale yellow with green nuances, very ﬁne brilliance, light CO² presence. Round, velvety palate, well supported by good freshness and harmony, not very long, but very satisfactory in the mouth as an entity. Balanced and straightforward wine.

HP - Pale yellow green. Light, discreet, dry fruit aromas, medium persistent nose. Very light, but well balanced palate, nice touches of ripe fruit, caressing mouth feel, moderate length and nice elegance.

HP - Pale yellow green. Light, discreet, lemon and mineral aromas, touch of pear and green apple, short bouquet. Smooth palate with great ﬂavors of ripe fruit, delicately balanced. Very nice in the mouth, showing elegance.

MS - Clean, green yellow. Lovely ﬂavor and acidity is well tamed and integrated. Delicate and charming, delicious and refreshing wine !

MS - Light. Delicate, very pleasant nose. Medium body, pleasing palate, nicely made and uncomplicated. Tasty and light.

RD - Bright, vibrant, light yellow green. Light, waxy nose with simple aromatics. Dry, light bodied palate, crisp and clean with short ﬁnish. Light and simple, clean and fresh.

RD - Vibrant, light yellow green. Herbaceous, green, forward nose. Dry, forward, intense palate with good acidity, medium length with herbaceous ﬁnish. Good follow through from beginning to end.

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DL - Straw yellow with green reflections, lovely luminosity. Ripe, white fruit and mineral bouquet; Relatively silky palate, freshened up by the presence of a touch of CO² and nice volume provided by the bitter hint, very fine persistence. Excellent smoothness, this mellow wine has a svelte body structure. HP - Very pale yellow green. Discreet nose, citrus and grapefruit, zest of lemon aromas, but short. Elegant in mouth, fresh acidity with floral touch, quite long, nicely mineral and herbal in finish. MS - Pale green gold. Light bouquet. Salty sweet, medium mouth with quick finish. Light, rapid, uncomplicated wine. RD - Vibrant, pale yellow, hint of green. Forward nose, pear aromas. Dry yet fruity palate, good, but aggressive acidity, medium finish. Typical Grüner Veltliner, classic, pleasant wine. Just like the wine of the year, traditionally served with basic fare, at the vineyard wine bars, the “Heurigen”, in the heart of the region’s vines and wineries.

DL - Green yellow with silver reflections. Smooth, fruity nose with apple and pear tones. Vivid attack supported by an impression of fizziness. Very dry, medium length. Vivid, very lively. HP - Medium yellow gold. High aromatic expression of stone, oyster shells, minerality and floral notes, nettle on nose. Very crisp palate with fresh acidity, green apple and fresh herb flavors, short finish. Typical nose of Grüner Veltliner, but lacks depth in mouth. MS - Yellow green. Delicious sweet fruit. Apple and pear flavors. Nice acidity kick at the end. Delicate and very green. RD - Vibrant lemony lime. Forward ripe apricot, fruity nose. Inviting bouquet. Dry and full, fruity and citrusy on palate, lingering fruit and citrusy finish. Forward, fruity and friendly.

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84.2

WEINGUT WEINRIEDER

BIOWEINGUT ZILLINGER

WEINGUT WOLFGANG SEHER

WEINGUT LUTZER

SCHLOßWEINGUT GRAF HARDEGG

Weinviertel DAC (91)

Weinviertel DAC Kellerberg (65)

Weinviertel DAC (242)

Weinviertel DAC Selektion (235)

Gutswein (29)

AL - Young and ﬂoral nose, citrus and minerals. Very fresh, crisp palate with a long ﬁnish. Still young and vibrant, nevertheless, already enjoyable.

AL - The nose is young and vivid, on the green side, rather Sauvignon-like. Good grip and freshness on the palate, quite long ﬁnish.

AL - Aromatic and fresh nose with young fruit, citrus and a ﬂoral touch. Fresh palate with some spicy notes, citrus and a fresh aftertaste.

DL - Very light, green yellow, tiny bubbles. Elegant nose, clean and reminiscent of citrus aromas, lime, zest, lemon and pineapple. Palate is round, velvety, well supported by crispy freshness. Hint of bitterness and the sensation it provokes, gives ﬁne length. Well balanced wine with good volume. Pleasure giving.

DL - Pale yellow with green reﬂections. Elegant, but subtle nose, not really developed. Good vivid style, crispy and lemony palate, less mellowness yet, but medium bodied wine with good length. Nice Grüner Veltliner.

AL - Nice nose showing apricot, yellow plum and citrus. Good structure, very zesty with elegant fruit, some mineral notes and good length. Very nice wine.

AL - Clean nose, quite discreet, citrus and pear. Structured palate, fresh and crisp with young fruit, quite long and refreshing aftertaste. Nice, fresh and elegant.

HP - Pale yellow green. Light, fresh, green apple aromas, grapefruit and orange zest on bouquet with good persistence. Elegant touch on palate with great balance and generous character. Superb length and personality, attractive peppery touch and long persistence. MS - Light green. Delicately perfumed bouquet. Fruit overpowered by acidity on the palate, ending in a hard, quick finish. Green fruit and acidity combined make for unpleasant finish. RD - Bright, pale straw, green hue. Fresh, grassy and citrusy nose. Dry, tart, citrusy, light palate, but short and acidic finish. Clean, fresh and acidic.

HP - Medium intense yellow straw. Very fresh lemon and pineapple aromas, candy, passion fruit and light apricot on the nose. Smooth, delicate acidity, moderate length and good balance. MS - Pretty yellow. Sauvignon Blanc like bouquet. Salty, tingling mouth, decent length. Unique style. RD - Bright pale yellow. Herbaceous and grassy nose, alcohol present. Dry and crisp palate, fruity apple notes, clean acidity, medium, crisp ﬁnish. Light, refreshing and clean.

DL - Pale green yellow with luminosity. Closed nose with sulfites and sweet aromas. Fresh and balanced palate, sweet sensations provide a round mellowing effect with nice fresh length. Good balanced Grüner Veltliner. HP - Yellow gold of medium intensity. Poor delicacy and lack of aromatic elegance, mineral touch on the nose. Dry feel in the mouth, moderate acidity, short finish. MS - Yellow. Fresh and light with tingling acidity. Simple and direct. RD - Vibrant pale yellow green. Herbal and slightly vegetal nose. Dry and crisp and clean palate, nice refreshingly tart, medium finish. Balanced with nice aromatics.

DL - Pale green yellow, tiny bubbles. Open nose of fresh fruit, roasted apple and pineapple aromas. Good balanced palate all elements are integrated, nice length and good fruity flavors. Typical style. HP - Pale yellow green. Light citrus fruit, grapefruit and lemon, steely character, hint of green peas on the nose. Moderate flavors on the palate, fresh mint, rhubarb and mineral touch, slightly short finish. MS - Green hue. Lightly flavored, simple wine. RD - Bright light yellow. Forward stone fruit nose. Dry, full bodied palate, balanced and clean acidity, medium finish. Balanced and refreshing.

DL - Light, yellow straw with silver reflections. Discreet bouquet with some perceivable touches of white flowers. Vivacious palate, dominated by very fine acidity, conferring great elegance. Good persistence and great balance create a vibrant, lively style. Stunning freshness ! HP - Medium intense yellow gold. Quite intense lemon aromas with pear and apple on persistent bouquet. Attack in the mouth all about freshness, elegant, ripe apple flavors with crisp acidity, caressing mouth feel. Moderate, but very elegant finish. MS - Pale greens, great clarity. Delicate citrus bouquet. Full flavored palate, solid acidity, clean finish. Slightly short. Good structure. Fruit versus acidity balance is out of kilter. RD - Clear, pale yellow. Forward bouquet of pear aromas, a hint of greenness. Palate dry and herbaceous, medium length finish. Straightforward with good balance, dry and unpretentious.

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83.8

WEINGUT SPÄTH

WEINGUT PUHWEIN

WEINGUT BURGER

WEINGUT TÜRK

WEINGUT MAYER-LÖFFLER

Weinviertel DAC Steinberg (210)

Weinviertel DAC (207)

Gobelsburger Kabinett (203)

Vom Urgestein (164)

Kremstal DAC (96)

AL - Young and aromatic, green apple and pear on the nose. Very crisp palate with some green notes, medium ﬁnish.

AL - Young, fresh fruit on the nose. Crispy palate, white pear and some spiciness, fresh and medium long aftertaste.

AL - The nose is spicy with some creamy notes. Citrus and white fruit on the palate with good spiciness, quite long on the end. Nice spiciness.

AL - Generous nose, some mineral notes and stone fruit. Good grip on the palate, fresh apricot, good acidity, long and refreshing aftertaste. Enjoyable.

AL - Very light on the nose. Young white fruit. Some spicy notes on the palate, quite high acidity, relatively short.

DL - Pale yellow, green sheens, star bright. Fresh fruit, green apple, herbs and citrus. Nice crispy attack, good structure and nice mature bitterness. Good length. Nicely straightforward, fruity style. HP - Very pale yellow straw. Intense aromas of green apple, passion fruit and hint of aniseed on the nose. Soft and caressing acidity, fresh and ripe mouth, elegant presence of gooseberry flavors with grassiness. Sauvignon Blanc like profile. MS - Very pale green. Crisp apple fruit, taut expression, acidity backbone, clean and clear. Refreshing. RD - Vibrant pale straw. Forward nose with apple and pear. Dry palate, good body, clean acidity, medium finish, citrusy and grapefruit notes. Forward fruit aromas, cleansing on palate.

DL - Brilliant, very pale yellow green. Rich and fruity nose with lime and grapefruit aromas. Very crisp wine, bone dry and vivid finish. Too crisp. HP - Pale yellow green. Lovely fruit on nose, candy, passion fruit, peach, but short persistence. Light in mouth, smooth, delicate grassiness, mineral touch, short finish. MS - Pale straw. Beautifully forward nose. Candied fruit. Good mouth and fine, clean finish. Fresh and direct. RD - Bright, yellow green. Stone fruit and white peaches on the nose. Clean and crisp palate with medium finish. Invitingly fruity and refreshing.

DL - Pale straw yellow with green reflections. Really open and seducing, fruit nose, ripe apple and honey notes. Round and balanced with a vivid and fresh appeal, it is quite long and well made. Good style, but simple. HP - Medium yellow gold. Nose of smoky, high tones of mineral, sulfur touch, lacks elegance. Medium bodied wine, elegant fresh fruit and white flowers, hint of pepper. Grassiness in the finish, lovely palate.

DL - Very pale green yellow with numerous bubbles. Very marked vegetal nose, cut leaves. Palate marked by slight tingling bubble movement, which dominates slightly and renders wine hard, too short and too citric. Too piercing and stark. HP - Pale yellow green. Very discreet, light ﬂower aromas, low persistence, slightly smoky nose. Aggressive acidity, lack of complexity, short and unbalanced.

MS - Yellow light gold robe. Bold ﬂavors, nicely dry, excellent length and texture. Delicious and mouth ﬁlling.

MS - Pale yellow. Medium weight, clean and crisp. Super refreshing on the palate. Overall great freshness and style.

RD - Bright yellow, greenish hue. Ripe and forward apricot nose, pear aromas. Dry and tart on the palate, citrusy ﬂavors, tart ﬁnish. Pleasant bouquet, light on the palate with tartness.

RD - Bright yellow. Apricots and minerality. Dry, full palate, good acidity and structured body of medium length. Fine fruit, nicely tart an excellent structure !

DL - Pale straw yellow, silver reflections. Fresh, clean nose, well developed citrus aromas. Nice, vivid palate, seducing with an attractive, crispy touch of lime and pineapple. Good length and medium body, nicely balanced. Wine that gives definite pleasure. HP - Very pale yellow green. Very floral aromas with minerals, moderately persistent bouquet. Mouth elegant and silky, smooth acidity and moderate alcohol with short finish. White flower and citrus flavors. MS - Light yellow. Delicate bouquet. Nice flavors, quite plump fruit, nicely, worked out acidity. Deceptively light color gives way to deep, gorgeous fruit and wine with good length. RD - Bright, clear, pale yellow. Recessed, floral, rather than fruity nose. Slight vegetal too. Dry, full, round palate with moderate acidity. Good wine with balance, the vegetal note is acceptable in this context.

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83.6

WEINGUT TONI SCHMID

WEINBAU SEPP KOHL

BIOWEINGUT SÖLLNER

WEINGUT GERALD UND ANDREA DIEM

WEINGUT DÜRNBERG

Weinviertel DAC (69)

(68)

Wogenrain (19)

Greener (206)

Select (166)

AL - Quite intense nose, good depth, yellow fruit, plums and citrus bouquet. Very fresh and zesty palate, long and pure ﬁnish.

AL - The nose is young and vibrant, more on the green side. Quite light palate, some bitter notes, green fruit and medium length.

AL - Young and fresh nose, citrus and melon. Fresh palate, medium bodied with spicy notes, good freshness and fair length. Nice vitality.

AL - Fresh and vivid nose, citrus peel and grapefruit. Good crispy texture and ﬂavor on the palate, tangy with a good length.

AL - Open nose, ripe yellow fruit, grapefruit and citrus. Palate is rich with discreet spiciness, fresh with juicy, quite long ﬁnish.

DL - Straw yellow gold with green reﬂections, lovely, shiny, vivid presentation. Nose slightly closed, not forthcoming, but discerns a vegetal touch. Palate rather mellow and smooth, but well underlined by CO² associating well with the bitterness and providing an attractive dimension and good persistence. Pleasant, straightforward and well made.

DL - Pale green yellow. Very feeble color intensity. Fresh, distinguished bouquet, touch of hops and citrus. Lovely palate, well balanced, no excess, plenty of modesty and simplicity, good length and ﬁne persistence. Most attractive, gentle and charming wine.

DL - Sustained yellow green, plenty of green reﬂections. Several bubbles forming a swirl on top of the wine. Agreeable, quite complex nose with a light, grilled (wooded ?) impression. Agreeable in the mouth, dominated by the active presence of bitter notes, but well integrated into the structure of the wine. Long and persistent with good volume. Ample and generous wine, which is well supported by lovely bitterness.

DL - Pale green yellow. Subtle nose with lime, but rather closed. Very dry and crisp attack, fresh green apple and lime taste in mouth, thin body and acidic length. Acidic.

DL - Quite light yellow, green nuances, ﬁne brilliance. Slightly closed and limited nose (a whisper of sulfur ?). Very lively palate with attractive harmony, but relatively high acidity, bitterness rather marking, average persistent. Very fresh.

HP - Pale yellow green. Light aromas of dry fruit, slightly nutty character, hint of sulfur. Generous palate, good acidity, refreshing ﬁnish, but lacks elegance. MS - Light golden straw. Stinky, vegetal nose. Tastes under ripe, too much grip at the end. Crude and simple. RD - Pale straw with greenish hue. Recessed nose, elegant, herbaceous, and grassy. Dry and herbaceous palate, medium to long ﬁnish. Dry and elegant, good starter wine for lighter fare.

HP - Very pale yellow straw. Elegant, delicate, floral aromas with white pepper and citrus touch in the end, low persistence bouquet with mineral tones. Soft approach in the mouth, delicate acidity, white flower flavors. Acacia, orange blossoms on long and lingering finish. MS - Super pale. Light, classic nose. Sweet fruit overshadowed by acidity. Pucker producing. RD - Very pale with greenish hue. Crème brûlée nose. Dry, good, green palate with good acidity, crisp and lingering herbal touch and hint of acidity. Light and pleasant, elegant starter.

HP - Pale, yellow gold. Great mineral aromas, flinty bouquet with fresh apple notes and a touch of grapefruit. Great presence in the mouth, elegant overall, delicate, fresh acidity supporting the citrus flavors with apple and pear. Moderate finish. Nice wine, expressed with delicacy. MS - Pale straw. Light bouquet. Pleasant mouth. Strong acidity, short on end with medium flavors. Pleasant, no more. RD - Light, bright and clear yellow green. Green herbal notes on a citrus bouquet. Dry and clean palate with nice, balanced acidity. Cleansing mouth feel. Lingering, citrus finish. Appealing, refreshing and balanced wine.

HP - Very pale yellow straw. Discreet nose of straw. Low elegance. Mouth unbalanced, high acidity, short ﬁnish. MS - Pale straw. Delicately perfumed bouquet. Salty minerality. Medium length. Pleasant. RD - Clear light yellow. Herbal and clean nose. Dry and light, clean and crisp palate. Light and fresh wine.

HP - Pale yellow green. Smoky nose, mineral and ﬂinty touch. Very sweet on the palate, lacks acidity, needs more punch ! Fresh ﬂavors, but no complexity. MS - Pale yellow. Sweet fruit, crisp acidity, short end. Pleasant but short. RD - Bright pale yellow. Lanolin and apricot. Medium dry with nice acidity with medium length palate, slight bitterness. Aromatic and lean.

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83.6

83.4

WEINGUT MICHLITS W.

WEINGUT BRÜNDLMAYER

WEINGUT R & A PFAFFL

WEINGUT DIREDER

WEINGUT NETZL HANS & MARTIN

Meinklang (111)

Kamptaler Terrassen (109)

Weinviertel DAC Zeiseneck (26)

Schlossberg – Berg (240)

(209)

AL - Yellow fruit and minerals, quite complex nose with nice purity. Good freshness and bite, grapefruit and citrus, ﬁne length as well.

AL - Quite elegant nose, stone fruit and minerals, some ﬂoral notes. The palate is medium bodied, fresh with some herbal notes, quite long.

AL - Young and elegant nose, some mineral notes, ripe citrus and pear. Fresh and zesty palate, still young, quite good length.

AL - Clean nose, young white fruit and some spiciness. Fresh and zesty palate, clean with long, fresh aftertaste.

DL - Light, clear straw yellow, green nuances, good luminosity. Quite ripe white fruit and citrus notes on nose. Palate shy on attack, then rather hard and piercing, good volume in the mouth, but lacks energy, drive and glow. Limited freshness.

DL - Pale yellow with green reﬂections, ﬁne brilliance. Nose slightly austere and this masks the freshness. Very silky palate, slight volume, biting, piercing acidity dominates the attack and destroys the smoothness of the overall body of the wine, lacks length.

DL - Golden yellow with green reﬂections. Complex and generous, well structured bouquet, zest of lemon, lime and pink grapefruit. Attractive, racy, complex palate with persistence of all the elements, and each one enhancing the other. Great class and style. Perfectly handled bitterness ensuring the creation of an excellent wine.

AL - Young and vivid nose that displays citrus and stone fruit aromas. Good grip on the palate, pleasant citrus bitterness, very fresh with a quite long persistence.

HP - Pale yellow gold. Delicate aromatic bouquet, discreet fruit and minerality. Crisp acidity, weak in mid palate, short finish, herbal notes, green tea, greenish flavors on the end. MS - Light yellow. Well made. Light flavor, crisp and to the point. Light, quick wine. RD - Bright yellow and vibrant. Stone fruit aromas on recessed, very elegant nose. Dry palate, mineral and clean, balanced, crisp finish. Full, rich and easily quaffable wine.

HP - Pale yellow straw. Delicate, green apple aromas, touch of rose petal on the bouquet. Mouth very steely and mineral, green herbs, medium persistence, but good balance. Slight lack of personality. MS - Light green. Good flavors on the light side. Acidity takes over on finish. Pleasant, small wine. RD - Pale yellow, clean and bright. Fruit, elegant and reticent bouquet. Fruit, stone fruit, more forward on palate, herbaceous on finish. Some complexity, layers of flavor.

HP - Medium intense yellow green. Delicate lime tree aromas with grassy hints, mineral touch, good presence of aromatic expression and long persistent bouquet. Great touch of acidity on the palate with lovely citrus and lemon peel ﬂavors. Delightful length. MS - Light, pale straw. Very li ghtly scented bouquet. Overly fruity palate, hard acidity. Balance is off. Hard, acidity powerful, missing ﬂavor.

DL - Gold yellow, both intense and luminous. Matured nose of apple with good minerality. Vivid attack, fresh structure, citrus flavors, straightforward with good length and medium body. Very lively and vivid. HP - Bright yellow green. Light note of sulfur on the nose, followed by violet and lavender with ripe green apple and lemon aromas. Fresh acidity, plenty of minerality, citrus flavors, finishing with tangerine tang. MS - Green yellow. Under powered. Light and simple. RD - Bright yellow. Waxy and grassy, herbal and stone fruit nose. Dry and fruity, forward palate with cleansing acidity, short finish. Nice, aromatic and clean.

DL - Pale yellow with green reflections. Charming nose with fruity citrus aromas and white fruit, yellow plum. Good and easy mouth feel, nice bitter flavors supported by very nice acidity. Good length. Good and correct. HP - Pale yellow green. Elegant, soft touch of green apple, tangerine and floral notes on medium persistent nose, litchi on end. Light structure with high minerality and floral touch on palate, nice balance, lack personality. MS - Light yellow. Mellow and delicious. Not overblown, acidity in fine balance. Delicious, dry example, very clean. RD - Vibrant pale yellow. Recessed nose, hint of apple. Dry and light palate and body with citrus flavors. Lean, limited fruit, short finish.

RD - Pale yellow, clean and bright. Delicate bouquet of pear with touch of spice. Dry, balanced acidity with stone fruit ﬂavors on the palate. Clean ﬁnish. Appealing, delicate and cleansing mouth feel.

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WEINGUT MARTINSHOF

WEINGUT 4ER GINDL

WEINGUT HELLERSCHMID

WEINGUT THIERY WEBER

WEINGUT ÜBERACKER

Weinviertel DAC Veltliner Friends (205)

Klassik (192)

Steinberg Wagram (173)

Kremstal DAC (165)

Klassik (138)

AL - Young and fresh nose of apple and pear aromas. Some bitterness on the palate, medium high acidity, ﬁne length.

AL - Quite ﬂoral nose, green fruit and some herbal notes. Good structure and fresh palate, quite long ﬁnish.

AL - Young green fruit nose, some herbal notes. Fresh and medium bodied, spicy ﬁnish in the mouth.

DL - Straw yellow with green sheens. The nose is sweet and not really developed. Good body, nice freshness and very fruity in the mouth. Nice pleasant wine.

DL - Very pale green yellow, plenty of bubbles. Nose marked by gas and citrus aromas. Round, quite fresh palate, well balanced with good persistence. Simple, but agreeable.

AL - Fresh and vivid nose showing green fruit. Some ﬂoral notes, herbal tone with balanced acidity on the palate, quite long.

AL - Young and aromatic nose with pears, apples and some herbal notes. Fresh palate, medium bodied, some bitterness on the medium long, ﬁnish.

HP - Medium intense yellow gold. Intense, ripe litchi and apricot, fruit, mint nose with medium persistence. Light body, dry with crisp acidity, elegant minerality, short ﬁnish.

HP - Very pale yellow green. Delicate fruit aromas, ripe apple, fresh pear, tangerine note on the nose. Palate quite expressive, very vivacious, fresh pepper, herbaceous notes.

MS - Yellow green. Good ﬂavor, short ending, subdued fruit. Pleasant and light.

MS - Pale. Tight and subdued. Leaves no impression.

RD - Light, clear yellow. Forward nose, pear aromas, medium intensity. Dry palate, good acidity with fruity freshness, clean ﬁnish with pear and citrus notes. Light and fruity, balanced and clean.

RD - Bright pale yellow. Lean on the nose. Herbal notes. Light palate, dry and green acidity, long on the end. Dry, medium bodied and tart.

DL - Pale yellow, green nuances, very lovely brilliance. Structured, full bodied nose, yet delicately expressed ripe fruit, baked apple matching fresh citrus aromas. Palate generous and velvety, mid palate is abundant and fresh, very persistent with gleaming, exciting fruit. Very great wine. HP - Very light pale yellow straw. Unpleasant aromas of dry fruit, dust and rye. Little fruit on the palate, green apple, slightly bitter with short ﬁnish. MS - Light color. Medium ripe fruit, too candied for me. Simple and direct. Hard acidity on end. Too tart for me. RD - Bright light yellow green. Forward nose, notes of pear and herb. Dry, light and fresh palate, tart and clean acidity, medium ﬁnish. Fruity and friendly.

DL - Pale yellow, light green reflections. Lovely brilliance. Discreet nose, still primary fermentation notes and a vegetal touch, reserved bouquet. Palate is lively and cutting with dominating grapefruit, without enough flesh, persistence marked by some grapefruit, however lovely bitterness present. Slightly too marked by acidity. HP - Pale yellow green. Slightly warm aromas, caramel, tends to be sweet. Then bouquet reveals fresh minerality, oyster shells and floral finish. Very weak in the mouth, flabby. MS - Pale. Sweet fruit wrapped in nicely, rounded acidity. Sleek and crisp. Streamlined, direct, most pleasing wine. RD - Clear light yellow. Light nose of candied fruit. Medium bodied, dry to off dry palate, balanced acidity. Refreshing with very good fruit.

DL - Pale yellow gold, straw nuances, fine brilliance. Nose characterized by apple and delicate floral notes. Very round and generous in the mouth with attractive freshness, harmonious overall with quite good length. Pretty wine. HP - Pale yellow straw. Ripe apple nose, banana and pineapple aromas, moderate length. Good acidity on the attack, then smooth palate with apple flavors, short finish. MS - Pale straw. Very pretty bouquet. Round in the mouth, moderate persistence. Citrusy finish with herbs. Clean and impressive. RD - Clear pale yellow. Candied apple fruit nose, herbal touch. Dry, medium bodied palate, nice acidity, medium finish. Well defined, dry and fruity.

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83.2

WEINGUT HOLZAPFEL

WEINGUT HERZINGER

WEINGUT ESCHENHOF HOLZER

WEINGUT WIMMER

WEINGUT ALOIS HÖLLERER

Achleiten (116)

Traisental DAC Nussgarten (223)

Im Alten Weingarten (222)

(218)

Ligero (190)

AL - Pure and fruity nose, ﬂoral with white pear and citrus. Good bite on palate, some spicy notes on the ﬁnish.

AL - Young and vivid nose, citrus and stone fruit. Quite light palate, fresh with grapefruit notes, medium length.

AL - Aromatic nose with white pear and apple. Good bite on the palate, fresh and crisp, medium length.

AL - Floral nose, young green fruits and some herbal notes. Green fruit on palate, medium length.

DL - Very pale yellow green with fine bubbles. Complex and classic nose, fruited citrus notes blend agreeable with herbaceous tones. Very fine palate, at the same time vivacious, lively and round, slight hint of bitterness creating superb balance and giving fine persistence. Finally a truly GROOVY Grüner Veltliner.

DL - Light straw yellow with green nuances. Ripe white fruit aromas with pear and yellow plum on the nose. Lively, quite citrusy palate, but not very complex, rather simple expression. Straightforward.

AL - Pure, young nose with hint of white pear. Fresh palate with some spicy notes, generous fruit, fairly long on the end.

DL - Pale yellow with green reﬂections. Open nose (rather like snails cooked with garlic and parsley). Good minerality in the mouth, round and balanced with body, long and persistent. Very crispy hint of freshness. Fruity and mineral.

DL - Pale yellow with light green touches. Ripe and varied nose with Granny Smith apple aromas, lime and grapefruit notes. Lively palate, slightly dominated by acidity, but relatively complex. Most attractive wine.

HP - Pale yellow green. Fresh nettle aromas, green herbs, light mineral touch on the nose. Light, smooth, delicate palate with minty minerals, well balanced, but could express more personality.

HP - Very pale yellow green. Intense, ripe aromas of apple and pear with orange zest, pineapple notes developing on the end of the bouquet. Fresh and crisp acidity in the mouth, classic peppery and moderate ﬁnish.

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HP - Bright yellow green. Fresh citrus aromas with herbal character, short, white ﬂower presence and grassy note on the bouquet. Smooth, unctuous presence on the palate, smooth acidity, groovy, apple ﬂavors.

MS - Pretty yellow. Clean and fresh, but lacks weight and roundness. Uncomplicated.

RD - Bright yellow green. Green, herbal nose, pine and freshly mowed lawn notes. Dry palate and good body, minerality and crisp acidity, medium length ﬁnish. Balanced and interesting aromatics, rich on palate.

HP - Pale yellow green. Fresh lime aromas with white peach, ﬂoral and grassy, mineral notes. Great freshness of acidity and vivacity on harmonious palate with minerality and peppery notes. MS - Yellow green. Bracing acidity, sweet fruit balanced. Perfectly used acidity leaving mouth ultra fresh. Clean and fresh. RD - Vibrant light yellow. Ripe and candied nose. Dry palate, clean acidity, mineral touch, balanced. Nice clean ﬁnish, short on end. Visually nice, clean on the palate.

DL - Pale green yellow with silver reflections, light bubble presence. Slightly closed the nose with mushy apple aromas. Vivid palate, slightly hard due to tartaric acidity with an aggressive finish. Hard and stark. HP - Very pale yellow straw. Light smoky, mineral aromas with mint and fresh hay. Dry herbs on the palate, mineral touch, green peas on short finish. MS - Pretty yellow. Herbal. Nicely ripened fruit. Very fresh, acidity balance is fine. Crisp and refreshing. RD - Clear light yellow. Lean nose with minerality. Dry and forward palate, apple flavors, crisp acidity, citrusy finish. Light and clean and citrusy.

MS - Pale green. Light and slightly under ripe. Too light. RD - Vibrant light yellow. Recessed, elegant nose, herbaceous and mineral. Dry and full bodied with good acidity and medium length. Pleasant and refreshing.

MS - Light, very light robe. Herbal nose. Overly sweet fruit with overly aggressive acidity. Disjointed and out of balance. RD - Clear pale yellow. Lean nose, apple aromas. Light bodied, dry, clean and fruity palate, short, crisp ﬁnish. Crisp, sharp, fresh, pleasant and balanced wine.

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83.2

WEINGUT LUDWIG NEUMAYER

WEINGUT ALOIS HÖLLERER

WEINGUT SCHMID

WEINGUT REBENHOF MANTLER

WEINGUT POLSTERER

Traisental DAC Rafasetzen (183)

Riede Ganslgraben (180)

Terroir Spiegelberg (169)

Hammer (158)

Upupa (136)

AL - Young green fruit on the nose, slightly vegetal. Fresh with some bitter notes on medium long palate.

AL - Nice and pure nose, green apple and pear. Very fresh palate, austere with some spicy notes. Long finish. DL - Light yellow, silver nuances. Quite subtle nose, marked by vegetal and fern aromas. Very lively palate, marked by citrus flavors, rather hard finish, lacking roundness and generosity.

AL - Rather light nose, young white fruit, citrus hint. Medium bodied palate, some herbal notes and young fruit, decent ﬁnish.

AL - Quite closed nose, young fruit, some creamy notes. Fresh palate, citrusy spiciness, young fruit and good length.

DL - Very light and brilliant green yellow. Quite mineral and complex nose with bitter notes of hops. Fresh palate, racy with plenty of class and length and minerality. Very beautiful wine.

AL - Nose is very fresh and shows ripe citrus, apricot and some spicy notes. Quite light palate, some bitterness on the ﬁnish.

HP - Very pale yellow green. Nose expressive with white ﬂower, minerality and delicate pepper notes, hint of dry almond. Crisp acidity, almost aggressive, light body and short.

HP - Pale yellow green. Light, dry fruit aromas, herbal notes, lacks elegance on nose. Not really expressive on the palate, short ﬁnish, insipid.

DL - Very light yellow, lightly green and luminous. Slightly hard and closed nose, marked by lime. Lively palate, but moderated by the gas presence harmonizing perfectly with the structure, quite abundant and generous and complex. Very lovely with fresh character.

DL - Very luminous, pale yellow green. Very fresh bouquet marked by lime and grapefruit aromas. Relatively round palate, fresh and attractive mid palate with very aromatic expression of ﬂavors. A model of generosity and distinction !

MS - Pale. Very fresh and clean. Classic nose. Refreshing and lively. Wonderful, dry example of Grüner Veltliner. RD - Clear pale yellow green. Light, herbal aromatics on nose. Dry and lean palate with high acidity, short ﬁnish. Lean and mean.

MS - Pale green. Restrained palate. Peppery bouquet. Very quiet wine. Soft, low key wine. RD - Vibrant yellow green. Fruity and fresh nose. Dry and forward, rich palate, mineral touch, long ﬁnish. Big and forward.

HP - Pale yellow green. Intense ﬂoral aromas with white pepper, lime and grapefruit notes. Relatively discreet in the mouth, watery and lacks depth.

HP - Pale yellow green. Very fresh pear and green apple aromas, touch of lemon; low persistence bouquet. Light bodied, almost insipid, good acidity, but nothing else to show.

MS - Light yellow. Clean and crisp. Good length with nice structure. Lingers on tongue. Refreshing and well made.

MS - Pale yellow. Sweet, developed bouquet. Strong start, tight ﬁnish. Middle weight. Slightly too tart for me.

RD - Clear pale light yellow. Herbal and fruity nose. Dry and full bodied, apricot ﬂavors in the mouth, balanced acidity, medium to short persistence. Big and bold, good mouth feel, short ﬁnish.

RD - Bright pale yellow, hint of green. Fresh, fruity nose, pears dominating. Dry, light and fresh palate, nice acidity, refreshing ﬂavors, short medium ﬁnish. Decent, well made wine.

DL - Quite well sustained yellow green, generous bubble presence. Notes of fermentation, which shut down the aromatic expression on the bouquet. Slightly aggressive attack, the hardness of the acidity combined to carbonic gas, render the palate stark and deprive it of charm, quite good length, but without energy or drive. Quite aggressive. HP - Pale yellow straw. Discreet, herbal aromas, fresh wheat with smoky tones, dry fruit on bouquet. Good balance, melon and passion fruit flavors, moderate finish. MS - Pale yellow. Sweet ripe fruit. Good grip and length. Very fine. Delicious and well made. RD - Vibrant light yellow. Lean, clean, fruity nose. Dry and light bodied palate, clean, crisp acidity, and short finish. Light, lean, clean and straightforward.

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83.2

WEINGUT BÖHEIM

WEINGUT JOSEF NEKHAM

WEINGUT KARL DIWALD

WEINKELLEREI LENZ MOSER

WEINGUT GRILLMAIER

(71)

Weinviertel DAC (245)

Classic (185)

Weinviertel DAC Malteser (163)

Spiegel (141)

AL - Very young fruit on nose, some green notes. Tangy palate with high acidity and young fruit, medium length.

AL - Young nose, citrus and herbal notes. Fresh palate, yellow fruit, quite long.

AL - Young, citrusy nose, white fruit. Rather light palate, crispy and fresh ﬁnish.

DL - Gold green yellow, quite intense. Ripe apple and herbal nose with good minerality. Good, simple body, balanced, not really full bodied, but easy to drink. Good length. Easy drinking.

DL - very pale yellow with green sheens and luminosity. Plenty of lemon aroma on the nose, hint of mint and aniseed. Nice fresh attack, citrus ﬂavors, crisp and refreshing palate, medium body, hint of sweetness on the ﬁnish. Fresh wine.

AL - Young fruit on nose, slightly closed. Palate is fresh, quite ﬁrm with some spicy notes and citrus, fairly long.

AL - Generous nose, showing young stone fruit, citrus and some mineral notes. The palate is more ﬁrm with ripe acidity and some herbal notes, fresh and zesty, quite long ﬁnish.

DL - Pale yellow gold, nuances green, slight CO² content, thin swirl. Closed nose, only evoking notes of coconut. Very vivid palate with definite, slightly biting grip, showing quite complex tones of coconut and citrus flavors. Good expression and agreeable length. Exotic and fresh. HP - Pale yellow green. Sulfur quite intense on the nose, lemon zest and litchi, musky character on the finish. Quite elegant and fresh mouth, good balance with ripe fruit, apple notes, short finish. MS - Green gold. Pleasant, correct nose. Nice balance and super clean palate, nicely tamed acidity. Simple and straightforward, clean wine. RD - Vibrant, pale yellow. Herbaceous nose, lacking fruit with volatile acidity. Dry and herbal palate, crisp acidity, clean and pleasant, lengthy, clean finish. Well defined, decent, pleasant wine.

HP - Pale yellow green with CO². Almost no aroma on the nose, a touch of lime. Light in the mouth, short finish. Elegant fruit flavors though. MS - Pale. Muted flavors. Rather thin. Not much to say for itself. Uncomplicated. RD - Bright clear yellow. Mild nose, stone fruit and delicate expression. Delicate and forward palate, refreshing and cleansing acidity, long finish. Forward and refreshing with delicate aromatics.

HP - Pale yellow green. Fresh hay, fresh straw aromas, mineral and lime character on the nose. Delicate attack on palate, elegant acidity, smooth and well balanced, quite persistent with fruity finish. MS - Very pale. Delicate and feminine. Tasty and fresh. Light and delicate, well made wine. RD - Bright, pale yellow. Herbal, light bodied and light aromatic expression on the nose. Simple palate with pear flavors, light and short finish. Light and pleasant.

DL - very light yellow, green reflections with perfect brilliance. Quite ripe nose of apple, hint of fresh florality. Very lively and citrus driven palate, slightly lean and free running, evasive, quite short in the mouth and somewhat hard. Almost too thin. HP - Pale yellow green. Discreet, herb aromas, fresh pear nose. Light body, fresh acidity, short finish, pear and green apple. MS - Pale green. Medium ripe with tart acidity. Correct but dull. RD - Clear pale yellow. Fruity and forward on the nose. Dry and tart in the mouth, fruit forward and crisp, rich palate. Easy drinking and approachable.

DL - Straw yellow with green reflections. Quite ripe apple nose, citrus peel, grapefruit aromas. Tender on the palate, rather velvety, well supported by a nice freshness, slightly hard, which masks the volume. Nevertheless, talented, pleasant wine. HP - Pale yellow green. More fruity than floral on the bouquet. Kumquat, litchi, pear and slight minerality. Unctuous palate with fresh acidity, riper fruit, apple and white peach. MS - Light yellow. Sweet fruit, tight package, clean, tart finish. Refreshing. Light style. RD - Clear light yellow. Light and fruity, pear and apple, none descript bouquet. Dry and clean palate, medium bodied, clean and balanced, nice acidity, medium long finish. Clean and nice.

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WEINGUT LOIMER

WEINGUT PROIDL

WEINGUT EWALD GRUBER

WEINGUT R & A PFAFFL

Grobhöﬂeiner (121)

Kamptal (115)

Senftenberger Rameln (105)

Weinviertel DAC Classic (45)

Weinviertel DAC Haidviertel (27)

AL - The nose is herbal with young white fruit. Good structure on the palate, fresh with good spiciness, young fruit and quite long on the end.

AL - The nose has nice purity, elegant notes of stone fruit and some ﬂoral hints. Good freshness on the palate, ﬁrm with elegant fruit, long and refreshing aftertaste. Elegant and fresh.

AL - Quite ﬂoral nose, citrus and pear notes. Palate is fresh with citrus peel spiciness, medium bodied with refreshing aftertaste.

AL - The nose shows some green notes, apple and citrus. The palate is fresh and light with a medium length. No immense structure, but enjoyable and fresh.

AL - The nose is young and pure with hints of grape (fruit) and pear. Good spiciness on the palate, quite full with zesty fruit and good length.

DL - Very pale yellow green, a few bubbles in suspension. Discreet citrus nose with touch of fern. Very well executed palate, the freshness ensuring a delightful seducing, vivacity combined to rounded fruit expression and the charm and dimension of the bitterness, offer great persistence. Definitely a most pleasing wine, for one and all. HP - Pale yellow green. Very discreet aromas, more floral than fruity on a short bouquet. Poor presence in the mouth, lacks distinction and elegance. Poor example. MS - Yellow. Herbal and unique. Very tart finish. Medium weight. Too tight for my taste. RD - Vibrant rich yellow green. Recessed nose, mineral and green herbal notes. Dry palate, full, balanced, cleansing acidity, lingering finish. Nice, rich wine. Great food wine.

DL - Very luminous, pale green yellow. Closed, slightly reductive nose. Fine, seducing palate, a touch dominated by the bitter notes, but the wine remains fresh and relatively complex with good persistence. Quite nice. HP - Pale yellow green. Discreet, green apple and stony aromas, fresh citrus notes on the bouquet. Good aromatic presence on the palate, superb length, but lacks depth in the middle. Balanced overall.

DL - Very clear yellow with green reflections, luminous robe. Exotic nose of coconuts, citrus, clementine and lime. Lively palate but piercing and hardness dominate, the whole is enveloped in attractive smooth, quite suave in mid palate with attractive aromatic flavors, very good persistence. Fresh charm. HP - Pale yellow green. Discreet, floral aromas, but intense, ripe, sweet fruit. Great attack in the mouth, fresh acidity, light body, short finish. Very soft overall.

MS - Yellow green. Subdued fruit, OK balance, acidity kick at the end. Too restrained, tart ﬁnish.

MS - Clean green. Mildly herbal. Good harmony of components. Medium dry. Pleasant ﬁnish. On the light side.

RD - Clear light yellow. Resin notes on the nose with stone fruit tones. Dry palate, quince and minerality, short ﬁnish. Pleasant and lighter style in this category.

RD - Bright light yellow. Vegetal nose, limited yellow fruit. Dry, fruit forward palate, soft acidity, medium long ﬁnish. Approachable, light and elegant.

DL - Clear, light yellow gold, green reflections. Most attractive, seductive bouquet, acidulated fruit aromas, green apple, grapefruit and citrus combined with plenty of charm and elegance. Very lovely dimension on the palate, good volume and fine persistence with delightful freshness. A stunning wine with great class. HP - Light yellow green. Very fresh, flower aromas with a hint of pepper on nose, mineral and stony, fresh green mint, medium persistent. Typical mineral flavors on palate, fresh acidity, good balance. A nice bottle of wine. MS - Pale green, sparkly. Herbs on bouquet, somewhat foxy. Candy fruit and biting acidity. Very tart finish. Unpleasant, unbalanced, hard wine. RD - Light yellow and vibrant. Light pear and stone fruit notes on nose. Dry and light and herbal with good acidity in the mouth, medium finish, slightly bitter finish, but nice balance. User and food friendly wine.

DL - Straw yellow with green nuances, clean and brilliant. Discreet bouquet of fresh herbs, orange blossom and zest of citrus. Velvety palate underlined by beautifully measured freshness, the length and persistence of the flavor and structure is prolonged, a wonderful and complex, yet perfectly ripe, bitter touch. A slightly “sweet” or generous style, but with great charm due to the smooth, mellow texture of the wine. Excellent persistence. Who says that Grüner Veltliner is a simple wine ? Taste this and change your opinion ! HP - Light yellow gold. Intense, ripe fruit bouquet, apple, pineapple, light hint of apricot. Moderate presence in the mouth, low acidity, discreet flavors, elegant pepper touch on the finish. Slight tendency to appear flabby. MS - Brilliant, green straw. Sparkles. Good flavor initially, but acidity takes over. Quick, hard finish. Lacks bouquet and turns hard at the end. RD - Bright yellow. Ripe fruit aromas of baked apples on bouquet. Dry, medium bodied with refreshing acidity on lingering palate with cleansing finish. Very attractive visually and also in the mouth.

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82.6

WINZERSCHLÖSSL WEINGUT REDL

WEINGUT HOFBAUER

WEINGUT MAYER AM PFARRPLATZ & ROTES HAUS

WEINGUT TAUBENSCHUSS

WEINGUT THYRI

Weinviertel DAC (194)

Weinviertel DAC Halblehen (104)

Mayer am Pfarrplatz (47)

Weinviertel DAC Weisser (230)

Ried Steinberg (213)

AL - Young and ﬂoral, quite sweet fruit, litchi and plums. Fresh palate, touch of citrus bitterness, medium long.

AL - Young nose with ﬂoral and herbal notes. Palate shows citrus, young fruit and minerality, fresh with medium length.

AL - Young and fruity nose, white fruit tones. Light palate, fresh with young fruit, fair length.

AL - The nose is on the lighter side, citrus and white fruit. Crispy and chewy palate with young fruit and fresh ﬁnish.

DL - Pale golden yellow, silver nuances. Nose dominated by green apple, pear and papaya, fruit aromas. Very lively attack but attractively generous palate with lovely fruit ﬂavors, interesting persistence and fresh, quite beautiful bitter notes. Pretty and fruity.

DL - Pale yellow robe with pale, gold reflections. Very fine brilliance. Vegetal nose of crushed paper, smell of lees. Quite hard on attack, firm acidity, middle palate is more charming with nice unctuosity, balance upset by stark acidity, quite good length. Piercing.

AL - The nose shows some herbal notes and young green fruit. Good freshness on palate, light structure and slight spiciness on the aftertaste.

DL - Pale yellow with green reﬂections and tiny bubbles. Round, fruited nose, caramelized, apple aromas. Good pleasant attack, nice freshness, good length. Well balanced for medium bodied style. Straightforward and unmistakable.

DL - Pale yellow, green sheens, luminous. Delicate, fresh herb nose, zest of lime and mineral touch. Bone dry and crisp palate, less fruit, but very citrus in taste. The ﬁzzy effect produces a sensation of very dry and too vivid, almost sharp wine. Acidic !

HP - Medium intense yellow gold. Intense, grapefruit and pineapple aromas, orange zest on nose. On the palate, candy fruit, but not elegant, moderate acidity, short ﬁnish.

HP - Pale and bright yellow straw. Very grassy, gooseberry aromas, passion fruit, very aromatic bouquet. Light and soft in the mouth, short ﬁnish, ﬂoral and fresh pear notes. Elegant wine.

MS - Light yellow. Overly herbal, odd ﬂavored, crisp at the end. Not my style.

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RD - Bright light yellow. Herbal nose. Dry, crisp and fruity palate with freshness, medium long ﬁnish. Rich, balanced elegance, remaining refreshing.

MS - Light yellow. Herbal notes on bouquet follow on palate. Sharp acidity. I found the bouquet unattractive and acidity too high. RD - Vibrant, pale yellow. Green, herbaceous and herbal nose. (Macintosh) Apple. Dry palate, balanced with good, clean acidity. Nice lingering ﬁnish. Well made wine, some depth. Good food wine.

DL - Very pale yellow green. Lovely brilliance and light intensity. Delicate fern and citrus bouquet, light touch of beer yeast. Palate is marked by superb freshness and underlined by the very fine, smooth and mellow dimension, which prolongs the persistence of the wine in the mouth. Stunning example of Grüner Veltliner ! HP - Pale yellow green. Very discreet wheat aromas, rye, herbal and slightly citrus bouquet of short persistence. Good presence in mouth, vivacious acidity and nice balance. Attractive persistence. Lemon flavors, fresh pear and litchi. MS - Very pale green yellow. Soapy bouquet. Clean fruit, but no stuffing. Clipped, short finish. Inoffensive, but offers nothing interesting. RD - Pale yellow, slightly green. Vibrant. Caramelized pear on forward nose. Dry, rich, crisp and tart palate, short to medium finish. Well made with nice nose and palate.

HP - Pale yellow green. Very discreet, white flower aromas, hint of hay and straw on nose, touch of sulfur. Green apple flavor in mouth, fresh acidity and good peppery tones, short finish. MS - Yellow green. Clean melon and fruit. Medium body, short end. Uncomplicated. RD - Bright light yellow. Forward, pear, fruit, elegant nose. Dry and fruity palate, medium bodied, crisp and clean acidity, tart finish. Nice nose, fruity and clean wine.

HP - Pale yellow green, touch of CO². Discreet hay, fresh herb aromas, but lacks elegance. Good acidity, fresh and supporting mineral ﬂavors, green pea and nettle notes, moderate length. MS - Pale green. Under ripe and light. Acidity too prominent for my taste. Light and tart. RD - Bright pale straw. Ripe stone fruit, mineral nose. Good acidity and balance on long palate with fruity ﬁnish. Nice substance, elegant and balanced.

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WEINGUT JORDAN

WEINGUT HIEDLER

WEINGUT LAGLER

WEINGUT ARTNER

ALFRED DEIM NATURNAHER WEINBAU

Weinviertel DAC Simone I. Wine & Queen (171)

Spiegel (142)

Axpoint (135)

Steinäcker (100)

(95)

AL - Young, green apple nose. Fresh and zesty, quite long palate.

AL - Luscious nose, showing ripe, yellow fruit, honey and minerals. Very structured palate, full with stone fruit, minerals and refreshing acidity. Long and vivid aftertaste. Good, ripe and succulent wine with nice structure.

AL - Ripe nose, showing yellow fruit, honey and ripe citrus. Rich palate, structured with some spicy notes, ripe fruit, good freshness and length, some creaminess on the ﬁnish.

AL - The nose is ﬂoral with hints of young stone fruit, citrus peel and almond. The palate is on the lighter side, young fruit, high freshness and fair length.

AL - Quite deep color, bright and golden. The nose is ripe, showing yellow fruit, plums and some waxy notes. The palate has good structure, is full bodied with fresh acidity and a long ﬁnish.

DL - Very pale yellow with green sheens. Very fresh nose of lime and green apple. Dry and crisp attack, nice green apple taste on a long and attractive palate, nicely persistent. Fruity and fresh. HP - Very pale, almost white. Elegant aromas of passion fruit with litchi aromas. Smooth, good balance and vivacious ﬁnish. MS - Green. Herbal aromas. Sancerre like quality. Pleasant wine. RD - Bright pale yellow. Lean, herbal and crisp bouquet. Dry and light palate, herbaceous notes, thin body, short ﬁnish. Light, herbaceous and thin.

DL - Well sustained, golden yellow, some light green tinges. Ripe white fruit, yellow plum and smoky minerality on the bouquet. Generous, full bodied and balanced palate of good volume, nicely long in mouth with lightly dominating bitterness, but remaining attractively charming. HP - Bright yellow gold. Intense peach and pear aromas with floral finish on bouquet. Slightly flabby in mouth, short finish, but powerful lime and almost rhubarb flavors. MS - Brilliant yellow, great sparkle. Beautiful, round, sweet fruit. Taut acidity takes over. Angular, hard acidity at the end. RD - Vibrant light gold. Recessed, waxy nose with forward tones. Dry and reticent palate, little fruit, undefined acidity, short medium finish. Looks very good, but palate OK.

DL - Intense yellow gold, golden green notes. Nose showing fermentation aromas and reduction. Very lively, even aggressive, vivid palate, acidity and CO² giving a hard structure, reinforced by the bitterness, depriving wine of its seductive side. HP - Intense bright yellow gold. A touch of oxidation, blond caramel, lacks elegance and freshness on the nose. Flavors of green tea, roasted pineapple on palate. No real interest. MS - Lovely yellow, good clarity. Enticing bouquet. Nice ripeness, very well balanced throughout. Good body and structure. Very pleasing, rich and ripe. RD - Vibrant light gold. Pear and stone fruit bouquet. Dry palate, full bodied, soft acidity, bitterness on the ﬁnish. Rich, powerful and forward. Not for the faint at heart.

DL - Straw yellow, silver tinges. Fruity, mature white fruit aromas. Straightforward, simple palate, good body and medium persistence. Easy to taste but rather simple. HP - Pale yellow green. Fresh aromas of white flowers, lime tree, verbena with hint of pear, touch of minerality on the nose. Subtle palate, fresh acidity, well balanced, light body, finishing slightly alcoholic and yeasty. MS - Lovely yellow gold. Nice concentration of fruit with good acidity integration. Clean and refreshing. Clean, deep and interesting wine. RD - Vibrant, yellow. Vegetal nose with little fruit. Dry, medium body, good acidity, medium to short finishing palate. OK wine, lacking flavor, fruit and richness.

DL - Intense and luminous gold yellow. Blocked aromas due to reductive nose. Palate dominated by mature and sweet flavors, poor freshness and low volume. Too simple. Very light wine. HP - Gold yellow with green hues. Discreet, stone fruit aromas, prune and yellow plum, hint of rancio on end of bouquet. Smooth attack, low acidity, almost flabby palate. MS - Bright yellow hue. Delicate, interesting nose. Great power and extraction. Wonderful structure, great length. Clean fruit and lovely depth. Very pleasing, both power and grace ! RD - Vibrant, deep yellow. Rich nose, alcohol apparent, but overall elegant. Dry to off dry palate, elegant and rich on the finish. Full, well balanced, rich palate. Well made wine.

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82.6

82.4

WEINGUT FJ GRITSCH MAURITIUSHOF

WEINGUT HERMANN MOSER KEG

WEINGUT SEPP MOSER

WEINGUT CHRIST

WEINBAU SCHWEIGER

Federspiel Axpoint (81)

Kremstal DAC Gebling (231)

Gebling (226)

Bruch (151)

Kamptal Klassic Symphonie (102)

AL - Quite intense nose, young and ﬂoral, nice yellow fruit. Good grip on the palate, some spicy, citrus notes, medium long ﬁnish.

AL - Generous and fruity nose, ripe pear. Spicy and broad palate, nice fruit, fresh and quite long.

AL - Quite light nose, citrus and pear. The palate is medium bodied with some spicy notes, fresh acidity, some bitter notes on the ﬁnish.

AL - Young with citrus and green fruit. Balanced and fresh in mouth with some spicy notes on the ﬁnish.

AL - Fruity nose with some creamy notes. Quite ripe palate with ripe acidity and opulence, quite long ﬁnish.

DL - Pale yellow with green reﬂections. Fresh nose of lime, green apple and pineapple. Vivid attack, nice fruit and crispy taste on good and long palate. Refreshing wine !

DL - Pale yellow green robe, clear and brilliant. Discreet nose, slightly reductive, light expression. Simple, lean and reedy palate, little volume and very light. Very simplistic.

HP - Pale yellow green. Light aromas of wet straw and cider apple. Fresh crisp acidity, low persistence.

HP - Very pale yellow straw. Discreet aromas of grain, rye, touch of orange marmalade on bouquet. Light in the mouth, crisp acidity, short ﬁnish.

DL - Pale yellow green, CO² showing on the rim of the meniscus. Delicate nose, fresh, acidulous fruit. Simple, straightforward, facile, yet very agreeable and pleasant palate. Not very full bodied or showing great volume, but easy drinking, enjoyable wine. HP - Pale yellow green. Fresh floral aromas, white flower, acacia, moderate citrus and lemon zest note on the nose. Classical mouth feel with good acidity, fresh and lively wine with a short persistence. MS - Gold green. Generous, delicious fruit aromas, nice balance and length on palate. Clean, harmonious, medium persistence wine. RD - Deep yellow. Delicate stone fruit and mineral aromas on the nose. Dry palate, apricot flavors, good acidity, cleansing mouth feel, citrusy finish of medium length. Pleasant, full flavored, Grüner Veltliner.

DL - Pale green yellow, silver tinges. Extravagant nose of fruit, sweet aromas, apple and pear notes. Fruity, well balanced acidity that gives a long persistence to this wine with such attractive structure. This is what fruity wine is all about ! HP - Pale yellow green. Intense apricot, banana and sweet apple nose with orange notes. Rich tangerine flavor on the palate, citrus, a well balanced wine with minerality in the end. MS - Yellow green. Super rich nose. Delicious all the way, great structure and style. Delicious and mouth filling. RD - Clear and light yellow. Candied nose. Dry and chemical taste, short finish. Do not recommend.

DL - Pale yellow with green sheens. Open nose, hint of herbs, lime and apple aromas. Fresh and quite lively palate, nice crispy bubbles that give a hard finish. Hard but fresh. HP - Pale yellow green. Intense, ripe fruit bouquet, apricot, litchi and pineapple. Elegant palate with delicate acidity, ripe fruit in the finish with apple, pineapple and apricot flavors, moderate length with mineral touch. MS - Green pale straw. Delicate bouquet, great flavors, nicely balanced. Very pleasant. Delicious and delicate. RD - Vibrant yellow green. Forward, fruity nose, hint apricot. Dry, crisp and fruity palate, crisp and clean acidity. Herbaceous finish. Fruity nose with herbaceous end in mouth.

MS - Yellow. Modest, but very clean. Slightly sour end. Pleasant enough. RD - Light and clear. Herbaceous, herbal and clean nose. Dry, medium bodied, crisp palate, short end. Nice, simple and clean.

MS - Green yellow. Light weight. Clean but short. Proper but uncomplicated. RD - Bright pale yellow. Pine, mint, evergreen nose. Dry and crisp, full bodied, good balance, lingering minty ﬁnish. Dry and linear, minty and refreshing.

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82.4

82.2

WEINBAU JOHANN DIEM

WEINGUT MÜNZENRIEDER

WEINGUT STEINSCHADEN ERWIN

WEINGUT HAGENBÜCHL

WEINGUT ERWIN BECK

Kabinett (98)

Classic (38)

Kamptaler Terrassen (212)

Weinviertel DAC Laaer Berg (92)

Selektion (239)

AL - Young and quite closed, some hints of almond, white pear and grapefruit. A spicy, citrus peel bitterness on the palate, fresh acidity, quite long on the end.

AL - The nose is young, quite closed, green fruit and citrus. Fresh and rather light palate, not very long. Pleasant but simple.

AL - Young with some CO², very vivid nose with citrus and stone fruit. Palate is fresh with touch of bitterness, spicy ﬁnish.

AL - Quite light nose, young white fruit. The palate has good structure, crisp acidity and a fairly long ﬁnish. Rather light wine though.

AL - Fresh and zesty nose, citrus and minerals. Firm palate with high acidity, elegant, lean and fresh ﬁnish.

DL - Quite sustained yellow gold with a touch of development, but brilliant and clean. Very agreeable bouquet with intense grapefruit and gentle fruit sweetness. Palate dominated by the lightly caramelized fruit sweetness, which is carried off by the delightful freshness of the wine. Complex and persistent, lovely volume. Easy to approach wine, but in this case facility provides tremendous pleasure as well.

DL - Green yellow, plenty of green reflections, tiny bubbles. Developed nose, fruity, charming with plenty of apple and pear aromas. Vivid attack, charming mouth, very fruity with caramelized fruit flavors, dry and crisp finish. Good length and dryness. Too fizzy !

DL - Pale yellow, straw sheen. Hint of sparkles. Closed, reductive nose, perceptions of plastic and lees. Very crispy palate, supported by vivid, carbonic bubbles. Good bitterness sensation provides long persistence in this balanced wine. Fine expression of body and volume.

DL - Pale gold, green reflections. Closed nose, yet some elegant aromas of white fruit and flowers upon aeration. Very dry and crisp palate, slightly hard with firm acidity, but long persistence and medium bodied, quite well balanced wine. Attractive and enjoyable. HP - Pale yellow green. Discreet nose of grain, rye with touch of yeast and fermentation, almost sulfur on the end. Crisp acidity, but lacks elegance and sulfur disturbs the finish. MS - Brilliant, yellow gold. Sweet, round fruit, slight harshness on the finish. Acidity is out of balance, but the wine is well structured and needs to accompany food. Deep fruit with acidity creeping in on end. RD - Vibrant yellow. Stone fruit aromas on slightly reticent, but elegant nose. Dry, full palate with fresh acidity, refreshing in the mouth, lengthy finish with lemony touch. Beautiful color, elegant bouquet, crisp, fresh, lemony finish. Very nice wine.

HP - Pale yellow gold. Light flower aromas with earthy and mineral characters. A touch flabby, low acidity, good, ripe apple and banana flavors in the mouth. Would be more elegant if acidity was more vivacious. MS - Pale yellow. Delicately flavored wine, clean, fresh and stylish. Pleasant and uncomplicated Grüner Veltliner. RD - Yellow and bright. Delicate, recessed nose. Light stone fruit. Dry, fuller bodied palate, nice acidity, not too tart. Medium finish. Good, well made wine with elusive nose, a little short on aromatics.

HP - Intense yellow green. Very ﬂoral, rose petals, ripe pomegranate, banana aromas on quite persistent nose. Very high presence of aggressive acidity, white pepper notes with stone fruit and green apple. MS - Pale green. Sweet, ripe fruit. Tingling, acidity presence. Clean, but very taut. RD - Bright pale yellow. Forward nose, lanolin, stone fruit. Dry and clean palate, apple crisp acidity, lengthy on ﬁnish. Nicely balanced, clean and crisp.

HP - Light, pale yellow straw. Discreet, dry fruit nose with lime tinted straw notes, short finish. Great balance in the mouth, long finish with white peach, green apple and melon flavors, crisp and fresh acidity. Very nice wine. MS - Pale green. Delicate fruit and strong acidity, harsh finish, no subtlety. Medium body, stark ending. RD - bright, pale yellow green. Tart, citrus, light nose with herbal notes. Dry, clean, acidic palate, cleansing mouth feel, short, tart finish. Light and dry. Simple and short.

DL - Pale green yellow, silver tinges. Mature nose with ripe fruit, roasted pears and apple. Good body, nice fruit, not really developed. Well made, but no more. Sweetish apple finish. Simple and fruity. HP - Pale yellow green. Intense lemon and orange blossom aromas, delicate and lovely bouquet of moderate persistency. Vivacious acidity, caressing and enhancing minerality, which will develop, rich apple and apricot in the end. Ripe flavors that give volume and generosity. MS - Pale straw. Lightly flavored and slight in build. Thin and digest. RD - Bright light yellow. Lean on nose with apricot aromas. Dry palate with light to medium body, tart and harsh acidity, citrusy finish. Elegant nose, too tart on the palate.

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81.8

WEINGUT JAMEK

WEINGUT PROIDL

WEINGUT WURZINGER

WEINGUT & GÄSTEZIMMER HERBERT ZILLINGER

WEINGUT BAUMGARTNER

Stein am Rain (106)

Senftenberger «Freiheit» (44)

(33)

Weinviertel DAC Ebenthal (32)

Heiligenstein (371)

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AL - Young nose, herbal with green fruit. Palate is sleek and on the lighter side with grapefruit, medium long aftertaste. DL - Clear straw yellow, very luminous green reﬂections. Rather discreet nose, dominated by citrus notes. Very agreeable palate with ﬁne smoothness and suave vivacity creating harmonious entity of good persistence. Plenty of charm.

AL - Young and fruity, more on the green side, some vegetal notes. Good freshness and spicy ﬁnish. Young and pleasant.

AL - Attractive, young nose, ripe yellow fruit, citrus and minerals. Very good grip on the palate, young fruit, spicy notes with long aftertaste.

AL - Lemony nose, some green notes. Quite round palate with a touch of sweetness, rather short, but balanced.

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AL - Fine and generous nose that reveals some mineral notes, young stone fruit and ripe citrus aromas. The palate has good structure, freshness and vibrancy with fresh fruit, some creamy notes and good length. Pure, fresh with nice drinkability.

DL - Straw yellow with touch of green, very brilliant with good intensity color. Reductive nose showing primary, fermentation aromas, slightly smoky tones. Surprisingly gentle mouth feel and round palate, in spite of the presence of gas and ﬁrm acidity, the wine seduces by its velvety texture and its attractive length. Silky smooth.

DL - Sustained yellow gold with golden reﬂections. Rich, ripe and mellow bouquet, caramel, very ripe white fruit, yellow plum (Mirabelle) jam notes. Velvety, sweet and gentle palate enlivened up in midstream by freshness. Attractive complexity, very ﬁne persistence and surprising maturity. Ripe, yet fresh and balanced.

HP - Pale yellow green. Very fresh, ﬂoral aromas on the nose, wheat notes with minty character. Good balance in the mouth, elegant minerality and fresh green apple.

HP - Medium intense yellow gold. Musty nose of fresh almonds with discreet fruit. Soft and delicate in the mouth, elegant pepper tones, good ﬂavor presence with lemony ﬁnish.

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HP - Yellow straw, medium intensity. Delicate aromas of white peach, fresh pear, rose petals on medium intense bouquet. Very soft, light body, lacks personality on palate, short finish. MS - Yellow green. Tasty middle weight wine. Clean start to finish. Correct, but light. RD - Pale straw. Vibrant. Herbal, grassy nose. Dry palate, clean acidity, medium short finish. Easy to drink.

DL - Pale yellow green, silver nuances. Very vivid, lively bouquet limited to lime aromas. Palate dominated by vivacity and energy, but lacks complexity and roundness. Excellent for hot days, but ... HP - Pale yellow and bright color. Bouquet a hint sweet with a touch of sulfur in back, lacks elegance. Attack on palate discreet with moderate acidity, but lacks elegance. MS - Super clarity, clean and pale. Lightly scented bouquet. Palate highly charged with acidity and sugary fruit. Fruit and acidity out of balance. Harsh end. RD - Vibrant yellow, hint of green. Herbal nose, little fruit, yet forward nose. Dry palate with good balance. Refreshing in the mouth with nice ﬁnish. Well rounded, pleasant, rich wine.

MS - Light green. Very light ﬂavors. Almost too delicate. Quick exit. Extremely light wine. RD - Pale yellow, slight greenish hue. Pear aromas on the nose. Dry, crisp palate, clean and refreshing. Medium, crisp, acidic ﬁnish. Light, pleasant and delicate wine.

MS - Attractive green gold. Delicate bouquet. Lightly spiced. Lovely ﬂavors on the palate, well balanced and acidity is well handled. Very tasty and overall most pleasant wine.

DL - Nice and bright pale green yellow. Fresh aromas, hint of gun flint and lime on the nose. Mellow attack, sweet fruit, apple and pear, fresh acidity, good length and medium body palate. Straightforward. HP - Very pale yellow green. Very grassy, mineral and nettle aromas, ripe fruit on the nose. Delicate attack, low acidity, fresh flavors of straw, mint and herbaceous touch, short finish. MS - Pale green. Herbs on the nose. Light texture, quiet finish. Delicate and graceful. RD - Clear yellow. Waxy, forward nose with pine and stone fruit aromas. Dry to off dry palate, light bodied, soft acidity, short. Light and simple.

RD - Vibrant yellow and clear. Mushroom-like aromas. Dry, herbaceous and grassy palate with high acidity. Short ﬁnish. Unpleasant nose. Little fruit.

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81.8

81.6

WEINGUT EMIL BAUER

WEINGUT BÄUERL

3MÄDERLHAUS SCHRAMMEL

WEINGUT STEININGER

WEINGUT PRÖGLHÖF

Premium (216)

Kreutles (117)

Passion (16)

Grünschnabel

Weinviertel DAC Klassik (201)

AL - Young and light nose, citrus and green fruit. Good grip on the palate, fresh acidity and hint of grapefruit, medium long ﬁnish with some spicy notes. Pleasant, fresh and spicy.

AL - Pure and fruity nose of ripe apples. The palate has a good spiciness, grapefruit, citrus peel and fresh acidity, medium long and spicy notes on the ﬁnish. Nice, typical Grüner Veltliner.

AL - Young fruit, more on the green side. Very fresh and fruity palate, Sauvignon-like, zesty ﬁnish.

AL - The nose shows spicy citrus and yellow fruit. Very crisp palate, good bite with some citrusy notes, medium length, some bitter notes on the finish. DL - Very luminous pale yellow with green reflections. Open nose with hint of caramelized pear with spirits. Agreeable palate, rather sweet and velvety, light freshness support the fresh fruit flavors, good length. Straightforward and light. HP - Yellow green. Dried herbs and straw nose, light red fruit tones, floral and white peach touch. Smooth on the palate, great volume in mouth, good, but low acidity, quite long finish. Green apple freshness. MS - Yellow green. Delicious fruit in great balance. Very clean and direct. Delicious and refreshing. RD - Vibrant light yellow. Vegetal nose. Dry palate, lacks acidity. Off putting nose, unbalanced wine.

AL - Young nose with some herbal notes and citrus. The palate is spicy and fresh, on the lighter side, fresh with medium long aftertaste. DL - Light yellow gold with green nuances, lovely luminosity. Slightly reductive nose with fermentation notes. Nice silky attack on the palate, seductive by its velvety character, but relatively well supported by fine bitter notes and very pleasant freshness, excellent persistence. Overall juicy and frisky. HP - Pale yellow green. Very discreet, white flower aromas, rye, light pepper, green peas, slight minerality. Soft approach in mouth, moderate acidity, short finish. MS - Pale peach. Fresh and clean. Tart finish, light weight. No persistence. Quick and sharp. RD - Vibrant green yellow. Lean, earthy, minty nose. Dry palate with stone fruit, crisp and clean acidity, short finish. Leaner style, fresh and light.

DL - Intense, well sustained yellow with golden reflections. Rich, intense, slightly reductive bouquet. Aeration produces a bouquet dominated by herbaceous and white flower aromas. Round, velvety palate, where the freshness combines very well with the very fine, ripe and attractively bitter flavors. Agreeable with medium length, but no more. HP - Medium, yellow gold. Very ripe bouquet, apricot and pineapple notes. Intense presence in the mouth, rich and long. Good acidity, refreshing finish. Ripe fruit, hint of blond caramel. A touch shy on elegance. MS - Great gold green hues. Marvelous and interesting candied fruit bouquet. Good mouth following through with the aromas on the nose. Fruity with proper acidity. Lively and most interesting wine. RD - Vibrant, yellow with green reflections. Rich bouquet with lanolin, pear and spice. Dry and clean palate. Balanced acidity with clean, refreshing, citrus finish. Great, nicely balanced aperitif wine.

DL - Nice, yellow with green sheen, good intensity and brilliancy. Open and clean bouquet of a multitude of white fruit, apple, citrus, lime and a hint of herbs. Good, round and fresh attack on the palate, well balanced, good length, bitter finish, which is classic for Grüner Veltliner. Fresh and fruity style, simply balanced. Very young but easy drinking. HP - Great yellow gold. Ripe fruit aromas, pineapple, green apple, good quality, persistent bouquet. Rich, intense palate with slight sweetness, but great acidity, good length. Attractive structure, will age 3 years without any problems. MS - Green gold highlights. Good freshness, tingle on tongue. Clean finish. Cracked pepper apparent. Good example. Proper, clean and enjoyable. RD - Clear, very green yellow. Forward, friendly bouquet of apple, pear and spice aromas. Dry and crisp on the palate with slight grapefruit finish. Pleasant, intense, dry, crisp and clean wine.

DL - Pale yellow with silver tinges, luminous. Open nose, mineral and gooseberry aromas. Round, smooth and elegant with a crisp mouth feel. Good length, simple and aromatic. Unusual, like Sauvignon ????!!! HP - Pale yellow green. Generous, very grassy, passion fruit, elegant nose of nettle. Dry and crisp acidity, very fresh palate with great minerality, light body, smooth peppery notes. Great balance, but bouquet of Sauvignon Blanc at ﬁrst. MS - Pale green. Good spice and herbal nose. Nice mouth with proper acidity. Pleasant and light. RD - Very pale, clear straw. Grapefruit aroma. Dry palate with acidity, apricot and citrusy notes, short with acidity on the ﬁnish. Lean and clean, if short and citrusy.

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81.6

81.4

WEINGUT BANNERT

WEINGUT BRÜNDLMAYER

SCHLOßWEINGUT GRAF HARDEGG

WEINGUT NORBERT BAUER

WEINGUT 4ER GINDL

Weinviertal DAC Ried Satz (143)

Berg-Vogelsang (94)

Veltlinsky (28)

Weinviertel DAC Kellerberg (18)

Weinviertel DAC (103)

AL - Young and fruit, green fruit, some herbal notes on the nose. The palate is fresh, medium bodied with ripe pear, some spiciness on the ﬁnish.

AL - Floral nose, hint of pear and apple. Discreet spiciness on the palate, fresh with medium length.

AL - Young and citrusy on the nose, elegant with some notes of stone fruit. Dry and very fresh palate with a touch of bitterness on the ﬁnish. Pleasant and spicy.

AL - Young nose, quite spicy with young white fruit and citrus peel. Very fresh palate, quite light with a spicy ﬁnish.

AL - Quite open, aromatic nose with hint of herb and white fruit. Palate is broad with high freshness, some herbal notes, white pear and decent length.

DL - Pale yellow, silver notes, very light and clear. Discreet, more floral nose with hint of citrus. Quite lively palate, lovely characteristics, certain simplicity, but well made. Nice wine with little energy and drive. HP - Very pale yellow straw. Fresh minerality on the nose, wheat aromas, medium persistence, light floral scents. Light attack on the palate, floral, acacia notes, fresh pear flavors, short finish. MS - Light green. Tasty fruit, nicely wrapped up. Very direct, clean finish. Proper and clean. RD - Bright pale yellow. Pear note on simple nose. Dry palate, medium bodied, balanced acidity, slightly acrid finish with fruit presence. Nice, light and simple.

DL - Straw yellow with silver sheen. Mature bouquet, open and developed, showing waxy notes and honey aromas. Good balanced palate and lingering sensation of this wine, dominated by strong bitterness. A touch too bitter. HP - Bright, light gold yellow. Trace of CO². Yeasty, fermentation nose, lacking elegance and short. Smooth palate, dry fruit and short finish. MS - Yellow highlights nice clarity. Very fine flavors, beautifully structured, elegant finish. Clean and bright. Delicious and perfectly balanced. RD - Vibrant, light yellow. Light, recessed, waxy nose with little aromatics. Dry, crisp and clean palate. Acidic, short finish. Simple and short, but quite refreshing.

DL - Pale yellow, green reflections, slight intensity. Delicate bouquet with subtlety and distinction, without aromatic energy or drive, but charming altogether. Fabulous definition on the palate, charm, subtlety and balance are underlined by an impressive persistence. Discretion creating seduction! HP - Pale yellow straw. Very fresh pear and lemon aromas on bouquet with moderate length. Lively fresh, delicate presence in mouth with lovely mineral strain, herbal touch. Green tea on finish. Ripe finish with slight touch of sweetness - residual sugar ! MS - Very pale. Slightly scented bouquet. Green, undeveloped flavors. Biting acidity on the finish. Light and tart. Lacks flavor. RD - Vibrant, pale yellow. Recessed bouquet with herbal notes. Dry, crisp, herbaceous, grassy and tart in the mouth, short finish. Medium bodied and lean.

DL - Light golden yellow with reflections of silver. Rather exotic, complex bouquet, fruit aromas of papaya, coconut and citrus. Palate marked by fresh citrus flavors, while the CO² support the charming components, within a rather uncomplicated structural volume, but showing good length. Exotic and fine quality wine. HP - Pale yellow green, gold to rim. Light intensity of aromas, citrus notes, pear, peach, hint of dustiness on the end. Fresh attack of acidity in the mouth, lacks elegance and depth. MS - Light green. Light and fresh bouquet. Acidity slightly too prominent in mouth. Clean and fresh, but slightly too much acidity. RD - Vibrant, deep yellow with green hue. Herbal, forward nose. Dry, herbaceous palate with good acidity. Medium length finish. Pleasant, refreshing wine with nicely tart finish.

DL - Pale yellow green, attractive bubbles. Discreet nose, green apple and slightly vegetal notes. Palate dominated by marked, piercing acidity, which hides all the rest. Little body and hard, short finish. HP - Pale yellow green. Musky aromas, a touch of sulfur, dusty, with some red berry aromas, not very persistent bouquet. Very crisp acidity, aggressive and short palate with floral finish. MS - Light yellow. Nicely built, middle sized, not overblown. Correct and simple. RD - Pale yellow. Greenish hue, clear. Fruity, pears on intense nose. Forward. Full on palate, clean, menthol-acidity, medium lengthy finish. Balanced and forward on nose and palate.

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81.4

81.2

WEINGUT MÜLLERGROSSMANN

WEINKELLEREI LENZ MOSER

RESPIZ-HOF KÖLBL

WEINGUT MICHLITSSTADLMANN

WEINGUT ING. W. BAUMGARTNER

Großer Satz (51)

Selection (49)

Weinviertel DAC Himmelreich (66)

(63)

(60)

AL - Quite ﬂoral nose, fresh, young fruit and citrus. The palate has good structure, freshness and spiciness with fair length.

AL - Young white fruit and citrus on the nose. Good bite and freshness on quite light palate with fair length. Nice fruit.

AL - Elegant nose with some mineral notes and yellow fruit. Good grip on the palate, zesty with citrus and grapefruit, long aftertaste with discreet spiciness. Nice purity and freshness.

AL - The nose is generous, ﬂoral with yellow fruit. Fresh palate, medium bodied, some spicy notes on the ﬁnish. Medium length wine.

AL - Pure nose with some complex notes, stone fruit, citrus and minerals. Very bright palate, sleek and fresh, young fruit, ﬁrm and long ﬁnish. Nice purity and freshness.

DL - Pale yellow with green silver nuances. Very fine brilliance. Nose very marked by vegetal notes, hops-like bitterness. Palate also dominated by bitter tones, which are well fleshed on the end, giving a smooth, mellow touch to the wine. Good length. Most agreeable. HP - Pale yellow straw. Very fresh mineral aromas, fresh pear, white flowers, citrus touch, moderate persistence. Discreet palate, elegant and delicate floral flavors, moderate acidity, good balance, very fresh finish.

DL - Very pale yellow with green reflections. Clean and shiny bright. Nose very elegant and complex, touch of florality and well ripened fruit. All elements culminate in a peak of vivacity with delightfully handled bitterness. Well structured palate, bitterness dominates, but the flavor definition is fresh and complex. The mastery of bitter tones ensures harmony. HP - Very pale yellow green. Discreet aromas of herbs and grain, light minerality, relatively short persistence. Refreshing in the mouth, good acidity, green tea flavors with litchi, good balance and length.

MS - Super pale. Sesame - soy bouquet. Lightly ﬂavored with odd balance. Uncomplicated with tart ﬁnish.

MS - Super pale. Talc bouquet. Cloying, citrus sweetness with biting acidity ﬁnish. Light and tart with harsh end.

RD - Bright, pale yellow. Mild aromatics, alcohol on fruity nose. Dry palate with nice acidity, short ﬁnish. Simple, good, above average wine.

RD - Pale Bellow, clear and bright. Light aromatics and some petrol aromas on nose. Dry on palate with balanced acidity, short – medium ﬁnish. Average wine but easy drinking and approachable.

DL - Pale yellow with green reﬂections. Light CO² content. Very fresh nose inclined to citrus aromas, very persistent expression. Fresh palate showing complete fruit ripeness with forms harmony with other components, creating nice persistence. Very attractive fresh expression in the mouth. Top quality, well made wine.

DL - Pale yellow green, golden nuances. Very attractive brilliance. White fruit bouquet, quince, apple, citrus and grapefruit. Round palate marked by relative smooth and mellow texture carried by exemplary freshness. Fine dimension provided by bitterness and very great length underlined by light gaiety and vivacity. Ripe and fresh wine of great attraction.

DL - Pale yellow, silver reflections. Fine brilliance. Delicate, fresh fruit, apple bouquet with hint of florality, citrus notes creating an attractive aromatic diversity. Vivacious, lively, lemony palate, acidity dominates without upsetting balance and delicacy of flavors, but ideally supporting the bitterness and the maturity of the fruit. Very gracious persistence. Delightful, successfully made wine.

HP - Light yellow green. Dry herb aromas, notes of grain, rye, peppery mineral touch. Almost stone and violet ﬂower bouquet of moderate length. Short in mouth, vivacious acidity, very light and discreet ﬂavors.

HP - Pale yellow green. Very intense, ripe, passion fruit, orange marmalade aromas, delicate, soft and very enjoyable bouquet. Smooth, delicate touch on silky palate with fresh, balanced acidity. Very elegant wine, all elements in harmony.

MS - Super pale. Peppery, vegetal bouquet. Extreme saltiness on the palate, candy fruit, tastes artiﬁcial. Odd vegetal notes on salty mouth distract.

MS - Green gold. Funky, musty bouquet. Candy fruit, out of balance with sharp acidity. Not pleasing. Unfocused, harsh and odd bouquet as well as ﬂavors.

MS - Extremely pale green. Light and pleasant fruit nose. Very dry and short palate. Harshness distracts from overall score.

RD - Vibrant, clear, yellow. Forward nose, apricot, lanolin. Dry palate with good acidity, cleansing mouth feel, short to medium, acidic ﬁnish. Good aperitif, inviting as a starter.

RD - Bright, pale yellow. Herbal, clean, simple nose. Dry and clean palate, fruity and herbal with medium length ﬁnish. Simple, clean and linear wine.

RD - Bright and very pale color. Waxy nose, light apricot aromas. Off dry palate, musty with high acidity, mild fruit still present, but high acidity ﬁnish on medium length end. Good wine, but not well deﬁned.

HP - Pale yellow straw. Discreet aromas of dry herb, rye, white ﬂower. Mouth sort of smooth with moderate acidity, ripe fruit, apple, litchi and lemon in moderate ﬁnish.

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81.2

80.8

WEINGUT WUNDERER

WEINGUT DOLLE

WEINGUT PAYR

WEINGUT BAYERERBHOF

WEINGUT HEINZ BAUER KG

Weinviertel DAC (52)

Hasel (43)

Lössboden (34)

Classic (13)

Weinviertel DAC (149)

AL - Young, pure nose that evokes citrus and stone fruit. The palate is ﬁrm and fresh with elegant fruit, a long and crisp aftertaste. Well made, fresh wine.

AL - The nose is slightly stalky and green. Young fruit on the palate, fresh, but short.

AL - Good intensity on the nose, minerals, stone fruit and some citrusy spiciness. Good freshness on palate, quite full with young fruit, very crisp and long aftertaste. Fresh and balanced.

AL - The nose is clean with hints of young fruit, citrus and apple. Fresh and quite light on palate, not too long ﬁnish.

AL - Vivid and fruity nose with hint of ripe citrus. Good structure on palate, really fresh with good bite. Some spiciness on the aftertaste.

DL - Very pale yellow, numerous bubbles forming a swirl. Slightly soft nose, somewhat reductive, beer yeast. Fresh and complex palate, measured roundness and lovely bitter notes, creating fine persistence. The range of aromatic expression is most seductive. Vibrant wine ! HP - Pale yellow straw. Discreet nose, high tones of lemon and melon at first, then quite short. Disappointing palate, lacks finesse, though good acidity, almost sweet fruit, but without freshness. MS - Pale yellow highlights. Sweaty, rustic bouquet. Sweet, hard finish, searing acidity. Unappealing on nose with overly sweet fruit and biting finish. RD - Vibrant, light yellow. Lively fruit bouquet, pear, apricot, tropical fruit. Dry palate, apple crisp acidity, refreshing in mouth with medium finish. Cleansing acidity with good fruit characteristics.

DL - Very clear, pale yellow, green touches, lovely brilliance. Discreet nose without drive, rather dump and dull. Palate lacks vivacity, just enough volume, but somewhat simple. Discretion, but little charm. HP - Pale yellow green. Elegant and fresh mineral aromas on bouquet of steely character. Good presence in mouth, elegant, lovely acidity. White flower flavors, superb length, long presence of pear flavors. Very attractive. MS - Bright green straw. Good extraction and deep aromatic expression on bouquet. Great balance and style. Peppery finish. Very stylish, well made, clean wine with delicate, light flavors. RD - Pale straw with greenish hue. Recessed, musty nose. Dry and forward on palate. Acidity and fruit present, balanced, medium finish with acidity returning and notes of mild stone fruit. Wine with some substance, body as well as delicate balance of fruit and acidity.

DL - Pale yellow with green nuances, lovely brilliance. Fresh citrus, lime and grapefruit aromas on nose. Agreeable palate with acidity which combines well with the roundness and generosity of flavors providing plenty of charm. The texture is gently, tingling on tongue and this prolongs the persistence. Lovely bitter notes offering dimension to the wine. Very handsome wine. HP - Pale yellow straw. Elegant, citrus aromas with wheat character. Very elegant in mouth, fresh acidity, moderate finish. Pear and litchi flavors. Attractive. MS - Lightly colored, pale hues. Lightly flavored, candied fruit. Acidity springs out at end. Medium flavored, over light wine. RD - Pale yellow, vibrant color. Light spice, baked pear bouquet. Dry palate, crisp acidity. Short and tart finish. Start well but finish less well.

DL - Pale yellow with green sheen. Closed bouquet with herbal and reductive notes dominating. Bubbles too present and giving harsh sensation on palate. Too aggressive altogether. HP - Relatively pale, yellow straw. Elegant citrus aromas, lemon with ripe pear, quite persistent bouquet. Great presence in the mouth, fresh acidity, elegant wine with good balance. Grand overall presence - very attractive. MS - Handsome, gold green. Pleasing aromatic expression, flowery bouquet. Excellent flavors, nicely combined palate with great freshness and overall balance. Great example and very pleasing. RD - Clear, vibrant yellow. Fresh, fruity bouquet of apricot, pear and citrus aromas. Dry and crisp, forward palate with clean acidity. Medium length and clean finish. Nice balance, refreshing fruit. Very pleasant glass of wine.

DL - Very pale and luminous yellow, plenty of gas present. Powerful citrus aromas, hint of vegetal and fresh herbs on bouquet. Very vivid, even aggressive palate, lacks body and volume, slightly hard and simple. Facile overall. HP - Bright, light yellow straw, green to rim. Some sulfur on the nose, fresh herb with pear. Good acidity, but sulfur presence is disturbing, although green and mineral in the end. MS - Quite pale. Leans toward herbal aromas and flavors. Tight acidity, finishes on the harsh side. Tight and lean. RD - Bright very pale straw. Herbaceous, medium intensity, grassy nose. Dry and forward, medium bodied palate, crisp and clean acidity, medium to long finish. Well made, characterful wine, cleansing on the palate.

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80.8

80.6

WEINGUT HOLZAPFEL

WEINGUT GÜNTSCHL

WEINBAU EHN

REMUSHOF JAGSCHITZK

WINZERHOF SAX

Zehenthof (78)

Giggero Klassik (17)

Ried Satz (232)

(41)

Luftikus (21)

AL - Rich and generous nose, young fruit, white pear and citrus. Nice structure with some spicy notes on fresh palate with quite long aftertaste.

AL - Hints of pear, citrus and attractive mineral touch on bouquet. Decent structure on the palate, spicy with yellow fruit and grapefruit, quite good length. Well made and spicy.

AL - Elegant nose, fresh aromas with citrus and young fruit with some spicy notes. Palate is very fresh with good length. Firm and fresh.

AL - The nose is fresh with white fruit, some yeast notes and grapefruit. The palate is dry and medium bodied with fresh acidity, young stone fruit ﬂavors and quite good length on ﬁnish.

AL - Light nose, young fruit, citrus and pear. Good freshness on palate, some spicy notes, medium length.

DL - Gold, straw yellow, green reflections, fine brilliance. Discreet note of lees and yeast on bouquet, still reductive, but quite elegant. Very mellow and smooth on attack in mouth, enlivened by the nice freshness and the gas presence. Fine persistence and gentleness. Gentle and kind wine. HP - Pale yellow gold. Light aromas of candy with pear and orange zest, light passion fruit, moderately persistent bouquet. Mouth more discreet, low acidity, short, lime, finish. MS - Very pale. Herbal nose. Clean fruit marred by excess acidity, leading to disjointed and unbalanced wine. RD - Bright, light yellow, greenish hue. Forward, herbal nose with grassy notes. Dry palate, crisp and clean, medium finish. Pleasant, forward, aromatic, dry wine of good quality with an attractive body structure.

DL - Brilliant, clean, yellow green with a few bubbles lingering. Discreet bouquet with limited expression after aeration. Slightly riper fruit. Mellow and sweet which give the impression of sugar content. Nevertheless, good freshness, slightly shy balance, but finish suave and very smoothly. Good, aromatic, technologically correct Grüner Veltliner. HP - Pale, very bright, yellow green. Quite discreet bouquet. Also discreet in the mouth, light pear and litchi flavors. Relatively short with low acidity. MS - Light green. Correct color. Light bouquet with great delicacy. Great flavor in the mouth, superb freshness, good length. Great example, strongly flavored Grüner Veltliner. RD - Clear, bright, pale yellow. Lightly aromatic, herbaceous bouquet. Medium dry palate, nice acidity, not too tart with short finish. Lighter style, more herbaceous than fruity. Balanced and approachable.

DL - Very pale green yellow with small bubbles. Closed nose, not really developed, lees presence. Very fresh and aggressive palate with acidic sensations. Very dry, thin body but quite short. Short and dry. HP - Pale yellow green. Very discreet nose of hay with litchi, fresh mint, somewhat short persistence. Aggressive acidity, mineral ﬂavors in mouth with great peppery touch, simply made, lacks personality. MS - Pale. Light and fresh. Not much complexity, quick ﬁnish. Light and clean. RD - Vibrant pale green yellow. Ripe and forward apricot nose. Dry and tart palate, light bodied and short. Good aromatics and short on palate.

DL - Golden yellow with slightly blond nuances, brilliant and clean. Closed nose, hint of reduction and caramelization. The sweetness of the bouquet is confirmed on the palate. Slightly dull and soft, rather limp with weak persistence. Lacking the qualities of Grüner Veltliner. Sickly sweet. HP - Intense gold. Quite discreet apricot aromas, but some lack of freshness on bouquet. Smooth attack on palate, acidity moderate, ripe, sweet apple flavors with roasted pineapple. Intense body, but lacking elegance and freshness. MS - Perfect hues, light color. Moderately, even lightly flavored, not very complicated wine with harsh, rather raw and tart finish. RD - Bright and yellow. Mild aromatics. Recessed and delicate nose. Dry on palate with mild acidity. Medium acidity on finish with some fruit. Decent, pleasant wine. Not complex, but friendly.

DL - Pale yellow with silver nuances. Discreet bouquet marked floral and herbaceous aromatic sensation. Contrary to the rather closed and discreet nose, the palate reveals complexity, diversity of flavors in a mellow and balanced manner. Excellent length for this style, yet so gentle and so velvety ! Charming and elegant HP - Pale yellow green. Discreet grain, wheat aromas. Light lemon and pear tones. Good presence in the mouth, light and delicate. Nice and fresh acidity, moderate finish. MS - Pale green. Good clarity. Tight, shy bouquet. Medium body, medium flavor. Sweetness is out of balance with the acidity. Fresh, light, lacks a little punch. RD - Clear, pale yellow. Citrus bouquet of light intensity, delicate expression, white peach aromas. Dry, crisp, refreshing and clean palate with medium length finish. Light, delicate and inviting.

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80.6

80.4

80.2

WINZERHOF DROZZE

WEINGUT JURTSCHITSCH – SONNHOF

WEINGUT EHMOSER

WEINGUT STADLMAN

WEINGUT MEHOFER – NEUDEGGERHOF

Kremstal DAC Alte Rebe (2)

Steinhaus (73)

Von Den Terrassen (24)

(23)

Klassik (123)

AL - Young and light nose, some mineral notes, citrus and stone fruit. Very good freshness, juicy acidity, young fruit and good length. Fresh and elegant.

AL - The nose is clean and kind of elegant with some nutty notes, reminiscent of almonds, some stone fruit and citrus. Good bite on the palate, fresh with ﬁne length. Nice purity.

AL - Young, elegant nose. Hint of yellow fruit. Very fresh palate, good spiciness, young fruit and a crisp aftertaste.

AL - Nice purity on the nose, some mineral notes, citrus and grapefruit. Medium bodied palate, some spicy notes, fresh with decent length.

AL - The nose is still young and closed with white fruit. Firm and fresh palate, quite spicy ﬁnish.

DL - Sustained yellow with marked green nuances and a pronounced swirl of bubbles. Closed, rather resistant bouquet, notes of reduction, limited aromatic expression. Velvety palate, where the wine is expressed in the most charming fashion, which underlines the freshness and the lovely bitter tones. Long, persistent and complex. What more can one ask for ? A model of quality in this genre of Grüner Veltliner. HP - Pale yellow green. Fresh bouquet with pear aromas, citrus and grapefruit notes and white flowers. Smooth, delicate attack in the mouth. Moderate acidity, nice peppery tones, quite long with ripe, apple flavors. Great example of Grüner Veltliner. MS - Green, straw. Repressed nose, difficult to discern quality, rather closed up. Intense fruit palate, slightly disjointed structure, sweetness overtakes the balance. Sweetness is distracting from the overall impression.

DL - Pale yellow green, light CO² content, very attractive brilliance. Closed nose, still reductive. Palate is still showing primary, fermentation flavors, difficult to taste with hard bitterness, which are too pronounced. HP - Very pale yellow green. Discreet, dry herb and almond aromas with litchi and pear notes, very subtle nose. Balance and fresh acidity in mouth, mineral flavors with long finish. MS - Might green straw. Attractive, sweet fruit on bouquet, follows through nicely into palate, attractively integrated, acidity backbone. Clean, fresh and pleasing wine. RD - Vibrant, pale yellow. Light, delicate nose. Forward and straightforward. Dry with cleansing acidity on palate, relatively short and rather acidic finish. Light bodied, simple and thin wine.

DL - Pale yellow with green nuances, marked by a swirl of bubbles. Closed bouquet with some fresh, vegetal aromas. Agreeable, inviting palate, but without much energy or expression, yet effectively handled with good length and balance. Easy drinking wine, but nevertheless with moderation ! HP - Light yellow gold. Fresh citrus aromas, orange marmalade on bouquet, twist of lemon peel and herbal note. Good persistence. Medium bodied, but great balance and vivacious acidity in mouth. Quite long. Superb on palate, fresh and lovely - great example of Grüner Veltliner. MS - Deep, green gold. No bouquet. Lightly ﬂavored, hard acidity, unbalanced palate. Harsh, unfocused wine. RD - Light yellow, brilliant clarity. Fresh, ripe, fruit aromas, especially pear. Dry and tart on palate. Good, cleansing palate with citrus ﬁnish. Visually appealing, delicate fruit aromatic expression and exciting mouth feel.

DL - Quite pale yellow green, light swirl of bubbles. Slightly reductive bouquet of discretion and shy expression. Simple, fresh palate with attractive structural expression and very nice, classic and ripe bitter notes. Fine length. Classic Grüner Veltliner. HP - Pale yellow green. Delicate rose petal aromas, hint of litchis, moderately persistent bouquet. Vivacious attack in mouth, crisp acidity and yeasty ﬁnish. MS - Good color with clarity. Sparkles. Strange, atypical bouquet. Acidity takes over mouth. Flavors not developed. Fresh, but lacks of complexity. RD - Vibrant, very pale, yellow, touch of green. Stone fruit aromas of peach, apricot, hint of pear nose. Dry, clean and fresh palate with balanced acidity. Refreshing ﬁnish. Nicely balanced, very approachable wine. Good aperitif too.

DL - Very light yellow gold, silver nuances. Lazy, slow to show itself, not very clear or clean bouquet. Soft on attack, mid palate rather fresh with good persistence, but without great energy or drive. Correct, no more. HP - Very pale yellow straw. Light straw aromas, herbal note with delicate citrus notes, hint of minerality on bouquet. Very crisp in mouth, light body, green and steely ﬁnish. So close to being well balanced. MS - Light green yellow. Pleasant fruit, medium weight. Clean with good grip. Needs food. Clean and crisp. RD - Bright pale yellow, hint of green. Light, medicinal nose. Dry palate, light body, medium tart acidity, short ﬁnish. Lighter style.

RD - Vibrant, yellow green. Pear, apricot and slightly musky aromas. Dry, herbal and clean palate with good acidity, but not tart. Medium ﬁnish with lingering herbal notes. Nice, crisp, clean aperitif wine. 59

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89.8

89.6

WEINGUT WÖBER

WEINGUT FJ GRITSCH MAURITIUSHOF

WEINGUT PRAGER

WEINGUT STEININGER

WEINGUT MEINHARD FORSTREITER

Weinviertel DAC Klassik (289)

Kalmuck Wachau (80)

Zwerithaler Smaragd (331)

Loisiumweingarten (391)

Grande Reserve (296)

AL - Very young nose, some herbal notes and white fruit. Very fresh, albeit light, crisp ﬁnish.

AL - Pure and really fresh nose, some spiciness with citrus and young fruit. The palate is on the lighter side, fresh acidity and a medium long ﬁnish.

AL - Nice ripe nose, yellow fruit. Ripe and rich palate, some minerality, unctuous and full with apricot and fresh acidity, long ﬁnish. Nice and structured.

AL - Young and vivid nose, citrus and yellow fruit. Spicy palate, very good freshness, ripe fruit, long ﬁnish.

DL - Pale yellow with green sheens, tiny bubble presence. Subtle and delicate nose of aniseed, lemon and fresh fruit aromas. A touch citric in the mouth, to dry and too vivid for comfort. Not very interesting. HP - Light yellow straw. Candy and passion fruit aromas, quite elegant nose. Great approach in the mouth, crisp and herbaceous, green peas and ripe pear, moderate length. MS - Pale yellow. Lightly flavored, adequate balance, correct, but simple. Light and very straightforward. RD - Clear pale yellow. Herbaceous and light nose. Light and fruity palate, pear flavors, tart and short on finish. Light and crisp.

DL - Yellow gold with green hue, very good color intensity, nice gas swirl. Bouquet showing both fruit maturity (roasted apple aromas) and lees freshness (beer yeast). Palate very marked by dominating bitter notes. Thin, lean and very bitter wine. HP - Yellow gold, medium intensity color. Ripe fruit nose with lemon and pineapple aromas, moderate length. Ripe fruit touch on almost sweet palate, banana flavors, moderate acidity, growing towards the end. MS - Good gold green color. Clean, forward fruit, both on nose and palate, which goes sour and finishes on acidity notes. Promising start ruined by acidity level. RD - Vibrant, bright, clear yellow. Mild tropical fruit aromas, guava, apricot nose. Dry, full bodied palate, clean acidity, crisp mouth feel, medium length finish. A sense of linear, varietal typicity.

AL - Lovely purity on the nose, stone fruit, citrus and minerality. Very structured palate, ripe fruit and rigorous acidity, decidedly mineral character, very long and pure finish. Complex and very good. Great stuff. DL - Luminous medium gold yellow. Very closed nose, hint of citrus notes. Nicely elegant palate, well balanced, good structure and fine length with very nicely expressed bitterness. Classical wine. HP - Medium intense yellow gold. Intense lemon peel aromas, light green apple notes with a touch of banana and blond caramel. Almost sweet in the mouth, spicy notes, white chocolate flavors and moderate minerality. Overall well made, but lacks definition and attachment in the mouth. MS - Yellow. Deeply flavored with loads of cracked, black pepper. Stunning example of very fine wine. Super structure and follow through. RD - Brilliant pale yellow. Light stone fruit and mineral bouquet. Full, dry and rich palate, powerful expression overall, wonderful. Rich, golden and mineral. Powerful wine. The Viking spoke !

DL - Pale gold yellow with green sheens. Clean nose, youthful, floral, vegetal, lime and grapefruit notes. Nice, developed mouth, complex, elegant, good balance, long, and persistent. Top Grüner Veltliner. HP - Bright yellow green. Very elegant, lime and lemon aromas, white peach, intense nose, ripe with pineapple and orange zest, persistent. Smooth, very clean, straightforward, long and ripe, well balanced. A beauty ! MS - Yellow. Medium intensity, nice overall. Balanced and clean finish. Tasty and fine. RD - Brilliant yellow green. Intense, petrol and herbaceous nose. Dry and full, crisp and linear palate, long finish. Rich, dry and crisp.

DL - Pale green yellow with luminosity. Elegant and racy nose, nice fruit and minerality. Very good in the mouth, powerful, rich, elegant and fruity with attractive bitterness. Very long. Superb wine. HP - Pale yellow green. Intense grassy aromas, nettle and green peas with passion fruit and ripe apple, quite persistent nose. Smooth and racy palate, intense and unctuous, superb elegance and balance. Fine wine. MS - Yellow. Very herbal with crisp acidity. Nice length. Very pleasant. RD - Vibrant yellow green. Baked pears with herbaceous hint on nose. Dry and rich, full palate with good acidity and lingering ﬁnish. Rich and fruity, balanced with that lingers in the mouth !

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89.2

88.8

88.2

WEINGUT WOLFGANG GROLL

WEINGUT FJ GRITSCH MAURITIUSHOF

WEINGUT PICHLER

WEINGUT JULIUS KLEIN

WEINGUT RABL

Hiesberg (303)

Smaragd Singerriedel 414)

Kollmitz Smaragd (421)

Tethys (428)

Vinum Optimum (277)

AL - Ripe citrus and yellow plum aromas on the nose. Very zesty palate, good grip, nice fruit and long aftertaste.

AL - Spicy and generous nose, tropical fruit and lentils. Good grip on the palate, fresh, quite fat and long. Some spicy notes on the ﬁnish.

AL - The nose shows ripe yellow fruit, some spicy notes. Good structure on the palate, fresh and tangy. Nice fruit and long ﬁnish. Good wine.

AL - Very rich and perfumed nose, almost Viognier-like. Structured and broad palate, yet fresh with long and unctuous ﬁnish.

AL - Generous nose, grapefruit, green lentils and ripe citrus. Full palate, fresh acidity and long, spicy ﬁnish.

DL - Luminous and intense very gold yellow. Fresh nose, herbs, lees, beer aromas and hint of mango. Rich, velvety mouth, nice freshness, good, long, persistent, medium bodied. Structured wine.

DL - Intense luminosity, golden yellow color. Rich nose with attractive bitterness, grass, apple and hay aromas. High bitterness, good freshness, well balanced, attractive minerality in the mouth, good length. Great wine with ﬁne minerality.

DL - Luminous pale yellow green. Rich and mineral with good mature fruit, lime, apricot and nut. Mellow and rich with high alcohol in the mouth, good persistence and long length. Maturity and elegance. Rich Grüner Veltliner.

DL - Golden yellow with green reflections. Nice mature aromas of fruit, apple and lime peel. Attractive mellow taste on the palate, fine hint of acidity, medium body and excellent length. Very best. Top ! HP - Bright yellow gold with green hues. Racy and complex bouquet, dry fruit, ripe apple and pear, hint of apricot and lemon, citrusy notes. Great minerality on the palate, long presence of vivacious acidity, pear and rhubarb flavors with peppery tones, superb finish. MS - Bright yellow. Citrusy and salty. Medium bodied with crisp finish. Pleasant. RD - Brilliant greenish yellow. Recessed, herbal nose, full and intense. Dry and full palate, rich apricot flavors, overall rich and balanced, medium to long finish. Big, rich herbal, well made.

HP - Intense yellow gold. Rich aromas of dry fruit, sweet apple, pineapple and mango, medium intense nose. Smooth, balanced acidity, elegant, lime lemony flavors. MS - Gold. Rich and ripe fruit. Vinified bone dry. Sleek and elegant. Very stylish and dry. RD - Vibrant and golden. Rich, full, ripe apricot nose. Dry and full in the mouth, powerful palate with forward flavors, long finish. Big, powerful wine.

HP - Medium yellow gold. Discreet aromas of tangerine confit, ripe apple with sweet touch. Mineral palate with grapefruit and litchi flavors. MS - Brilliant yellow gold. Apricot nose. Fine mouth with fresh finish. Good body. Delicious and light. RD - Vibrant light gold. Forward and rich, ripe pear nose. Dry and full, ripe fruit palate with lengthy finish. Nice, full and ripe.

HP - Bright yellow green. Light nose expressing mint, wheat, gun ﬂint and bread. Light body, classic and smooth, passion fruit, silky textured and well balanced wine. MS - Light green. Delicate ﬂavor and light acidity. Tasty overall. Delicate. RD - Bright and yellow green. Herbs on lean and alcoholic nose. Dry and medium bodied, fruity and candied palate, medium to soft acidity, medium length. Pleasant and approachable.

DL - Golden straw yellow of good intensity. Rich nose of fruit, mellow expression of aromas, beer notes. Good, rich palate with nice bitterness (beer flavor), good length and full bodied structure. Rich wine ! HP - Light gold yellow. Neutral nose, lacks expressive character, smoky and mineral nose. High acidity, lacks balance, melon and grapefruit notes, short finish. MS - Yellow gold. Super extraction and charm. Deeply flavored with great length. Fine acidity balance. Stunning wine. RD - Brilliant light golden. Rich apple and apricot notes. Dry and full and round in mouth. Clean acidity, long on palate. Big, rich and fruity.

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87.4

87.2

WEINGUT JOSEF FRITZ

WEINGUT ALLRAM

WEINGUT GRABEN GRITSCH

WEINGUT KOLKMANN

WEINGUT PETRA UNGER

Schafberg (288)

Hasel(305)

Smaragd Schön (307)

Perfektion (312)

Kremstal DAC Reserve Gottschelle (300)

AL - Pure and fresh nose, yellow fruit. Spicy palate, good structure and freshness, nice fruit and good length.

AL - Citrus, young fruit and some herbal notes. Quite full palate, citrus, tea and yellow fruit ﬂavors, fresh in mouth, good persistence.

AL - Very luscious nose, ripe fruit, apricot and honey, some minerality, too. Very structured palate, nice ripe fruit, a ﬁne balance and freshness, long aftertaste.

AL - Nice mineral nose, stone fruit and ripe citrus aromas. Good structure, juicy acidity, well balanced palate with nice fruit, fairly long on the ﬁnish.

AL - Quite ripe nose of yellow fruit. Good structure on the palate, some spicy notes, fair length.

DL - Gold yellow with green sheens. Skin of peach, lemon and lees aromas on nose. Rich, round palate of good length, very well balanced with good finish. HP - Bright yellow straw. Jovial lemon aromas, passion fruit, candy and apple on moderately persistent nose. Fresh and vivacious palate with intense minerality, lime on finish, very elegant wine. MS - Yellow. Nice flavors, well built palate. Great gripe and finish. Tasty and fine. RD - Brilliant green yellow. Forward pear and apricot aromas, fresh bouquet. Dry and full, rounded palate, good fresh acidity, long in the mouth, lingering. Classic, well made, inviting wine with good fruit !

DL - Gold green intense yellow. Racy and mineral notes, seems to be a mature bouquet. Good, mature taste in the mouth, flavors of herbs and minerality, good body with nice length. Tastes like mature wine. HP - Pale yellow gold. Delicate straw and hay aromas, light spice on nose. Soft touch and caressing in the mouth, spice and white chocolate, fresh pear and peach, good acidity. MS - Bright yellow. Concentrated flavors with great structure. Nice long finish, very clean on end. Delicious with good power. RD - Bright yellow with green highlights. Herbaceous nose. Dry and full palate, apricot fruit flavors, full bodied, nice acidity, lingers. Good, well made wine.

DL - Very intense, very gold. Rich mature aromas of apricot, very ripe, roasted apple on the nose. Nicely mellow and sensuous on the tongue, rich and powerful with long persistence and length, well balanced wine. The best in a very rich style ! HP - Intense gold yellow. Apricot and honey, ripe fruit nose with mineral notes. Very well structured palate, rich, but nicely balanced, very long finish, however low acidity. MS - Brilliant gold. Super ripe, almost Riesling-like aromatics and flavor. Bid presence, falls short on the end. Great potential. RD - Bright golden. Recessed, fruit forward nose. Dry to off dry palate, rich and unctuous, soft acidity and lengthy finish. Rich, elegant, powerful Grüner Veltliner.

DL - Intense straw yellow with green reflections. Rich, honey, and ripe fruit aromas on the nose. Nice palate, balanced and rich, good bitterness, fine length and bitter finish. Bitterness is manifest.

DL - Golden yellow, intense and luminous. Good apple aromas, pear and hint of minerality on the nose. Nice fruity wine, balanced, easy to enjoy. Excellent wine for discovering the pleasures of Grüner Veltliner.

HP - Pale yellow green. High minerality tones on the nose, flinty, violets, fresh rhubarb. Smooth touch on the palate, elegant acidity, refreshing, racy wine, great, long finish, green pea flavors.

HP - Bright yellow gold. Intense, apricot and pineapple aromas, almost caramel nose with light citrus notes. Fresh and vivacious with minerals, green herbs and mint ﬂavors on the palate.

MS - Yellow. Classic style. Good grip and style. Very ﬁne and tasty.

MS - Pretty yellow with great clarity. Fine ﬂavor, well integrated structure and good ﬁnish. Very tasty.

RD - Bright light gold. Herbal, intense and forward nose with alcoholic tones. Dry to off dry, full and forward palate with rich and ripe ﬂavors, especially apricot, good acidity. Full bodied, plenty of fruit. Powerful wine.

RD - Bright yellow. Herbaceous and forward nose. Dry and clean, medium bodied, balanced palate, clean acidity and medium ﬁnish. Nice balance, freshness on the palate. Pleasant.

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87.2

WEINGUT STEFAN BAUER

WEINGUT LETH

WEINGUT GERHOLD

WEINGUT HÖGL

WEINGUT ZULL

Steinagrund (406)

Scheiben(416)

Zeisleiten (316)

Smaragd (367)

Äußere Bergen (368)

AL - Young and vivid nose, yellow fruit and some spicy notes. Structured palate, ripe fruit, some hints on licorice, broad and long. Nice structure a really full wine.

AL - Very ripe nose, mango and papaya. Quite broad palate, succulent fruit, balanced freshness, some grapefruit on the nose, a rather long aftertaste.

AL - Classical nose, spicy with stone fruit. Fresh palate with some bitter notes, medium length.

AL - Young and zesty nose, citrus and grapefruit. Fresh palate, medium bodied with some citrus bitterness, crispy ﬁnish.

DL - Very intense yellow with green sheens. Rich nose of ripe fruit, apple and pear. Nicely elegant and complex mouth with deep, ﬁne balance. Balanced wine.

DL - Intense gold, green hues. Rich nose with honey, wax and lime aromas. Mellow attack, gentle freshness, good body, rich length. Quite rich.

DL - Golden yellow with green sheens. Subtle, nice Parmigiano nose, hint of herbs. Complex and rich wine, nice mellowness, balanced with the bitterness on a good length palate. Very nice indeed !

AL - Ripe nose, spice and stone fruit, some hints of honey. Good structure on the palate, spicy with grapefruit and green lentils, rather long ﬁnish.

HP - Medium intense yellow green. Ripe fruit with stony character, lime, white peach and green mint notes on the nose. Elegant and ﬁrm mouth, crisp acidity. Solid wine with personality, great length and freshness, lime and lemon on the ﬁnish.

HP - Medium intense yellow gold. Very fresh mineral aromas, rocky and ﬂinty notes, green pea, linden leaf, moderate nose with orange zest. Delicate, supple palate with elegant acidity, quite long and elegant overall. Very nice wine indeed.

DL - Luminous pale yellow. Very complex and fresh nose, attractive hint of fresh herbs, notes of pear. Good mellow attack, nice fruit and well balanced palate in a most pleasant style. Fruity !

DL - Luminous pale green yellow. Fresh citrus nose with nice minerality. Vivid attack supported by CO² presence, good, sweet fruit ﬂavors, well balanced palate, good length. Sweet ﬂavors, an easy and enjoyable wine.

MS - Light gold. Charming, warm nose. Very ripe, but vinified very dry. Great texture and finish. Elegant and fine.

MS - Yellow green. Honeyed fruit. Nice mouth and balance, plenty of pepper on the end. Delicious and ﬁne.

RD - Vibrant light gold. Intense, herbaceous and grassy nose. Dry and rich, caramel tones, balanced acidity, medium to long ﬁnish. Big and rich with caramel notes.

RD - Vibrant light golden. Herbal and lean nose. Dry and light palate, pear ﬂavors, decent acidity, short ﬁnish. Light and lean wine with good aromatics.

HP - Medium intense yellow gold. Ripe apple, pineapple and high lemon notes on nose. Sweet touch of candy in the mouth, blond caramel, medium persistence, elegant acidity in the end. MS - Light gold. Citrus nose. Great ﬂavors, beautifully tied together. Extra refreshing. Delicious and clean. RD - Vibrant and golden. Lean, herbal and grassy. Dry and clean, ripe pear, medium long ﬁnish. Nice and refreshing.

HP - Medium intense yellow gold. Rich, intense minerality with steely, gun flint notes, aromas of fresh rhubarb and ripe apricot. Generous palate, rich and unctuous with nice acidity. Elegant and mineral. Great bottle, an example for the others ! MS - Pretty yellow gold. Fine flavors on tight frame. Plenty of pepper at finish. Light and pleasant. RD - Vibrant light gold. Forward, pear and apricot aromas. Baked apples. Dry and rich palate, good acidity, lengthy finish. Big wine.

HP - Bright yellow green. Delicate floral aromas with passion fruit, litchi and hint of rose petals on the nose. Very elegant palate, fresh acidity, good balance, moderate finish, delicate, white pepper flavors. Well made. MS - Pale green. Herbal nose. Delicate flavor, nice grip. Light and correct. RD - Bright light green yellow. Herbal and minty notes on mineral nose. Dry and forward, intense palate, good acidity and long finish. Herbal and fruity, full and intense.

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86.6

WEINGUT R & A PFAFFL

WEINGUT KARL STIERSCHNEIDERKARTÄUSERHOF

WEINGUT BIRGIT EICHINGER

WEINGUT HÖGL

WEINGUT GERALD UND ANDREA DIEM

Goldjoch (355)

Smaragd (377)

Gaisberg (415)

Smaragd Fassprobe (297)

Weinviertel DAC Nußberg (329)

AL - Very deep color. Rich nose, quite tropical. Full bodied with ripe fruit and spice in the mouth, fresh, ﬁrm structure and long persistence. Good potential.

AL - Very ripe nose, yellow fruit and minerality. Good grip on the palate, crispy with mineral and ﬁrm structure, long ﬁnish.

AL - Aromatic and ripe with stone fruit. Good structure on the palate, yellow fruit and some spicy notes, good freshness, long ﬁnish. Well balanced.

AL - Ripe and quite tropical fruit aromas on the nose. Creamy palate with very good structure, unctuous in the mouth with crisp acidity, a long and spicy ﬁnish.

AL - Classical nose of spice and grapefruit. Rich palate with ripe fruit and juicy acidity, fresh and quite long aftertaste.

DL - Pale gold with green hint. Very pronounced nose of ripe fruit, apricot and roasted apple. Rich mouth, powerful and generous, too much alcohol. High alcohol.

DL - Very intense gold yellow with green sheens. Open nose of fermented apple (cider like) and pear. Rich in the mouth, nice mellowness, dominated by bitterness, hard ﬁnish. Not to my taste.

DL - Medium intense pale green yellow. Not really developed nose, but elegantly expressed fresh fruit aromas. Vivid attack, good fruit that provides the impression of mellowness, good length and well balanced wine. Fruity !

HP - Bright yellow green. Discreet, sweet apple aromas, bananas and light mineral nose. Smooth, delicate ﬂoral aromas with lemon and citrus notes on a very elegant palate. Finishing just a touch too sweet.

HP - Pale yellow green. Medium, intense pear and apple aromas. Short persistence. Crisp acidity, very vivacious, mineral palate with white ﬂower notes, moderate persistence but well balanced.

MS - Brilliant yellow gold. Bold bouquet. Huge palate, very concentrated and long. Fine acidity to ﬁnish. Very ﬁne and very well made wine.

MS - Yellow. Great ﬂavors, well knit, good acidity rush on ﬁnish. Made for food.

DL - Very bright and intense green yellow. Intense nose of peach, apricot, ripe pear, complex bouquet. Good structure, balanced, palate dominated by mellowness, well constructed body. Well done ! HP - Yellow gold with green hues. Very ripe aromas of pineapple, almost roasted, intense smoky character, high minerality. Generous and rich palate, relatively good acidity. Lacks finesse and length. MS - Yellow to gold. Flavors nicely defined. Precise balance of components. Laser sharp. RD - Brilliant and intense green yellow. Slightly recessed and elegant nose with fresh pear aromas. Dry and mineral palate, nice acidity, balanced wine with short finish. Good, sound wine making.

DL - Intense very bright gold yellow. Complex and rich nose of fruit, ripe apple and pear. Good fruity palate, intense mellowness supported by crispy freshness, good bitterness which provides medium body with long lengthy persistence. Very ﬁne wine ! HP - Very bright, intense yellow gold, green hues. Extracted aromas of apricot, passion fruit and pineapple, zest of lemon on quite long nose. Generous palate, rich texture, moderate acidity, quite long on end. Overall elegance. MS - Yellow gold. Honeyed bouquet. Nice ﬂavors, a touch too much acidity on the back end. Light and tart. RD - Vibrant light gold. Ripe pear and rich aromatic nose. Dry and full bodied palate, round, clean acidity, medium to long in the mouth. Nicely made, rich wine.

HP - Medium intense yellow gold. Very fresh, mineral, peppery nose with light melon and mango notes. Good presence in the mouth, ripe fruit and sweet apple, blond caramel, nice fresh acidity, moderate finish. Mineral notes in the end, nicely flinty. MS - Light gold. Clean, medium sized. Good flavors, well knit. Clean and fresh. RD - Golden vibrant. Full, fruity, apricot, crème brûlée nose. Dry and full, powerhouse palate, good acidity, medium to long. Well made and rich.

RD - Bright to vibrant light golden. Citrusy and mineral nose. Dry, baked apple palate, soft acidity, short. Big and fruity, short on ﬁnish.

RD - Vibrant deep yellow. Recessed, rich and intense, mineral bouquet. Dry, powerful and complex palate, layers of ﬂavors with long ﬁnish. Big, powerful, fruity and mineral wine.

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86.2

WEINGUT HEBENSTREIT

WEINGUT PRECHTL

WEINGUT FRANZ ETZ

WEINGUT JURTSCHITSCH – SONNHOF

WEINGUT SCHLOSS GOBELSBURG

Weinviertel DAC Fuchsenberg (323)

Weinviertel DAC Längen (324)

Galgenberg (327)

Käferberg (410)

Gobelsburger Steinsetz (279)

AL - Nice purity on the nose, mineral, citrus and stone fruit aromas. Very crispy palate, zesty with grapefruit and a mineral aftertaste.

AL - The nose is on the ﬂoral side, young fruit, pear and apple aromas. Medium bodied palate, fresh, quite short ﬁnish.

AL - Very deep color for a young wine. Intense nose of grapefruit, apricot and yellow plum. Very full palate, nice fruit and structure, fresh and zesty with a long aftertaste.

AL - Quite stony nose, creamy with ripe yellow fruit. Full palate, rich and ripe, yet with good freshness, a gentle touch of oak. Very long ﬁnish. Unctuous and ripe.

AL - Young fruit on the nose, pear and grapefruit, some minerality, too. Very nice structure, ripe and high freshness on the palate, excellent fruit and very long ﬁnish.

DL - Intense luminous gold yellow. Complex, mature, ripe fruit bouquet with apple and ﬁne minerality. Good juicy palate, complex with good body and very nice length and balance, good maturity. Perfect style of a mature wine.

DL - Golden yellow with green reﬂections. Rich, mature aromas of minerals, lees, coconut, mango and a hint of vanilla. Fresh mouth feel, velvety structure, medium body, crispy ﬁnish. That’s round !!

DL - Green yellow with presence of tiny bubbles and very intense color expression. Green aromas of herb, lees and white beer. Nice, light structure, good acidity, but too bitter in mouth. Not to my taste.

HP - Bright light yellow gold. Nose of rubbed gum, mineral, but without elegance, trace of elegant wood, light vanilla. Great in the mouth, good balance between body, texture and acidity, lime lemony ﬂavors, fresh apple, slight note of candy. Too smooth, atypical, but nicely made with oak.

HP - Pale yellow gold. Intense mineral aromas with rhubarb and green apple, fresh pear on the nose, moderate length. Superb vivacious acidity, brings plenty of freshness and supports the mineral peppery notes.

DL - Luminous green gold of good intensity. Stylish nose with minerality, lime and complexity. Complex palate, deep and long and balanced with crispy finish. Very nicely balanced wine. HP - Bright yellow gold. Intense lemon aromas with minerality, oyster shell and some floral scent developing on the nose. Low expression on palate, short finish. MS - Yellow. Round flavors, nicely integrated, smooth and clean. Very tasty. RD - Vibrant deep yellow. Lively stone fruit aromas with minerality bouquet. Dry and clear and crisp palate with baked pear flavors, clean acidity, nice finish. Mineral and fruity flavors with refreshing acidity.

DL - Star bright, pale gold with green hints. Delicate nose with mint, aniseed and lemon aromas. Nice mellowness, good bitterness giving good length, supported by a crisp finish. Good and classic. HP - Very pale yellow straw. High mineral presence on nose, white pepper, light spice with touch of violets, steely character. Generous volume in the mouth, rich apple and pear, evolving into mineral flavors, fresh acidity. Light body. MS - Yellow. Delicious fruit, perfect intensity, clean, dry finish. Very fine wine. RD - Brilliant yellow. Refreshingly fruity with ripe pear bouquet. Dry palate, balanced acidity, lingering finish. Ripe pear, body and balance in a wine with flavors that linger on the tongue.

HP - Intense yellow gold. Overripe apricot, banana and roasted pineapple aromas. Lack elegance and freshness, low flavor profile in the mouth, soft finish. MS - Bright yellow. Bid, deep flavors, large structure with bracing acidity. Very fine example. RD - Vibrant golden color. Elegant, rich nose, tempered and hint of alcohol. Dry and full bodied, balanced palate and lingering finish. Big, full bodied, well made and well balanced wine.

MS - Light gold. Clean fruit. Crisp ﬁnish. Medium body. Pleasant. RD - Bright light gold. Rich vegetal nose. Dry and fruity, full bodied, ripe fruit, candied fruit tones, good acidity, short ﬁnish. Big, but unctuous.

MS - Pale yellow, great clarity. Nice ﬂavors, slightly under powered, tingling acidity. Pleasant wine. RD - Bright light yellow. Ripe pear and apricot on forward nose. Dry and fruity palate, clean, balanced acidity, lingering citrus ﬁnish. Big and fruity, clean and lingering.

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86.2

WEINGUT REINBERGER

WEINGUT & GÄSTEZIMMER HERBERT ZILLINGER

WEINGUT RUDOLF HOFMANN

WEINGUT KONRAD

WEINGUT LAGLER

Rose Grün (298)

Weintalried (309)

Traisental DAC Reserve (318)

Smaragd Lobenberg (417)

Steinborz Smaragd (306)

AL - Spicy nose, pineapple and grapefruit. Good structure, fresh and fruity palate with quite long ﬁnish.

AL - Elegant nose of minerality and ripe stone fruit. Slightly sweet palate, medium freshness, spicy ﬁnish.

AL - Quite closed nose, citrus notes. Firm palate, fresh with hints of herb, medium length.

DL - Rich green golden color, intense and luminous. Nice delicate herb aromas with hint of citrus. Rich mellowness on the palate, good freshness, ripe ﬁnish and good body. Rich and fresh.

DL - Very intense golden with green reﬂections. Ripe fruit, apple and quince nose. Rich and deep palate, good structure, long persistent length, attractive bitterness. Bitterness is so well expressed and improves this nice wine.

AL - Young and pure nose, citrus and ﬂoral notes. The palate is ﬁrm with great freshness, some mineral notes. Nice length.

AL - Very ripe nose of tropical fruit. Rich and unctuous palate, slightly alcoholic, medium acidity, long ﬁnish. Very rich, still young wine.

HP - Very bright yellow green. Fresh, apricot aromas with passion fruit on nose. Unctuous, generous and racy wine with elegant acidity, long persistence, but finishes on overripe fruit. MS - Yellow. Fine flavors in a medium bodied package. Good length, raw acidity at the end. Good with food. RD - Bright yellow. Recessed pear aromas, elegant bouquet. Dry palate, fruit “confit” flavors, clean acidity, lingers on. Dry dessert in a glass. Pleasant experience !

HP - Intense yellow gold. Intense, ripe bouquet of apple and pineapple, persistent with hint of spice. Ripe and smooth palate, moderate acidity, short finish, lacks elegance. MS - Bright yellow. Good extraction and length. Nice overall balance. RD - Bright light gold. Light aromatics, musty and alcoholic tones. Dry palate, stone fruit flavors, soft acidity, refreshing and long finish. Lean, elegant wine with long finish.

DL - Pale yellow with green hints. Closed nose of ongoing fermentation aromas. Nice palate, mellow and fresh, long length, well balanced. Easy drinking, but really good. HP - Very pale yellow green. Low, lemon and citrus aromas, light minerality on the nose. Smooth palate, discreet acidity, ripe, green apple and passion fruit, elegant wine with moderate finish. MS - Pale green. Pretty fruit with creamy texture. Finely integrated acidity. Delicate and delicious. RD - Clear light yellow. Herbal and straightforward bouquet. Dry and fruity palate, candied fruit flavors, soft acidity, short finish. Pleasant, easy drinking wine, if a touch short.

DL - Pale green yellow with tiny bubbles. Subtle nose with attractive minerality, nutty and ripe fruit aromas. Superb mouth, rich and full, deep and complex. My favorite ! HP - Bright and light yellow green. High stoniness, plumy aromas with blond caramel. Flavors of stone fruit with steely notes in the finish, generous proportions, moderate acidity. Lacks finesse. MS - Light yellow. Clean sweet fruit. Great dry finish with a tingle. Impressive and fine. RD - Vibrant yellow. Vegetal and alcoholic and no fruit. Dry and fruity, candied notes, good acidity, short finish. Nose problematic.

DL - Very intense gold green. Open nose with hint of fermentation aromas, apple and beer notes. Very vegetal taste of beer, with bitterness sensation. Not my style. HP - Very gold color, almost tinted gold. Overripe aromas on nose, dried apricot, smoked almonds, short persistence. Unctuous, generous palate with great acidity, racy and flowing, short finish. MS - Brilliant gold. Huge mouth filling flavors with large style structure, very long end. Very stylish wine. Huge wine with great style. RD - Bright golden color. Forward, mineral nose. Dry and full, rich on the palate, nice acidity, short to medium finish. Beautiful color, rich palate.

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85.6

WEINGUT SCHMID

WEINGUT GSCHWEICHER

WINZERHOF FAMILIE DOCKNER

WEINGUT WEINWURM

WEINGUT MAURER LEO

Reserve (394)

Galgenberg (402)

Kremstal DAC Reserve Gudrun (444)

Weinviertel DAC Ried Schilling (293)

Weinviertel DAC (302)

AL - Quite ripe nose, yellow fruit and spice. Rich palate, well built with stone fruit, some mineral notes, fresh with good length.

AL - Citrusy nose, grapefruit and lemon peel. Good grip on the palate, very fresh with good length. Nice, zesty and refreshing.

AL - Quite light nose, citrus and young fruit. Fresh and spicy palate, some citrus bitterness, medium length.

AL - Pure nose, minerality and stone fruit. Clean and fresh palate, nicely textured, with long, fresh ﬁnish.

DL - Luminous pale gold green. Medium pronounced plentiful citrus on the nose, fresh herbs. Good balance, nice freshness, agreeable bitterness, straightforward wine, but classic. Typical Grüner Veltliner.

DL - Very bright pale green yellow. Elegant nose of lime, touch of gooseberry and green apple. Round attack, good mellowness, fresh and crispy acidity, long, persistent length with a gentle bitter ﬁnish. Hurray !

AL - Very perfumed nose, tropical fruit and yoghurt. Full palate, rich, but balanced and creamy with ripe fruit, long ﬁnish with some touches of oak. Not typical, but rather enjoyable.

DL - Pale green yellow, very ﬁzzy. Aniseed, touch of mint, lemon nose. Nice elegant palate, good balance between acidity and fruit, good length. Well fruited, good wine.

DL - Gold yellow, intense and luminous. Delicate and racy nose with apple, lime and attractive bitterness aromas. Smooth and balanced palate with ﬁne acidity, well made. Crisp wine.

HP - Bright yellow gold. Discreet nose, expressing green herbs, lemon and fresh banana. Fresh mouth, crisp acidity, ripe mango ﬂavor, short ﬁnish.

HP - Bright light yellow green. Intense passion fruit aromas with apricot and mango, slight touch of flintiness. Smooth taste character, almost flabby, light finish. Somehow lacks personality.

MS - Green highlights. Light and fragile. Peppery acidity. Dainty and dry. RD - Brilliant light gold. Recessed, mineral nose. Dry mouth with ripe fruit, apricot, rich palate, good acidity, lengthy ﬁnish. Big, powerful, rich and elegant.

MS - Light gold. Forward nose. Nice ﬂavors, well balanced, gentle ﬁnish. Elegant and well made. RD - Vibrant light gold. Forward nose, lanolin. Dry to off dry, soft acidity, medium length. Heavy and rich.

DL - Very intense straw yellow. Pleasant nose with apricot, peach. Rich and ripe fruit bouquet. Rich and mellow mouth, low acidity, very ripe fruit flavors (like Viognier), note of malolactic fermentation, rich body and good length. Rich and a touch too soft, but good. HP - Light gold copper. Passion fruit, mango, quite intense nose, almost overripe apricot, lacks quality and finesse. Smooth mouth feel, low acidity, slight oak notes, touch of spice. MS - Great golden hue. Ripeness on the nose. Rich fruit balanced with the acidity freshness, races to the finishing line. Attractive and dry.

HP - Very pale yellow green. Fresh, white mint aromas, herbaceous nose with hay and wheat, touch of lemon, moderate length. Light on the palate, moderate acidity, sweet fruit, lacks elegance. MS - Yellow green, sparkling clarity. Great ﬂavors with lovely grip. Very stylish wine. Fine and tasty. RD - Vibrant light yellow green. Light, refreshing, stone fruit aromas on the nose. Dry and lean, elegant, crisp and clean acidity, balanced palate with short ﬁnish. Well made, elegant wine.

HP - Bright yellow gold. Dry fruit nose, almond, nutty aromas, almost toasted bread, hint of minerality on the nose. Great crisp attack, flinty palate with grapefruit flavors, good balance and character. MS - Pale yellow. Medium body and flavor. Uncomplicated, but pleasant wine. RD - Clear light yellow. Lean and mineral nose. Dry palate with good apricot fruit flavors, soft and clean acidity, medium end. Nicely made, pleasant style.

RD - Bright deep yellow. Mineral nose. Dry and fruity, soft tannins and ﬂabby, medium length. Full and ﬂabby.

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85.4

WEINGUT MAURER LEO

WEINGUT KELLNER

WEINGUT WEINRIEDER

WEINGUT PETRA UNGER

WEINGUT JOSEF BAUER

Ried Himmelreich (397)

Weinviertel DAC Premium (405)

Schneiderberg (380)

Kremstal DAC Alte Reben Oberfeld (385)

Alte Reben (403)

AL - Young fruit, yellow plum, mango on the nose. Some sweetness on the taste, a touch of bitterness on the aftertaste.

AL - Quite ripe nose, stone fruit and some mineral notes. Good structure on the pale, fresh with good length.

AL - Young and ﬂoral nose, green apple. Spicy palate, full, fresh and quite long ﬁnish.

DL - Star bright pale green. Fresh aromas of mango, pineapple and banana. Good, fresh attack, vivid freshness and bitterness that provide a medium body and a good length. Bitter ﬁnish, but typical.

DL - Pale straw yellow with green sheens. Rich, pronounced nose with ripe fruit, quince and lime with minerality. Round and pleasant mouth, all the elements are complex. Deep structure and long, persistent length. Mineral wine.

AL - Young and fresh nose, stone fruit and grapefruit. Medium bodied, fruity and accessible palate, balanced acidity and fair length.

AL - Young and fruity, white fruit, some ﬂoral notes. Medium bodied, lacks some freshness, grapefruit on palate, medium long.

HP - Yellow green. Nose of toasted pineapple, banana and mango. Elegant and ripe in the mouth, candy and ripe apple flavors, quite long finish. MS - Light gold. Yellow fruit. Light in flavor with acidity punch at the end. Too tart for me. RD - Vibrant yellow. Forward and herbal. Dry and big bodied. Fruity with pear, apricot and banana, good acidity, long on the palate. Big and powerful.

HP - Pale yellow green. Hint of mineral tones, violets ﬂavors, slightly smoky nose. Low personality in mouth, lacks elegance. MS - Light yellow. Medium bodied with nice structure. Riesling-like nose. Clean and crisp end. Nicely made and very crisp. RD - Bright light yellow. Clean, herbaceous and elegant nose. Dry, fruity and full, nice acidity, medium ﬁnish. Full and friendly.

DL - Nicely bright pale green yellow. Elegant and stylish nose with flowers and fresh fruit aromas. Nice fruity palate, velvety balanced, medium bodied, good and pleasant length. Pleasant and fruity. HP - Pale yellow green. Fresh aromas of rocks and minerals, oyster shells with hints of fresh pear and passion fruit on the nose. Tender and soft mouth feel, moderate acidity, short finish. Elegant wine. MS - Green gold. Delicate and fine. Very feminine style, gentle to the end. Delicious and refreshing. RD - Vibrant light yellow. Recessed, herbal, inviting nose. Dry, full and elegant palate, good acidity, short to medium finish. Pleasant. Good aperitif or starter course wine.

DL - Brilliant pale yellow silver sheens. Sulfite notes, weak nose, herb aromas. Good, fresh palate, balanced and mellow, which brings the attractive fruit flavor to fore, good length. Fruited wine. HP - Bright yellow gold green hues. Very lemony lime nose with peach and white mint. Fresh and elegant palate, medium body, moderate persistence, mineral touch and light peppery hint. Very nice wine. MS - Yellow. Fine nose. Nicely made. Short end. Tasty and light. RD - Bright to vibrant light green yellow. Herbal and forward nose. Dry and rich on the palate, herbal flavors, lingering in the mouth. Herbal, full and lingering.

DL - Luminous pale straw yellow. Fresh and fruity nose, where lime, mango and passion fruit are present. Nice, velvety mouth, fresh acidity, medium bodied wine. Nice perfume and flavor, good length. Top, fruity Grüner Veltliner. HP - Bright yellow green. Elegant aromas of lemon, white flowers, fresh rhubarb. Light texture in the mouth, well balanced, but discreet flavors, short finish, but good minerality. MS - Yellow. Lovely melon nose. Medium body with suave texture. Clean and crisp end. Tasty and clean. RD - Bright light yellow. Ripe fruit and alcohol nose. Dry and full, herbal and ripe fruit flavors, good acidity, medium finish. Good body, round and aromatic, powerhouse.

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85.4

85.2

WEINGUT HUBER

WEINGUT SOMMER

WEINGUT MAURER LEO

WEINGUT EMIL BAUER

WEINGUT STEINSCHADEN ERWIN

Traisental DAC Berg (434)

Bergweingarten M (280)

Urkristall (299)

Alte Reben (311)

Alte Reben (319)

AL - Fresh nose, white pear and litchi. Good freshness and grip, some spicy notes on the ﬁnish.

AL - Fresh and ﬂoral nose. Chewy palate with grapefruit and citrus, fresh ﬁnish.

AL - Very pure nose, minerals and stone fruit. The palate is crisp, linear with an elegant ﬁnish. Nice purity.

AL - Young nose showing citrus and white fruit. Medium bodied with grapefruit and good freshness, fair length.

AL - Some CO² noticeable, young fruit, white pear. Quite rich palate, fresh, nice fruit, quite long.

DL - Gold yellow with silver reflections. Fresh nose, floral and lemony aromas. Vivid attack, crispy sensation dominates, hard finish, not really much length. Vivid wine.

DL - Very luminous pale green yellow. Delicate green apple aromas with a hint of lemon. Smooth and elegant, fruity palate, the wine seduces by its singularity and its aromatic class. Aromatic !

DL - Straw yellow with green reﬂections. Subtle nose with lees and herb aromas. Round and velvety in the mouth, good fruit, well balanced, good length. Very nice indeed !

DL - Pale yellow green. Fresh aromas of lime, green apple and quince. Very fruity mouth, velvety structure, delicate and good flavors, pleasant body, good length. Fine and fruity Grüner Veltliner. HP - Pale yellow green. Delicate aromas of litchi, passion fruit, lime and white peach. Great presence in the mouth, elegant, balanced and long. Superb! MS - Light gold. Mildly flavored, quite dry, short finish. Light and dry. RD - Clear light lemony yellow. Clean and citrusy nose. Dry to medium dry, clean acidity, candied notes, short to medium finish. OK wine.

DL - Straw yellow with green sheens. Very elegant bouquet, mineral and lemony notes, developed and ripe overall. Racy, elegant, easy palate with nice mellowness and good length. Fruity wine. HP - Pale yellow green. Elegant, gooseberry and red berry fruit aromas, delicately floral and peachy nose. Smooth, racy and well balanced palate with great flavors of apple, superb finish. MS - Pale yellow green. Good varietal character. Fine length and crispness. Refreshing and light. RD - Bright yellow. Light and straightforward nose with pear and fruit aromas. Dry and fruity palate with good acidity, short finish. Balanced, uncomplicated and pleasant wine.

HP - Bright yellow gold. Elegant nose, not too intense, but pure, racy and floral with light minerality. Too sweet on the palate, generous but lacks acidity, ripe apricot flavors. MS - Pale yellow. Medium bodied with crisp acidity. Pleasant overall. RD - Bright pale yellow. Light and vegetal nose with hint of stony aromas. Dry, lighter bodied, fruity palate, medium finish. Fruity with a hint of vegetal aroma.

HP - Medium yellow straw. Discreet and delicate straw aromas with grapefruit and litchi nose with hint of peach. Unctuous, smooth palate with silky acidity, great minerality in the finish, sweet fruit in the middle, good, fresh balance. MS - Pale. Nice yellow fruit flavors, good balance and freshness. Pleasant and effective wine. RD - Clear pale yellow. Light, herbal and lean bouquet. Dry and light bodied palate with clean acidity and simple structure, short finish. Light and simple.

HP - Medium yellow green, some CO². Delicate floral aromas with green mint and apple on the nose. Delicate palate, hint of sweetness, candy, lime and citrus flavors, relatively short finish. MS - Yellow green. Light flavors. Tingling acidity. Very crisp. Pleasant with harsh ending. RD - Bright deep yellow green. Intense aromatic of herb and ripe fruit. Dry palate with ripe apricot flavors, full bodied, nice acidity, medium finish. Nice fruit and body, pleasant and rich.

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85.2

WEINGUT MAURER LEO

WEINGUT MEINHARD FORSTREITER

WEINHOF EDLINGER

WEINGUT GSCHWEICHER

WEINGUT LUDWIG GRUBER

Weinviertel DAC Stoitzenberg (376)

Kremstal DAC Tabor (420)

Lössjuwel (287)

Weinviertel DAC Klassik (290)

Weinviertel DAC Ried Sätzen (321)

AL - Young fruit and some herbal notes on the nose. Very fresh palate, crisp acidity and long, ﬁrm ﬁnish with a good mineral character.

AL - Nice purity on the nose, minerality and stone fruit. Rich and ripe palate, yet very fresh, good structure and length. Great structure.

AL - Young and vivid nose, citrus and white fruit aromas. The palate is on the lighter side, crispy with medium length.

AL - Fresh nose, young white fruit and citrus. Medium bodied palate, good freshness, some spicy notes on the ﬁnish.

AL - Pure nose, citrus and stone fruit. Fresh and crispy palate, nice balance and length.

DL - Pale green yellow with tiny bubbles. Closed nose of lees and sulﬁtes. Good crispy attack, rich mellowness, hint of bitterness, good medium body, long length. Typical Grüner Veltliner.

DL - Very bright pale golden green. Subtle nose of grass, lime and lemon peel. Gentle body, a hint of mellowness supported by vivid CO² in the mouth. Simple structure.

DL - Pale straw yellow with luminosity. Rather subtle nose, hint of grapefruit and lime, mineral touch. Simple, juicy, well made palate, not really long, citrus ﬂavored ﬁnish. Simplicity.

DL - Pale green yellow of good intensity. Nicely elegant nose with aromas of lime peel and fresh apple. Good balanced palate, mellowness dominating, supported by nice, ﬁzzy mouth feel. Good wine.

DL - Luminous and intense golden green. Fermentation aromas on closed nose with hints of minerality. Crisp and fresh palate with good bitterness, but hard and vivid ﬁnish. Vivid wine.

HP - Very bright yellow gold. Intense passion fruit and apricot aromas on the nose, ripe fresh pineapple. Rich presence of fruit on the palate, lemon and melon ﬂavors, but ﬂabby structure.

HP - Pale yellow gold. Intense minerality, stony and ﬂinty bouquet with light rhubarb aromas, green apple tones. Great vivacity in the mouth, fresh pear and apple ﬂavors, minerality and grapefruit;

MS - Yellow green. Sparkling clarity. Fine ﬂavors and balance. Good punch at the end. Well made. Delicious and satisfying.

MS - Pretty yellow. Nicely balanced, crisp ﬁnish. Clean and direct. Pleasant wine.

HP - Pale yellow green. Fresh aromas of mineral, fruit mint, white pepper. Typical bouquet, not too intense though, but more elegant ! Very smooth palate, lemon flavors, acidity lacks freshness backbone, short finish. MS - Very pale. Delicate structure, fine flavors, good grip at end. Delicate and fine. RD - Bright light yellow. Recessed, mineral nose. Dry and light bodied palate, balanced, crisp and clean, medium finish. Pleasant and clean.

HP - Yellow green. Intense aromas of roasted banana, pineapple with lime zest. Delicate acidity touch, caressing the palate, elegant flavors, very floral in the end, hint of minerality. Well made and very feminine. MS - Light gold. Clean and elegant flavors with great grip. Medium body. Pleasant and clean. RD - Bright light gold. Herbaceous and forward, clean nose. Dry and ripe, stone fruit. Short finish. Decent and pleasant.

HP - Pale yellow green. Agreeable lemon, grapefruit and litchi aromas, short bouquet. Fresh touch of acidity, caressing, light body, but well balanced with hints of minerality, lively in the end. MS - Very pale. Medium body and extractions. Delicate and crisp. Very pleasant. RD - Bright to vibrant green yellow. Herbal, crisp and lean bouquet. Dry and light bodied palate, balanced acidity and lingering ﬁnish. Clean, refreshing and long in the mouth.

RD - Bright light yellow green. Bright, herbal and mineral bouquet. Dry to off dry palate, clean and crisp acidity, short to medium ﬁnish. Full bodied, herbal off-dry and clean.

RD - Vibrant light golden color with greenish hue. Ripe pears on forward, approachable attractive, uncomplicated bouquet. Dry and clean palate, fresh ﬂavors, crisp acidity, medium ﬁnish. Good balance, nice fruit, straightforward, dry and clean.

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84.8

WEINGUT MAUSER

WEINGUT LAGLER

WEINGUT BUCHEGGER

WINZERHOF STIFT

WINZER KREMS

Weinviertel DAC (328)

Elisabeth Selection (395)

Kremstal DAC Pfarrweingarten (426)

Ried Galgenberg (294)

Edition Chremisa (353)

AL - Young fruit, green apple. Light and fresh palate, pleasant with spicy ﬁnish.

AL - Young and pure nose, lemon peel and grapefruit. Medium bodied palate with attractive fruit and juicy acidity, nice length.

AL - Quite light nose, citrus and some minerality. Nice fruit and good structure on fresh, quite long palate.

AL - Nice purity on the nose, citrus and grapefruit. Good grip on the palate, minerality and ripe fruit, crispy acidity and ﬁrm, long ﬁnish.

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DL - Luminous pale gold yellow. Subtle nose with minerality, hint of apple and fresh lemon. Well made palate, delicate, but with good length and overall fruity. Good and classic Grüner Veltliner.

AL - Very ripe and creamy nose, yellow fruit, wax and honey. Rich and juicy palate, opulent with sweet fruit and some bitterness, long ﬁnish. DL - Luminous and intense golden green. Beer aromas, lees, yeasty and hay nose. Nice complex mouth, well balanced, nice body, good length but hint of bitterness. Bitter.

DL - Pale yellow with green reﬂections and numerous bubbles. Complex and elegant nose with ripe fruit, roasted apple and pear. Nice, mature structure, good bitter taste, fresh acidity, medium body, short length. Fresh.

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HP - Very bright yellow green. Delicate straw with litchi aromas, white peach and fresh lemon. Delicate and soft in the mouth, caressing acidity, very elegant, feminine wine. MS - Pale green. Clean and fresh. Acidity kicks at the end. Light and tart. RD - Clear light yellow. Lean and herbaceous nose. Dry, uncomplicated palate of pear and fruit ﬂavors with nice acidity and short ﬁnish. Light, refreshing and straightforward.

HP - Intense gold yellow. Delicate nose of dry fruit, almond, light nuttiness, relatively short. Full bodied, high expression of spice, yeasty finish. Lacks finesse. MS - Rich gold. Beautifully dry. Great presence, nicely textured. Peppery and crisp finish. Very impressive, dry example. RD - Brilliant golden. Herbal and petrol nose. Dry to off dry. Rich and unctuous, nice palate. Powerhouse, lingers on. Powerful and rich. In your face !!

HP - Pale yellow green. Very floral aromas with a touch of spice, sweet vanilla, light minerality and fresh mint on the nose. Smooth palate with delicate acidity, generous, well balanced wine. Good quality, oak well integrated. MS - Pale green. Delicately flavored with crispness. Short finish. Pleasant but light. RD - Bright yellow. Ripe apricot nose. Dry and fruity, ripe palate, full bodied, baked apple and long finish. Good, full, fruity and ripe with lingering notes.

DL - Intense green yellow, tiny bubbles. Racy nose, but not intense, notes of fresh fruit. Good body, a touch citric, not really rich, but with good length. OK. HP - Very pale yellow green. High minerality, flinty, grapefruit on intense bouquet. Sweet flavors of apricot, passion fruit on palate of moderate length with touch of lime on finish. MS - Yellow green. Lightly built and flavored. Slight wine. RD - Brilliant light yellow. Lean and recessed, herbal nose. Dry and crisp, well fruited palate, apricot flavors, medium finish. Clean, refreshing, elegant and balanced.

DL - Very luminous tiny bubbles against green yellow color. Elegant nose, hint of bitterness, lime peel and apple. Fresh attack, good mellowness, nice hint of bitterness, medium body in mouth. How to balance bitterness ! Fine wine. HP - Pale yellow green. Discreet, floral aromas, white flowers, fresh mint, steely mineral tones, fresh rhubarb nose. Exciting acidity, very fine minerality, herbal touch, moderate finish, note of green tea. MS - Yellow. Light weight. Very crisp and mineral. Sharply focused. RD - Vibrant green yellow. Recessed, elegant, alcoholic nose. Dry, stone fruit palate, good minerality and acidity, short to medium. Well made, nicely balanced and pleasant.

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84.8

84.6

84.4

WEINGUT KARL STIERSCHNEIDERKARTÄUSERHOF

WEINGUT FRITZ SALOMON GUT OBERSTOCKSTALL

WEINGUT LETH

WEINGUT THOMAS HERNDLER

WEINGUT JURTSCHITSCH – SONNHOF

Ultimo (443)

Maulbeerpark (285)

Brunnthal (364)

Alte Reben (396)

Loiserberg (278)

AL - Spicy nose with tropical fruit. Good bite on the palate, fresh and fruity with long ﬁnish. Good bite and spice.

AL - Very ripe and forward nose, yellow fruits and some yeasty notes as well. Very unctuous palate, ripe acidity and good, spicy length.

AL - Ripe nose, yellow fruit, some honeyed notes. Very broad palate, luscious fruit, yet with good freshness, pleasant ﬂavors with a long aftertaste.

AL - Fresh nose of citrus and wet stones. Good acidity on the palate, medium bodied, some spicy notes on the ﬁnish.

AL - Quite light nose, ripe apple aromas. The palate is quite full, ripe acidity and pleasant citrus bitterness, rather long ﬁnish.

DL - Golden yellow with green reﬂections, very ﬁzzy appearance. Rich nose of ripe fruit and lees notes, cider apple and pear aromas.

DL - Intense green yellow. Fresh nose of fruit peel, lime and lemon, notes of grapefruit. Good mellow attack, nice body, not really complex, but well made. Quite nice !

DL - Intense golden green yellow. Really developed and complex nose, apple, apricot and lemon aromas. Nice, elegant attack, well balanced, nice freshness, good length. Delicate wine. HP - Bright and clear yellow gold with green hues. Lovely aromas of lemon with kiwi and pineapple. Nice approach, I like the bouquet, lemon, litchi and peach flavors, good fresh acidity. MS - Light gold. Medium flavor. Light structure. No impression. RD - Brilliant greenish gold. Herbal, approachable and mineral nose. Dry and full, apricot notes, good acidity, crisp with medium long finish. Full and rich, well made, approachable wine.

HP - Pale yellow gold. Slightly cloudy. Neutral, ripe apricot nose, lacking elegance. Intense and generous approach in mouth with lemon, grapefruit and pineapple flavors, moderate acidity and high alcohol. MS - Yellow. Medium flavored, slightly shallow structure. Pleasant but light. RD - Bright light golden. Baked apple bouquet. Dry and fresh palate with pear and ripe apple flavor, a little tartness of medium long finish. Attractive wine with layered aromas.

HP - Bright yellow green. Intense, ripe apple and pineapple nose with nice persistence. Mouth filling with ripe stone fruit flavors, moderate acidity, sweet candy finish, peppery finish. Could gain more elegance. MS - Yellow. Pleasant fruit flavors over taut frame. Nice balance of all the parts. RD - Bright light gold. Recessed, mineral nose. Dry and crisp and clean palate, apple flavors, nice acidity, medium length. Good aperitif wine.

DL - Very bright pale green yellow. Pronounced nose of gooseberry, hay and lime. Gentle attack, good balance, nice freshness, good body. Stylish wine. HP - Very bright and light yellow straw. Low aromatic expression, hay and wheat aromas, short persistence. Mouth more jovial, light, fresh flavors of apple, lemon and melon. MS - Pale. Delicate flavors with crisp end. Clean and direct. RD - Vibrant pale yellow green. Recessed and lean, elegant nose. Dry and ripe pear flavors, mild and soft acidity, sweet finish. Refreshing and appealing, soft and off dry.

DL - Golden yellow with medium intensity. Powerful bouquet of fruit, apple quince and grapefruit aromas. Very nice palate, where fruit, acidity and bitterness are perfectly balanced. Good length. Very nice indeed ! HP - Slightly cloudy yellow gold. Still showing fermentation on the nose, yeasts. Very rich acidity, almost aggressive, pear and apple flavors in mouth. MS - Yellow. Good flavor, a touch too much acidity, medium body. Fine, for food accompaniment perhaps. RD - Bright deep yellow green. Recessed, herbal nose. Full bodied, dry and fruity palate, rich apricot flavors, very nice body, touch alcoholic, slight tartness. Fruit flavors with nice herbal notes, body and power.

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84.4

84.2

H. u. M. HOFER

WEINGUT REGINA & MARTIN WEINECK

WINZERHOF STIFT

WEINGUT JURTSCHITSCH – SONNHOF

WEINGUT PRAGER

Weinviertel DAC Von Den Rieden (313)

Weinviertel DAC Hinterholz (358)

Weinviertel DAC Vom Urgestein (291)

Dechant Alte Reben (350)

Achleiten Smaragd (356)

AL - Zesty nose, citrus and young white fruit. Very juicy palate, fresh acidity and grapefruit tones, spicy ﬁnish.

AL - Young, pleasant and fruity nose, apple and pear notes. Fresh and fruity palate, not complex, but with medium length.

AL - Quite ﬂoral nose, young fruit and some mineral notes. The palate is fresh, zesty with quite long ﬁnish.

AL - Luscious and tropical nose with a plethora of yellow fruit. Very full palate, yet good freshness and some spiciness, really long ﬁnish. Very opulent and enjoyable.

AL - Ripe and opulent nose, showing tropical fruit. Full bodied with yellow fruit, some citrus bitter notes, good freshness and length.

DL - Pale straw yellow. Juicy fruit, hint of herb and apple jam on the nose. Good initial mouth feel with sweetness and good acidity, balanced, medium body, ripe style. Ripe and fresh ! HP - Very pale yellow green. Lemon and lime aromas, sweet apple on short nose. Almost sweet approach in the mouth, low minerality, high citrus flavors with tangerine zest. MS - Green gold. Pleasant but lightly flavored. RD - Vibrant yellow. Lean and mineral nose. Dry and fruity palate, some stone fruit flavors, nice acidity and long finish. Big and intense with handsome minerality, long and lingering.

DL - Pale green yellow green reflections. Open nose, ripe apple and pear, lemon peel. Fresh attack, good mellowness, hint of bitterness creating a complex, balanced wine. Straightforward and well made wine. HP - Medium intense yellow green. Intense aromas of peach, passion fruit. Elegant and long bouquet. Super balance, good fresh acidity, quite long palate, delicate peppery touch. MS - Yellow. Charming bouquet. Delicately flavored. Just enough acidity. Peppery finish. Correct and light. RD - Bright deep yellow. Herbal and mineral, clean nose. Dry and full, nice acidity, short on the palate. Clean and fresh.

DL - Pale yellow of very pale intensity. Delicate, fresh nose, some fermentation aromas. Good crispy taste, balanced with nice mellowness, good fruity length. Very attractive indeed. HP - Pale yellow gold. Very fresh minerality on the nose, touch of green apple, fresh pear and hint of green mint. Generous palate, but low acidity and high alcohol. Unbalanced wine. MS - Yellow. Hybrid bouquet. Sauvignon Blanc and Grüner Veltliner. Fine ﬂavors with crisp acidity. Nice style. RD - Bright pale yellow green. Candied fruitful aromas on alcoholic nose. Dry palate, soft acidity, short ﬁnish, acrid in mouth. Lacks freshness.

DL - Luminous golden yellow, green reflections. Ripe nose of fruit, yellow plum and apple with hint of minerality. Round attack, yeasty flavors, good balance, bitterness and freshness give a nice body with good length. Nice Grüner Veltliner. HP - Medium intense yellow gold. Apricot aromas, sweet candy, short nose with light spice notes. Generous palate, but without finesse, moderate acidity, long finish on sweet fruit. MS - Yellow gold. Peppery and crisp. Lacks body. Under flavored. RD - Vibrant golden. Light pear aromas. Dry and fruity, intense and clean palate with lengthy finish. Rich in color, aromas, palate and finish. Very nice.

DL - Intense and very luminous golden green. Mature bouquet of fruit, ripe apple, hint of lemon. Bitter attack, good mellowness, nice fresh finish, medium bodied style. Good wine. HP - Pale yellow green. Very mineral bouquet, flinty with green peas and apple notes. Elegant in the mouth, crisp and fresh acidity, good presence of flavors of white peach, steel character, fresh minerality, moderate length. MS - Yellow green. Light. Crisp. Too light, too crisp. RD - Bright yellow. Forward nose of baked apple and apricot. Dry and fruity palate, nicely balanced acidity, medium length. Well made wine.

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84.2

WEINGUT HAGER

WEINGUT WOLFGANG ZEILEIS

WEINGUT MARKOWITSCH

WEINGUT REINHARD WALDSCHÜTZ

WEINGUT BLAUENSTEINER LEOPOLD

Novemberlese (378)

Kremstal DAC Lauschenkreuz (412)

Alte Reben (431)

Prestige (351)

Essenthal (362)

AL - Floral nose, mineral and young fruit aromas. Elegant bouquet. Very good structure on the palate, linear and ﬁrm with nice freshness, very good length.

AL - Fresh nose showing citrus and stone fruit. Crispy palate, fairly long with yellow fruit and some pleasant citrus, bitter notes.

AL - Ripe nose, stone fruit, lemon aromas. Good grip on palate, unctuous, yet fresh, long ﬁnish, good balance.

AL - Young and pure nose, fresh citrus and some creamy notes. Zesty palate, nice freshness and good length.

AL - Young, very fresh nose, ripe citrus. Zesty palate, good freshness, quite long ﬁnish.

DL - Pale gold yellow green tinges. Racy, fresh and subtle bouquet with hint of grass, lime and lees. Rich and elegant bitterness dominates, fresh hints, good medium body, short to medium length. Medium weight.

DL - Luminous pale green yellow. Very fresh nose of citrus, lime and grapefruit. Vivid attack, velvety mellowness, fruity and aromatic ﬂavors, medium body. Nice fruity wine.

DL - Luminous and very intense with golden green yellow. Closed nose, developing towards freshness of lime aromas. Round palate where maturity dominates, well made style, floral, fruity and complex with good length and balance, vivid finish. Nice and fresh typicity. HP - Medium intense yellow green. Note of fresh pear and litchi, low persistence on the nose. Palate lacks depth, smooth with relatively low acidity, short finish, flavors of lemon and flowers. MS - Yellow. Medium flavored. Fine textured. Crisp finish. Tingling acidity, needs to accompany food ! RD - Bright light yellow green. Herbal, minty and menthol nose. Dry, light and clean, fresh palate, medium to soft acidity, medium finish. Dry and cleansing.

DL - Good intensity green yellow. Very green nose with lime, gooseberry and green apple. Crispy attack, nice mellowness, hint of herbs and medium body. Good Grüner Veltliner. HP - Pale yellow green, slightly foggy. Intense, yeasty aromas, pear and sweet apple, high notes of melon. Acidity slightly aggressive. Malolactic fermentation not completed. MS - Light gold. Restrained style. Medium fruit. Clean end. Pleasant. RD - Bright light yellow green. Herbaceous and grassy. Dry in mouth, candied fruit ﬂavors, clean acidity, lingering sweetness. Full and aromatic, fresh with sweet fruit ﬁnish.

HP - Light bright yellow green. Very fresh aromas of herbs and minerality, short persistence. Caressing in mouth, moderate acidity, enveloping silky wine with lemon ﬂavors, white peach. Very nice ! MS - Light green. Light weight and light ﬂavored. Simple and straight. RD - Vibrant pale yellow green. Herbaceous and grassy. Dry and crisp, fruity palate, but herbal. Short and simple. Simple, clean and herbal.

HP - Pale yellow straw. Discreet floral aromas with litchi and passion fruit. Smooth, very well balanced palate, elegant in mouth, moderate finish. Nice wine. MS - Green yellow. Light body and flavor. Very crisp. No impression. RD - Bright golden. Light caramel, apricot nose. Dry, full and round palate, nice acidity, medium long. Nice balance of fruit and body.

DL - Golden yellow with green reflections. Fresh mineral nose with lime and lemon. Rounded attack supported by a fresh acidity, nice fruit, good fresh length and medium body. Fruity wine. HP - Pale yellow. Intense mineral and flinty aromas, burnt gum, herbal touch on the nose. Mouth filling, rich with intense rocky and steely characters, well balanced, fresh and quite long. Better in the mouth than on the bouquet. MS - Yellow. Lightly flavored. Acidity well tamed. Light and fine. RD - Vibrant and light gold. Recessed, elegant nose of baked apple. Dry and full bodied palate, a touch musty in the mouth, short.

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83.8

WEINGUT STEININGER

WEINGUT SIGL

WEINGUT HEINZ BAUER KG

WEINGUT KONRAD

WEINGUT GATTINGER

Kittmannsberg (419)

Smaragd (425)

Weinviertel DAC Ried Haidberg (325)

Smaragd (379)

(446)

AL - Tropical fruit on the nose. Very zesty palate, citrusy notes, minerality and fresh acidity, long and pure aftertaste. Very good.

AL - Ripe, yellow fruit on the nose. Quite creamy palate, broad, lacks some freshness, ﬁne length.

AL - Pure nose, citrus and stone fruit. Fresh palate, quite long ﬁnish.

AL - Quite opulent nose, orange peel, yellow fruit and spice. Broad palate, balanced acidity and some spicy notes, rather long on the ﬁnish.

AL - Generous nose, sweet fruit, some stony notes. Very unctuous palate, creamy, yet with a refreshing acidity on the aftertaste.

DL - Nicely intense gold with green reﬂections. Open nose with green apple, white ﬂowers and good minerality. Rich and mellow attack, well balanced structure, but not really complex. Quite well made.

DL - Intense and luminous very gold yellow. Delicate nose of ripe fruit, pear, apple and quince. Rich attack, strong bitterness, hint of freshness, medium body and short length. Simple.

HP - Medium intense yellow green. Very mineral aromas, gun ﬂint, litchi, kumquat, lemon notes, quite persistent nose.

HP - Medium intensity yellow gold. Reserved nose, light minerality, stone fruit, green apple and ﬂoral notes. Mouth the opposite, ripe fruit, apricot, touch of sweetness in end. Aromas do not match ﬂavors and texture.

DL - Very luminous green yellow. Fresh nose with lime, herbs and grassy aromas. Vivid attack, nice freshness, slightly strong bitterness, light body. Light.

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HP - Yellow green. Elegant, delicate lemon, melon and acacia aromas, touch of green peas. Feminine mouth feel, moderate acidity on ripe fruit, mango and apricot.

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MS - Light gold. Light and dry. Acidity tips the balance. Too tart.

RD - Vibrant yellow green. Reticent, herbaceous, grassy and lean on nose. Dry and medium bodied, good acidity, short. Good and food friendly.

DL - Very intense golden yellow with tiny bubbles. Rich, mature aromas of ripe fruit, apple and coconut. Round and mellow mouth, hint of freshness, good bitter taste, medium body, short length. Straightforward. HP - Medium intense gold. Light oak, lightly toasted, vanilla and blond caramel nose with white chocolate, melon and apricot aromas, sweet apple. Persistent bouquet. Smooth and unctuous mouth, well balanced oak with lemon, bananas and fresh pineapple. Long with refreshing acidity in the end. Atypical, but well made, in its own style. MS - Light gold. Nice fruit, but loaded with acidity, which mars the ﬁnish. Good start with overly tart end ! RD - Vibrant golden. Lean and recessed. Dry and crisp, delicate apricot and baked apple ﬂavors, medium length and balanced. All round elegant wine.

DL - Intense and luminous pale green gold. Fermentation aromas on the nose, closed with sulfur presence. Round and crispy palate, high bitterness, bone dry, too bitter. Bone dry and bitter ! HP - Very pale yellow green. Nose of sulfur and minerals, light smoky character, lacks elegance. Attack on palate more straightforward, elegant spiciness, green peas, grassy notes, some bitterness in the end. MS - Yellow green. Herbal, Sancerre-like bouquet. Medium body, clean end. Nice and pleasant. RD - Bright deep yellow. Grassy and herbaceous nose. Dry and full bodied, structured palate with good acidity and lingering, citrusy ﬁnish. Well made and powerful.

MS - Light gold. Delicate bouquet with subtle aromas. Super fresh, discreet flavors, gentle finish. Very pleasant. RD - Bright deep yellow light gold shine. Herbal and forward nose. Dry palate, apple flavors, soft acidity, short. Nice nose, short, flabby palate.

MS - Gold. Nice ﬂavors in medium body structure. Finishes very dry. Correct. RD - Vibrant and golden. Recessed, lean, steely and mineral nose. Dry and medium bodied, ripe pears, clean palate, medium to short ﬁnish. Beautifully balanced and pleasant.

A L : A n d re a s L a r s s o n • D L : D o m i n i q u e L a p o r t e • H P : H e r v é P e n n e q u i n • M S : M a r k S l a t e r • R D : R o g e r D a g o r n

83.6

83.4

WEINGUT R & A PFAFFL

DOMÄNE WACHAU

WEINGUT THIERY WEBER

WEINGUT WOLFGANG ZEILEIS

WEINGUT PRECHTL

Hundsleiten (281)

Smaragd Achleiten (354)

Kremstal DAC Reserve (392)

Goldberg (413)

Weinviertel DAC Altenberg (308)

AL - Ripe grapefruit and green lentils on the nose. Quite spicy palate, medium high acidity, nice fruit, fair length.

AL - Young, pure and fruity nose, apricot and animal notes. Firm palate with stone fruit and fresh acidity, long aftertaste with pleasant bitterness. Nice and ﬁrm, good potential.

AL - Fresh nose, spicy with young citrus. Good bite on the palate, nice fruit, quite long.

AL - Young and lemony nose, citrus peel. The palate is on the leaner side, good freshness, fair length.

AL - Quite young nose, white fruit and citrus. Spicy with good fruit, quite long ﬁnish.

DL - Good yellow, very pale green reflections. Delicate apple and herb nose. Good structure on palate where mellowness balances with acidity, good length and bitter finish. In plain language, good wine ! HP - Light yellow gold. Spice aromas on nose, citrusy, grapefruit and melon, touch of blond caramel and banana. Good presence in the mouth, moderate length, fresh minerals, citrus and pineapple flavors. MS - Pale. Light and easy. OK balance. Tasty and light. RD - Vibrant yellow. Tired on the nose, lacks fruit. Dry palate, soft acidity, a little flabby with short finish. Looks better than it tastes, but still OK.

DL - Luminous pale straw yellow. Very mature aromas of ripe fruit, roasted apple and ripe pear. Round attack, mellow structure, completed by hint of freshness and bitterness, good balance, medium body. Balanced ! HP - Moderate yellow green. Discreet, lemon aromas, pineapple and melon nose. Good presence in the mouth, long and generous, yet delicate, good balance, ripe fruit ﬂavors, touch of minerality, moderate acidity. MS - Yellow. Innocuous. RD - Clear to bright yellow. Baked apple and lanolin nose. Dry and tired on the palate, soft acidity, short end. Lacks freshness.

DL - Luminous pale green yellow with tiny bubbles. Fresh lime and grapefruit nose with hint of flowers. Very crisp mouth, vivid, short body, acidity on finish. Too fresh. HP - Light yellow green. Poor aromatic expression, leafy and light minerality. Crisp acidity, fresh pepper notes, short. MS - Pale. Very light, but good structure. Light and tasty. RD - Bright pale yellow. Grassy, light and lean nose. Dry and fruity with good acidity, crisp mouth, medium finish. Nice, light and refreshing.

DL - Star bright green yellow of medium intensity. Fresh nose of yeast, lees and hay. Round mouth, velvety mouth feel, good freshness, medium body and elegant length. Roundness. HP - Bright Pale yellow green. Green apple and melon aromas, very nice and elegant nose. Generous mouth, lime lemony flavors, fresh acidity, short finish. MS - Pale. Interesting bouquet and spices. Salty minerality in mouth. Clean, even finish. Nicely made and clean. RD - Bright light yellow. Lean and herbal, green nose. Dry and light, delicate pear flavors, short finish. Light bodied.

DL - Pale green yellow luminosity. Delicate nose of lemon and fine herbs. Fresh, lively palate, very dry, easy to enjoy and refreshing. Refreshing wine. HP - Very pale yellow green. Elegant hay aromas, fresh straw on the nose. Good presence in the mouth, fresh acidity, lime flavors, lacks depth. MS - Pale yellow. Simple, slight and dull. RD - Bright pale yellow. Lean on the nose. Dry on the palate, fruity flavors, short to medium finish. Good, approachable, food friendly wine.

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83.4

83.2

WEINBAU KRONEDER

WINZERHOF MAYER FRANZ ANTON

SCHLOSS MAISSAU

WEINGUT PRÖGLHÖF

WEINGUT HUTTER

Spiegel (370)

Zenit (436)

Maissauer Berg (283)

Weinviertel DAC Riede Speiser (330)

Smaragd Gärten Loiben (369)

AL - Young, fresh and citrusy nose. Quite light palate, fresh with grapefruit notes and fresh ﬁnish.

AL - Spicy nose, stone fruit and some peppery notes. Good structure on the palate, grapefruit, balanced freshness, quite long.

AL - Generous nose, quite tropical with rich fruit. Good structure on palate, spicy, balanced freshness, quite long.

AL - Young and vivid with citrus and yellow fruit. Crispy palate, zesty and quite long.

AL - Rather light nose, green fruit. Light palate, some bitter notes, quite diluted overall.

DL - Pale yellow with green reﬂections. Fresh and vivid nose with citrus, lemon, lime and grapefruit aromas. Vivid and crisp palate, fresh, but less mellow sensation on tongue than one would expect. Too crisp.

DL - Pale green yellow with tiny bubbles. Pleasant, fresh nose with ripe fruit and citrus. Nicely rounded attack, fresh acidity, very fruity style, well balanced, medium body of nice length. Easy, enjoyable and good !

HP - Very pale yellow green. Elegant, great passion fruit aromas, persistent, grassy minerality. Good presence of white pepper, minerality, short ﬁnish.

HP - Pale yellow green. Very discreet aromas, straw and wheaty notes, slight lime and lemon touch. Fresh acidity, light palate, good lemon and lime ﬂavors, citrusy, short persistence, ﬂoral in the end.

DL - Very bright pale green yellow. Pleasant, elegant bouquet with fruit and citrus. Fresh, crisp attack, nice, round mellowness, well balanced, medium body and medium length. Easy and fruity. HP - Pale yellow green. Elegant flower bouquet, cheerful and buoyant, fresh pear aromas. Smooth in the mouth, a touch sweet, short finish. MS - Pale green. Charming nose. Medium body with good structure, tight finish. Pleasant. RD - Clear pale yellow green. Herbal and fruity, pear and apricot aromas on forward nose. Dry and light bodied, refreshing palate, crisp acidity, short on the end. Clean, fresh, light and fruity wine.

DL - Very bright yellow green. Fresh citrus nose with lime, lemon and green apple. Vivid mouth, crisp and short as well as simple. Neutral. HP - Pale yellow green. Aromatic nose, rose petal, ﬂorality, lime and tangerine zest, fresh mango. Crisp, almost aggressive acidity, ripe apple with litchi, moderate length. Light body, but well made. MS - Light green. Lightly ﬂavored with biting acidity. Green and tart. RD - Vibrant green yellow. Herbal and forward. Dry and full palate, forward and rich, clean acidity, balanced with medium length. Balanced, elegant and forward.

DL - Pale straw yellow. Delicate nose, not expressive, note of bitterness. Nice crispy attack, low volume, medium length, quite simple and lemony. Straightforward and lemony. HP - Very pale yellow green. Almost neutral aromas, light pear on short nose. Elegant palate, slightly overripe flavors, fading acidity, flabby finish. MS - Pale yellow. Medium body, medium flavor, short end. Pleasant, but not profound. RD - Bright, light yellow. Lanolin nose. Soft acidity and short finish. Decent wine, lacks freshness.

MS - Pale green. Herbal nose. Medium concentration, green finish. Slightly off balance, weedy finish. RD - Bright pale yellow. Herbal and mineral aromas on the nose. Dry, crisp and clean palate, good acidity, fine balance, citrusy finish of medium length. Minerality and herbs, dry and clean.

MS - Pale. Lightly flavored. Gentle finish. Perfect for lunch. RD - Bright and yellow. Recessed and herbal nose. Dry, forward and clean palate, medium to short finish. Lean and linear.

A L : A n d re a s L a r s s o n • D L : D o m i n i q u e L a p o r t e • H P : H e r v é P e n n e q u i n • M S : M a r k S l a t e r • R D : R o g e r D a g o r n

83.2

WEINGUT WOLFGANG SEHER

WEINGUT SUMMERER

WEINGUT GSCHWEICHER

WEINGUT PROIDL

WEINGUT KARL DIWALD

Nussberg (384)

Schenkenbichl (388)

Weinviertel DAC Kellerberg (408)

Vom Urgestein (439)

Riad`nthoi (322)

AL - Nose is on the green side, white pear. Quite spicy palate, round with green fruit, medium long.

AL - Rich nose, yellow fruit. Spicy palate, citrus and grapefruit. Fresh acidity and rather long ﬁnish.

AL - Quite light nose, green apple. Palate is light, some bitter notes, quite short.

DL - Bright green yellow. Green apple, lime and pineapple on delicate nose. Fresh and delicate mouth, nice elegance, bitter ﬁnish and medium body. Green.

DL - Very intense golden yellow. Fresh nose of grass, hay and green tea. Fresh and round mouth, well balanced but short length. Plain.

AL - Nice purity, stone fruit and some mineral notes on bouquet. Very good structure on palate, linear and firm, refreshing acidity, crisp fruit and long finish. DL - Golden yellow with green sheens. Fresh and fruity nose, apple and pear with hint of minerality. Simple palate, nice bitterness, fresh acidity. Simple and light body, short finish. Simple. HP - Light yellow green. Elegant aromas of lemon, bright hints of litchi, green apple and kiwi fruit. Smooth and delicate palate, dry with moderate acidity, elegant flavors of green herbs, mineral touch. MS - Yellow green. Light and tart. Overly light and tart. RD - Bright to vibrant yellow green. Lean, mineral nose. Dry and fruity palate, clean acidity, refreshing, medium finish. Balanced and refreshing wine.

AL - Pure nose, fresh citrus, stone fruit and minerality. Good bite on the palate, nice freshness and purity, long and crispy finish. DL - Luminous pale greenish color with tiny bubbles. Close nose with lees and fermentation aromas. Vivid attack, nice body, balanced with fresh finish. Good but questionable. HP - Bright and light yellow green. Very discreet, almost not existing aromas, wheaty with very short persistence. Elegant presence in the mouth, well balanced, good and fresh acidity, moderate length. MS - Pale green. Light flavored, crisp end. Plain and tart. RD - Vibrant deep yellow. Fresh pear on forward nose. Dry and fruity, medium bodied, short on end. Straightforward and approachable.

HP - Light yellow gold. Very lime lemony aroma, fresh mint, melon tones, medium persistence. Elegant mouth feel, smooth acidity, velvety, short in the ﬁnish. Well made. MS - Light gold. Herbal. Lovely, delicate ﬂavors. Race to the end. Delicate and tight. RD - Vibrant light yellow green. Herbal and forward nose. Dry and fruity, medium to full palate. Herbal nose, fruity palate.

HP - Bright yellow gold. Discreet aromas, lemon and mango nose. Medium acidity with herbal character, great minerality on the palate. Smooth texture, apple, passion fruit and banana ﬂavors. MS - Gold. Ugly sour fruit. Unattractive. RD - Light gold greenish hue. Lean, rich, linear nose with herbal notes. Dry and ripe with stone fruit, minerality, medium to long ﬁnish. Balanced body and aromatic.

DL - Pale gold with green reflections. Ripe fruit aromas of apple and pear on the nose. Round and mellow in mouth, supported by nice, fresh finish, hint of bitterness giving good length. Good style, if not complex. HP - Medium intense yellow gold. Straw and hay nose, no elegance or personality. Slight hint of pear, ripe apple in the mouth, fresh green mint, smooth finish, but lacks depth. MS - Pale green. Bright fruit with fine structure and piercing acidity. Well put together. RD - Bright deep yellow. Recessed and elegant bouquet. Dry, full and round palate with good body and balanced acidity, medium finish. Well made and structured, elegant wine.

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82.8

82.6

WEINGUT FAMILIE SCHUSTER

WEINGUT STADT KREMS

WEINGUT MACHHERNDL

WEINBAU DIPL. ING. ERNST ZIMMERL

WEINGUT STUDENY

Alte Reben (284)

Kremstal DAC (363)

Smaragd Steinwand (398)

Weinviertel DAC Lustfeld (400)

Weinviertel DAC (374)

AL - Citrus, young fruit and some yeasty note on the nose. Fresh palate, some bitter notes on the aftertaste.

AL - Fresh and spicy nose, young white fruit and citrus. Good structure, nice grip and freshness, vivid fruit with good length.

AL - The nose shows herbs and green fruit. Quite light palate, not too long.

AL - Herbal nose, young fruit, green apple aromas. Quite light palate, short.

DL - Very bright pale straw yellow. Nice fresh fruit, lime and lemon nose. Fresh mouth, nice structure, good bitterness, hint of herbs, medium body, medium length. Simple.

DL - Very pale yellow with bubbles. Peach aromas with hint of apricot on nose. Nice fresh attack, vivid freshness of lime and grapefruit, fresh length. Nice and fruity wine.

AL - Peppery nose with citrus and grapefruit. Well built palate, fresh and zesty with fairly long ﬁnish, pure aftertaste.

HP - Pale yellow gold. Delicate aromas of straw. Hay with some dusty characteristics, lemon, lime ﬁnish. Light and elegant mouth, end on minerality, but lacks complexity.

HP - Very pale yellow straw. Discreet aromas, green peas, lemon and white peach. Very smooth palate, low acidity for this medium bodied wine.

DL - Pale gold, green sheens. Reductive nose, citrus, lime and herb notes. Nice mouth feel, balanced with a hint of bitterness, but well made and uncomplicated. Well made wine. HP - Light yellow gold. Very high mineral notes, mint, stone fruit and lemon on the nose. Very crisp acidity, but not aggressive, fresh mineral flavors, but palate lacks elegance. MS - Yellow. Medium flavored, slightly shallow structure. Pleasant but light. RD - Bright light golden. Baked apple bouquet. Dry with fresh pear flavors on palate, notes of ripe apple, a hint of tartness, medium long finish. Most enjoyable, layered fruit aromas.

DL - Very luminous pale green yellow. Ripe fruit, apple and mineral notes. Good, balanced palate where mellowness and acidity provide a single structure, fresh finish. Straightforward. HP - Moderately intense yellow green. Discreet aromas of citrus and grapefruit, touch of lemon. Rather flabby in the mouth, mineral and floral, short finish. MS - Pale. Deliciously flavored. Green quality. Light and tart. RD - Bright light yellow. Herbal and mineral, recessed nose. Dry and clean palate, herbaceous and grassy flavors, mild acidity, short finish.

MS - Pale. Delicate and elegant, nicely made. Elegant and ﬁne. RD - Bright light pale yellow. Light and herbal. Dry and lean, crisp and light, short ﬁnish. Light and lean.

MS - Very pale. Light and dry. Very fine minerality. Crisp ending. Light, dry and crisp. RD - Clear light yellow. Herbal and lean nose. Dry and fruity, apricot flavors, good acidity, lengthy finish. Balanced and fruity.

DL - Pale straw yellow green reflections. Subtle nose, yeasty, lees and beer aromas, hint of sulfites. Good, rounded attack, nice freshness, very pleasant fruit with nice, bitter length. Good style. HP - Medium intense yellow green. Sulfur whiff on first nose, then petroleum notes, mineral touch. Lacks elegance. Moderate acidity, citrusy and green apple flavors with fresh rhubarb on short palate. MS - Pretty yellow. Herbal nose. Medium flavored, light body, crisp end. Very pleasant. RD - Vibrant light yellow. Vegetal and grassy nose. Dry and clean palate, soft acidity, medium finish. Vegetal aroma and good body.

A L : A n d re a s L a r s s o n • D L : D o m i n i q u e L a p o r t e • H P : H e r v é P e n n e q u i n • M S : M a r k S l a t e r • R D : R o g e r D a g o r n

82.6

82.4

WEINGUT ING. W. BAUMGARTNER

WEINGUT MEINHARD FORSTREITER

WINZERHOF ECKER

WEINGUT ECKER – ECKHOF

WEINGUT WEIXELBAUM

Selektion (404)

Kremstal DAC Reserve Schiefer (418)

Sonnleitn Reserve (449)

Schloßberg (340)

Wahre Werte Ried Gaisberg (347)

AL - Fresh nose, citrus peel and grapefruit. Spicy palate, citrus bitter notes, fair length.

AL - Pure nose, stone fruit, citrus and mineral notes. Good gripe on palate, fresh acidity and some mineral notes; linear with a long ﬁnish.

AL - Stone fruit and citrus on nose. Very fresh palate, zesty with clean aftertaste, some green notes.

AL - Young nose, clean with some ﬂoral notes and ripe citrus. Good spiciness on palate, fresh with some creamy notes. Plenty of citrus on the ﬁnish, quite long.

AL - Pure nose, still young with citrus and stone fruit. Good spicy palate, ripe fruit and ﬁne freshness. Pleasant with good length.

DL - Star bright pale yellow green. Ripe, caramelized fruit, roasted apple and quince. Rich mouth, heavy bitterness touch, alcohol presence. Too rich and sour. HP - Pale yellow green. Moderate aromas of hay and straw. Lacks fruit and aromatic elegance. Fresh and discreet palate, crisp acidity, green flavors, light finish. Slight bitterness. MS - Green. Tasty and correct. Nice package overall. Light and delicious. RD - Bright light yellow. Lean and vegetal nose. Dry to off dry, clean and fresh, fruity with ripe peaks, nice acidity balance, and lengthy finish. Lean on aromatics, big on palate.

DL - Bright pale green yellow. Fresh, elegant nose with ﬂower, lime and green apple aromas. Good, crispy attack, green apple ﬂavors, nice freshness, balanced and medium bodied. Medium weight, but good.

DL - Very luminous pale green yellow. Fresh lime aromas, hint of grapefruit, nice minerality on nose. Crisp attack, low mellowness, nice bitter hints, medium body, fruity wine. Subtle !

HP - Medium intense yellow gold. Intense minerality with floral and citrusy aromas, flinty finish. Smooth and unctuous palate, low acidity, short on end, but very lime lemony. Lack of freshness.

HP - Pale yellow gold. Elegant, lovely aromas of white peach, litchi and fresh pineapple. Not as lovely in the mouth, weak texture, discreet ﬂavors, slightly aggressive acidity. Somewhat yeasty ﬁnish. Unpleasant.

MS - Pale. Herbal. Green and salty. Unpleasantly weedy. Thin and tart.

MS - Light gold. Moderately ripe with hard grip. Light and tight.

RD - Bright yellow. Herbal and green nose. Dry and herbal on the palate, clean and medium bodied, medium ﬁnish. Decent, pleasant and clean.

RD - Vibrant to brilliant, bright yellow. Elegant and recessed nose. Dry palate, ripe apricot, soft acidity, short ﬁnish. Simple, nice and approachable fruit.

DL - Very green yellow of nice intensity whilst being luminous. Complex nose of ripe apple and pear. Nice elegant palate, crisp, round with long ﬁnish. Fresh and fruity. HP - Moderately intense gold yellow with green hues. Light fruit aromas of green apple, peas, oyster shell, low persistence nose. Poor approach in the mouth, high acidity, no elegance. MS - Yellow. Light. Tart. RD - Vibrant deep green yellow. Ripe fruit, crème brûlée, forward nose. Dry palate, balanced fruit and acidity, medium length. Clean, balanced and friendly.

DL - Intense green yellow, very bright color. Elegant nose developing towards fresh herbs, lime and green apple aromas. Round and velvety palate, hint of acidity, nice bitterness that provides good body and nice length. Gentle wine. HP - Pale yellow green. Elegant, light fruit, green apple and floral notes, fresh rhubarb, minerality streak, minty nose. Elegant palate, good balance, smooth and unctuous with short, mineral finish. MS - Yellow. Medium body and flavor. Very tart. Too tart. RD - Vibrant deep yellow green. Rich, forward aromatics, apricot and baked apple. Dry and full palate, rich in the mouth, good acidity, medium length, slight vegetal note, short finish. Nice aromatic nose.

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82.4

82.2

WINZER KREMS

WEINGUT GSCHWEICHER

WINZERHOF FAMILIE DOCKNER

WEINGUT SUMMERER

WINZERHOF KRIDLO

Kremser Wachtberg (352)

Primary Rocks (409)

Kremstal DAC Reserve (422)

Käferberg (427)

Weinviertel DAC Alte Ried (315)

AL - Rich nose, tropical with yellow fruit. Crispy palate, well balanced with spicy citrus notes, quite long ﬁnish.

AL - Young and green nose. Palate is quite sweet, some bitterness, and fair length.

AL - Spicy nose, ripe fruit, some creamy notes. Rich palate, broad with long ﬁnish. Some spiciness and balanced acidity.

AL - Young and pure nose, citrus and white fruit. Fresh palate, some spicy notes, medium long.

AL - Quite ﬂoral nose, ripe apple and citrus notes. The palate shows some bitterness, fresh, rather short ﬁnish.

DL - Pale green yellow with tiny bubbles. Rich nose of extraction with good maturity, nutty and lime aromas. Round and mellow mouth, fresh balance, well made, medium body, good persistence and length. Complete wine.

DL - Very ﬁzzy, pale green yellow. Subtle mineral nose with gooseberry and lime aromas. Balanced, fresh palate with nice bitterness, good length. Both refreshing and fruity !

DL - Bright green yellow of nice intensity. Fresh nose, herbs with lees aromas dominating. Crisp attack, citrus flavors supported by numerous bubbles that provide a vivid finish. Vivid. HP - Bright and clear, yellow green. Almost sweet ripe aromas of apple, light apricot and melon nose. Good, lively acidity, a touch over aggressive on this light body, short with mineral flavors. MS - Yellow green. Clear flavors with cracked pepper, good balance. Light, but nicely balanced. RD - Bright light yellow. Lean, herbal and mineral nose. Dry and grassy palate, steely notes, good acidity, short finish. Light and mineral.

DL - Brilliant pale green yellow. Fresh nose with lime and green apple. Rich, sensation of bitterness in the mouth, crisp taste, good structure, short and bitter finish. Bitter. HP - Bright light yellow gold. Low aromatic expression. Nothing to really express, light fruit, flabby finish. MS - Pale. Great yellow fruit nose. Nice flavors on an elegant body. Clean and light finish. Delicious and finely made. RD - Clear light green yellow. Herbal and grassy. Dry palate with crème brûlée flavors, good acidity, medium finish. Good mouth feel.

DL - Straw yellow with silver sheens and tiny bubbles. Fresh, but weak nose with fermentation aromas. Rich attack, off dry style, velvety, hint of freshness, nice, ripe fruit flavors, good body. Off dry ! HP - Medium intense yellow gold. Blond caramel with slight minerality and apricot touch on a nose of light persistence. Generous, smooth, almost sweet palate, good acidity, flavors of lemon and citrusy fruit, passion fruit touch. MS - Light gold. Medium body loaded with acidity. Unpleasantly acidic. RD - Bright light golden. Lean on the nose, rather closed. Dry and fruity, ripe apricot flavors, candied, short. Full, candied and fruity.

HP - Bright pale yellow green. Poor aromatic expression, mineral and flinty. Elegant approach, silky touch, minerality refreshing, good acidity in the mouth, passion fruit flavor. Good palate, poor nose. MS - Light yellow. Light body with raw acidity. Weedy and unattractive. RD - Brilliant and yellow. Forward and full, lanolin nose. Dry and full bodied, ripe apricot flavors. Short to medium finish. Good, well made and welcoming.

HP - Very pale yellow green. High passion fruit aromas, white peach and grassy on the nose. Grassy on the palate, slight Sauvignon profile, moderate acidity, mineral touch and nettle flavors. Lacks typicity. MS - Pale green. Stinky bouquet. Medium flavor, short finish. Off putting aromas and odors. RD - Bright light yellow. Stone fruit and alcoholic nose. Dry, clean and crisp palate, good balance and acidity, medium finish. Clean and balanced wine.

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82.2

ALFRED DEIM NATURNAHER WEINBAU

WEINGUT TÜRK

WEINBAU JOHANN DIEM

WEINGUT HUBER

WEINGUT JOSEF NEKHAM

von den Terrassen (361)

Erlesenes vom Grünen Veltliner

Weinviertel DAC Ried Breitenlus (286)

Traisental DAC Alte Setzen (344)

Weinviertel DAC Exklusiv (345)

AL - Ripe nose with yellow fruit. Good structure and crispy acidity on the palate with some bitter notes, fresh, medium length ﬁnish.

AL - Spicy nose with young fruit. Nice balance on the palate, citrus flavors, fresh acidity, quite firm with long finish.

AL - Young white fruit and citrus on the nose. Quite light palate, fresh with spicy ﬁnish.

AL - Elegant nose, stone fruit, ripe citrus and some mineral notes. Rich palate with good concentration, fresh and ripe acidity, spicy ﬁnish, very long aftertaste.

AL - Young, fresh and citrusy nose. Crispy palate, medium bodied with plenty of citrus, fair length.

DL - Nice brightness pale golden green. Complex nose of lees, green apple and touch of pear. The initial mouth feel is mellow with overall balance, fresh acidity and nice body. Nice wine ! HP - Medium yellow gold. Fresh minerality, citrusy and grapefruit nose of good persistence. Good in the mouth, well balanced, moderate length. Jovial and elegant. MS - Greenish. Citrus flavors, acidity punch. Overly tart. RD - Vibrant yellow green. Minerality on the nose with apricot aromas. Dry palate with good acidity and fine body, medium finish. Pleasant and refreshing.

DL - Very luminous pale yellow green. Fresh nose, herbs and lime peel. Vivid attack, very nice mellowness, good body and pleasant finish. Efficiently handled wine. HP - Light, bright yellow green. Touch of sulfur, smoky and steely character with flint, banana and dry almond on the nose. MS - Yellow. Light weight. Brusque. Light and tart. RD - Bright yellow. Lean and mineral, tight bouquet. Dry palate with white peach and stone fruit flavors, nice acidity, short finish. Nicely delicate, not expressive.

DL - Pale gold yellow with green hint. Delicate, fruit nose, fresh apple and herb aromas. Good mouth, rich and crisp, well made wine with nice balance. Overall balanced wine. HP - Very bright yellow straw. Dry wheat nose, hay notes, short persistence. Lacks elegance on short palate. MS - Pale. Lightly flavored, not much grip. Pleasant, nothing else. RD - Vibrant light yellow pale green. Lanolin nose, showing tiredness and lacking fruit. Dry and light bodied palate, some stone fruit flavors, good acidity, short finish. Good, if not exciting.

DL - Pale yellow, hint of green reflections. Fresh, yeasty nose with white beer aromas. Fresh and fruity palate, balanced and refreshed by nice bubbles, hint of bitterness, medium body. Straightforward. HP - Very pale yellow green. Elegant nose, stone fruit, ripe citrus, some minerality. Ripe and rich balance on the palate with good concentration, crisp acidity, some spicy notes in the finish, moderate aftertaste. MS - Yellow. Acidic. RD - Bright deep yellow green. Minerality driven, forward nose. Dry, fresh and fruity palate, apricot flavors, soft acidity, short on the end. Nice, well made wine, needs more acidity and length on the palate.

DL - Green yellow, intense and luminous. Developed nose, complex green apple and lees aromas. Fresh attack, lime flavors, good bitterness supporting nice body. Fresh and bitter. HP - Pale yellow green. Mineral, gun flint nose, fresh rhubarb, stone fruit. Light and vivacious palate, crisp acidity, short finish. MS - Green. Light body, super crisp. Too crisp. RD - Vibrant light yellow green. Forward, candied fruit nose. Dry and clean palate, refreshing and mineral, medium length. Nicely balanced wine.

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81.8

WEINGUT GERHOLD

BRÜNDY WEINGUT AM WAGRAM

WEINGUT ALOIS HÖLLERER

WEINGUT MAGLOCK – NAGEL

WEINGUT & GÄSTEHAUS RÜCKER EDMUND & ULRIKE

Reserve(383)

Ried Stiegl (407)

Alte Reben (411)

Gaisberg Extrem (433)

Halblehen (292)

AL - Young and zesty nose, fresh lemon and apricot aromas. Medium bodied, quite creamy palate, balanced acidity, some bitterness on the ﬁnish.

AL - Lemony nose, yellow fruit. Spicy palate, fresh and balanced, good length. Fresh and spicy.

AL - Young and ﬂoral nose, apple and pear notes. Fresh palate, some citrus bitter notes, medium ﬁnish, good freshness.

AL - Pure and fruity nose, yellow fruit, citrus. Rich palate, spicy with plenty of citrus. Fine balance and quite long.

DL - Pale yellow with green reﬂections. Weak nose with hint of herbs, ﬂowers and lime peel. Good and pleasant mellowness, nice acidity, medium body. Good wine.

DL - Very luminous pale yellow green. Open nose of minerals, gun flint with lime a gooseberry aromas. Nice and fresh in mouth, citrusy flavors, medium body, long finish. Citrus !

DL - Very intense and luminous yellow green. Delicate nose with lemon and hint of grapefruit. Rich structure, where mellowness dominates, hint of freshness, good structure, medium body and medium length. Classic wine.

AL - Generous nose, ripe apple and citrus aromas. The palate is zesty with spicy, citrus notes, good freshness and fair length.

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DL - Nicely bright pale green yellow. Elegant nose, fresh, floral, citrusy with green apple aromas. Pleasant attack, nice mellowness, hint of freshness, good length, medium body and good fruit. Nice fruity wine; HP - Very pale yellow green. Light aromas of lemon and passion fruit. Interesting and elegant palate, very feminine with a sweet finish. MS - Yellow green. Lightly flavored, light texture, tart end. Simple. RD - Vibrant greenish yellow. Forward nose with apricot and lanolin notes. Dry and full, fruity and rich palate, good acidity, lengthy on the end. Full flavored, full bodied, very nice wine.

HP - Light pale yellow green. Very discreet nose, dry herbs and green tea. No elegance. Dry in the mouth, short. Mediocre. MS - Pale. Very light. Under ripe and tart. Light and tart. RD - Bright pale yellow. Herbal, medium intensity nose. Dry and forward and clean mouth, pear fruit notes, medium length. Shy nose, full on the palate.

HP - Very pale yellow straw. Delicate aromas of white peach, floral nose with mint. Smooth mouth, low acidity, short finish with minerality, flinty notes. Very nearly an example for others. MS - Pale green. Under powered. Simple. RD - Vibrant pale yellow. Grassy and herbaceous. Dry to off dry. Rich and ripe pears on palate, good acidity, nice finish. Full and ripe, fruity and herbaceous. Powerful palate.

HP - Bright yellow gold. Slight sulfur nose, grapefruit with lime, short end. Low acidity, dusty and bitter palate, sulfur dominates. MS - Gold. Bright nose with herbs and sweet fruit. Nicely packaged and clean end. Stylish and straightforward, but ever so nicely done. RD - Vibrant greenish gold. Recessed and herbal. Dry and light, candied notes, good acidity and short. Light, simple and short.

DL - Pale straw yellow with brilliance. Elegant nose of citrus aromas, lemon and grapefruit. Good herbal flavors on the palate, balanced, not really developed, but easy to enjoy. Good and straightforward Grüner Veltliner. HP - Very pale yellow green. Woody aromas, smoky characters, slight spice and minerals, lacks elegance on the nose. Somewhat flabby, lime note, but no charm. MS - Pale yellow. Medium flavored with sharp acidity kick in finish. Nice flavors, but too tart. RD - Bright pale yellow. Crisp apple aromas, mineral driven bouquet. Dry and fruity on palate, apple crisp acidity, medium tart finish. Cleansing on the palate after attractive mineral nose.

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81.8

81.4

WEINGUT DIREDER

WEINHOF WALDSCHÜTZ ANTON & ELFRIEDE

WEINGUT HAGER

WEINGUT EWALD GRUBER

WEINGUT ANTON BAUER

Alte Reben (423)

Reserve (437)

Selection (310)

Urkristall Selection (357)

Reserve (360)

AL - Young nose, citrus and green fruit. Spicy palate, fresh, good balance.

AL - Pure nose with citrus and stone fruit. Good freshness and bite, spicy ﬁnish. DL - Very luminous pale yellow green. Fresh and elegant nose with lime tree and grassy aromas. Round attack, nice mellowness, hint of bitterness and refreshing ﬁnish. Common.

AL - Young and fruity nose, citrus and grapefruit. Quite light palate with some bitter notes and a short ﬁnish.

AL - Young and light nose, green fruit. Quite light palate, some bitter notes, rather short.

DL - Pale yellow with green reﬂections. Citrus nose with lime, grapefruit and hint of grass. Vivid attack, plenty of citrus ﬂavors, light body, short and fresh length. Fresh.

AL - Young citrus and white fruit on nose. Medium bodied, some bitter notes on the palate with fresh aftertaste. DL - Very luminous pale yellow with green reﬂections. Closed nose with herb and vegetal notes, hint of fresh herbs on the end. Simple body, medium weight, nice freshness. Simple wine.

DL - Pale yellow with silver reﬂections. Citrus, lime and fresh herb nose. Nice attack, good mellowness, fresh fruit, good body and nice length. Fruity wine.

HP - Yellow green. Fresh aromas of white ﬂowers, peach, almost wheaty notes with traces of minerality on the nose. Elegant mouth, good level of acidity, refreshing in the end. Well balanced and lively all along !

HP - Pale yellow green. Elegant, fresh aromas of minerality, dry herbs and peppery, fresh mint notes. Smooth and delicate palate, ripe passion fruit, apple, moderate acidity, quite long ﬁnish.

MS - Pale. Very light and tart. Does not appeal to me.

MS - Light green. Light and overly acidic. Too tart.

RD - Vibrant yellow green. Herbaceous and grassy nose. Dry palate with ripe pear, clean acidity, lengthy to medium, candied ﬁnish. Aromatic, full bodied, length and fruity.

RD - Vibrant green yellow. Lean, lanolin and waxy nose. Rich and dry, light palate, soft acidity, short. Lean nose, light body, lacks crispness.

HP - Very pale yellow straw. Bouquet lacks elegance and character, straw and hay aromas. Very weak palate, lacks both elegance and depth, short in the end. MS - Pale. Pleasant and light, straightforward and direct wine. RD - Clear light yellow. Herbal and lean with crisp acidity, short in the mouth, tart ﬁnish. Lean and crisp.

HP - Pale yellow straw. Very discreet nose, mineral and floral, short to the end. Light body and aggressive acidity, finish fresh and mineral. Standard. MS - Pale. Light and crisp. RD - Bright light yellow. Herbaceous and green nose, citrusy aromas. Dry and medium body palate, some apple flavors, clean in the mouth, medium length. Balanced and fresh.

DL - Star bright. Pale green yellow. Fresh fruit aromas, apple and lime with gun flint tones on the nose. Good balance on palate, nice mellowness, perfect equilibrium, good body, long and fruity length. Complex and fruity ! HP - Medium yellow gold. Fresh delicate aromas of apple, fresh pear, citrusy and litchi notes. Very floral in the mouth with mineral touch, minty notes, acacia flowers in the end, moderate finish. MS - Yellow. Acidic. RD - Vibrant intense green yellow. Apricot and baked apple nose. Dry and fresh palate with good body and clean acidity. Medium length. Very pleasant.

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81.4

81.2

WEINGUT SETZER

WEINBAU SEPP KOHL

WEINGUT HUMER

WEINGUT JULIUS KLEIN

WEINGUT TÜRK

Die Lage (393)

Selection (432)

(304)

Weinviertel DAC Rustenberg (336)

Frechau (442)

AL - Nose shows fresh herbs and green fruit. The palate is quite light, some bitter notes, fairly short.

AL - Fresh nose, citrus and young fruit. Medium bodied, good grip and fair length.

AL - Herbal and spicy nose, young fruit. Crispy palate, herbal and spicy, medium length.

AL - Generous nose with plenty of fruit. Rich palate, creamy with good length.

DL - Very pale green yellow with tiny bubbles. Fresh and green aromas, green apple, lime and grapefruit. Well made structure, hint of bitterness, medium body. Good, simple wine.

DL - Pale yellow, luminous color. Subtle nose with lees and fermentation aromas. Fresh attack, high bitterness on taste buds, simple body. Bitterness remains.

AL - Pure nose, fresh and vibrant with ripe grapefruit. Fresh palate with good grip, grapefruit and stone fruit with nice and fresh aftertaste.

DL - Pale golden yellow with numerous bubbles. Open nose with notes of the fermentation process, apple and pear. Crisp attack, slight hint of bitterness and sweetness provide a fresh structure, medium body. Nice and fruity. HP - Pale yellow gold. Light and discreet aromas, slightly yeasty. Mouth more exciting, peachy, ripe apple and pear, well balanced, smooth finish. Great fruit flavors. MS - Yellow. Salty and herbal. Medium body, astringent end. Tart and too dry. RD - Bright light gold. Lanolin nose with sulfur and alcohol. Dry mouth with ripe fruit, balanced acidity, medium to short finish. Tired nose and palate.

HP - Pale yellow straw. Discreet mineral nose with violets, short end. Short in the mouth, low expression. Disappointing ! MS - Light green. Medium ﬂavors. Light acidity. Straightforward. RD - Clear and bright pale yellow. Lean and herbal nose. Dry and candied fruit, light bodied, good acidity, short ﬁnish. Light, lean with candied notes.

HP - Pale yellow green. Poor aromas, poor taste. Nothing to talk about. MS - Yellow green. Clean and fresh. Fine pepper at the end. Delicate and tasty. RD - Bright pale yellow. Light aromatics. Dry and light, fruity and simple, but short. Simple and light.

DL - Very green yellow, bright color. Fresh nose of lemon, nice minerality, gun flint notes. Vivid mouth, citrus on fresh body, crispy finish. Very crisp style. HP - Bright light expression of yellow green. Touch of sulfur on the nose, mineral, smoky, stony characteristics, flinty bouquet. Dry, fresh acidity, minerality, steely notes, green pea flavor, moderate length. MS - Green gold. Herbal quality. Light frame. Acidity overpowers. Unappealing. RD - Vibrant yellow green. Mineral and light, stone fruit nose. Dry and full on palate, clean and steely, medium finish. Well made and pleasant.

DL - Luminous pale gold with green sheens. Fresh nose with lime, green apple, grassy and hay. Crisp and fresh, nice mellowness, medium body, short bitter finish. Short. HP - Bright yellow green. Medium presence of aromas, hay, short finish. Ripe banana flavors with passion fruit and sweet candy on the palate, good acidity, but lacks elegance. MS - Light yellow. Pimiento flavors and thin structure. Not for me. RD - Bright light gold. Light with crème brûlée nose. Dry to off dry. Rich palate, good acidity, candied finish, medium length. Pleasant and approachable, good wine.

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80.8

80.6

WEINGUT JOSEF FRITZ

WEINGUT WUTZL

ARKADENHOF HAUSDORF

WEINGÄRTNEREI ANNA UND JOSEF AICHINGER

WEINGUT 4ER GINDL

Himmelreich (373)

Alte Reben (445)

Wadenthal (338)

Alte Reben (348)

Ried Gaisrupp (365)

AL - Quite ripe nose, stone fruit and citrus. Good grip on the palate, medium bodied with good freshness, some spiciness on the ﬁnish.

AL - Spicy nose, some herbal notes. Quite light palate, green fruit, quite short.

AL - ripe and fresh nose, citrus peel and stone fruit. Good freshness on the palate, ﬁrm with citrus notes and fairly long persistence.

AL - Young and fruity nose, tropical fruit. Good structure on the palate, fresh with ripe fruit and good length.

AL - Fresh and zesty nose with hint of lemon and grapefruit. Crispy palate, citrusy notes and fresh, rather long aftertaste.

DL - Golden yellow green reflections with tiny bubbles. Complex nose, freshness, apple and lemon peel aromas. Good mellowness, hint of freshness, simple body and short finish. HP - Light yellow gold. Very mineral aromas, green pea touch on the nose. Short persistence, low acidity, almost flabby palate. No personality. MS - Yellow. Toasted, fresh bread (pain grillé) nose. Good flavor, but excessive acidity on the end. Pleasant, but tart. RD - Bright deep yellow. Musty and tired nose. Off dry and full palate, slightly flabby, medium to short on the end.

DL - Very bright pale green yellow. Fresh nose of herbs, lime and lees. Vivid attack, simple, citrus notes. No complexity. Too simple. HP - Bright pale yellow green. Lack of quality on the nose, straw, no fruit. Caressing on the palate, good acidity, but no elegance. MS - Green. Medium ripe, gripping acidity, light style. Light and tart. RD - Vibrant light yellow green. Herbaceous and crisp, refreshing nose. Dry, light and clean, good fruit and acidity, short. Pleasant and refreshing.

DL - Pale yellow gold with green reflections. Elegant nose of herbs, lime and green apple. Good, fresh attack, very nice fruit, slight gas presence that results in a long, fresh finish. Nice fruit. HP - Pale yellow green gold to rim. Delicate aroma of light fruit, litchi, melon with citrus notes, medium persistence. Smooth approach, low acidity, discreet fruit flavors, short. MS - Green, green, green. Green. RD - Bright light yellow. Herbal and mineral nose with stone fruit. Dry and round on the palate, delicate acidity, short finish. Pleasant but short.

DL - Luminous and intense green yellow. Intense, complex nose of pear, apple and ripe fruit. Good velvety attack, mellowness is well balanced with acidity, palate of good, medium body. Mellow wine. HP - Moderately intense yellow green. Intense, ripe apricot nose, sweet toasted banana aromas. Smooth in the mouth, ripe apple, low acidity; short end. Lacks distinction. MS - Yellow green. Under powered. Tart. Too light. RD - Bright deep yellow green. Pear and ripe fruit on the nose. Dry and some minerality on palate, slight vegetal notes, short ﬁnish. Nicely aromatic bouquet.

DL - Pale green yellow, slightly unclear. Fresh nose, lime and minerality. Good fresh style, simple, easy, but not very long in the mouth with hint of bitterness on the end. Too bitter. HP - Very pale yellow green. Straw and wheaty nose with bright aromas of lemon and acacia. Elegant and very feminine bouquet. Refreshing palate, well balanced, lime and lemon ﬂavors, mineral touch and peppery taste. MS - Super pale. Thin and quick. No impression. RD - Clear pale straw. Simple, light, pear aromas on the nose. Dry and light bodied, short. Light and fresh.

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80.6

80.4

80.2

WEINGUT POLSTERER

WEINGUT KURT HUMMEL

HOBBY WEINGUT SCHLAMBERGER

WEINGUT MAYER AM PFARRPLATZ & ROTES HAUS

WEINGUT LUDWIG GRUBER

Rosenberg (372)

Hummel 9 (447)

Wachau Grü (401)

Rotes Haus (381)

Weinviertel DAC Selection Klassik (399)

AL - Vivid nose with citrus notes and grapefruit. Crispy palate, good freshness, medium length. Pleasant and fruity.

AL - Young and zesty nose, citrus and white fruit. Fresh palate, good grip and spicy notes, fairly long.

AL - Floral nose, white pear and spicy notes. Fresh palate, pleasant and fruity, medium length.

AL - Young and floral nose, some artificial aromas. Fresh palate, green fruit, some bitter notes, quite abrupt finish.

AL - Aromatic, green and Sauvignon-like bouquet. Zesty palate, lemon and lime, not great, but refreshing.

DL - Luminous very pale yellow. Fresh lemony nose with minerality and hint of lees. Round, fresh fruit ﬂavors, light wine with simple palate, good length. Poor.

DL - Luminous pale straw yellow. Racy, classy nose, prune, aniseed, grass and lime aromas. Elegant and mellow sensations, good vivid freshness, medium body, complex overall. Nicely complex.

DL - Luminous pale yellow with green sheens. Medium intensity, lime, apple and grapefruit nose. Fresh attack, crispy style, nice vivid structure, very fresh acidity on the body. Vivid.

DL - Very luminous pale green yellow. Cat’s pee, gooseberry, minerality, gun ﬂint. Nice fresh, vivid mouth, very dry and crisp. Long fresh ﬁnish. Too crisp.

HP - Pale yellow straw. No elegance in the bouquet, leafy and dry herbs. More fruit ﬂavors in the mouth, lime and green apple, good acidity, quite short.

HP - Very pale yellow straw. Poor aromatic expression, light fruit, lemon and minty notes. Smooth and fresh acidity on the palate, well balanced, short ﬁnish, but caressing mouth feel, lime lemon and light mineral ﬂavors.

DL - Pale straw yellow with green sheens. Mature nose with honey, wax and ripe fruit, roasted apple notes. Mellow attack, good, fresh acidity, attractive contrast between mellowness and freshness, medium body and good length. Very attractive !

HP - Pale yellow green. Light fermentation aromas, yeasty with dry fruit, light mineral touch on the nose. Smooth, delicate palate, low acidity, light minerality, steely flavors. MS - Pale yellow. Very light, under powered. Only pleasant. RD - Clear light green yellow. Herbal and pine nose. Dry and clean palate, candied fruit flavors, soft acidity, medium to short finish. Light weight and clean.

MS - Green. Salty and mineral. Under ripe fruit gives a sour impression. Too green. RD - Clear to bright yellow. Lean, herbaceous and short nose. Dry and tired fruit, short. OK average.

MS - Pale. Herbs, salt, minerality and acidity. No thanks. RD - Clear pale yellow. Recessed and lean, herbal nose. Dry and medium bodied, candied fruit, shy acidity, short ﬁnish. OK but short.

HP - Very pale yellow green. Neutral nose, dusty and wheaty. Poor elegance. Very light palate with discreet white fruit flavors, well balanced, but not really expressive. MS - Pale green. Lovely menthol notes. Very delicately flavored with fine finish to palate. Very pleasant indeed ! RD - Bright pale straw. Light, petrol tone, herbal nose with touch of alcohol. Dry and musty, medium, herbaceous finish.

HP - Pale yellow green. Fresh nose of mango, litchi, pineapple and white peach, quite persistent. Crisp acidity, grassy, short ﬁnish. Lacks complexity. Atypical. MS - Pale. Herbal, Sancerrelike nose. Medium body, salty mouth and tart end. Astringent and light. RD - Bright yellow. Grassy, herbaceous, Sauvignon Blanclike. Nose. Dry and medium bodied, gooseberry ﬂavors, medium length. Herbal, dry and fruity.

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2 0 0 6 V I N T A G E UP TO 12.9% VOL. OF ALCOHOL

80.2

87.6

87.2

WEINGUT ALLRAM

WEINGUT WEIXELBAUM

WEINGUT MÜLLNER

WEINGUT HIRSCH

WINZERHOF SAX

Gaisberg (429)

Alte Reben (346)

Spiegel (261)

(255)

Zwillingslauser (258)

AL - Spicy nose, yellow fruit. Quite sweet palate, some bitter notes. Lacks some freshness to be really good.

AL - Young and zesty nose. Yellow fruit on palate, some citrus peel bitterness, balanced acidity and medium length.

AL - Fresh nose, grapefruit, citrus, some minerality. Palate is crispy with good bite, ﬁne structure and also length.

AL - Ripe nose, yellow fruit and ﬁne spiciness. Good body, nice citrusy bite, fresh yet with unctuous fruit, long ﬁnish. Generous fruit, yet very zesty.

AL - Very pure and fresh nose, ripe citrus and apricot. Good structure, ripe fruit and crisp acidity, quite long.

DL - Luminous rich yellow green. Fresh and complex nose, hay, lemon and apple. Nice, fresh attack, good, mellow structure, vivid ﬁnish, good length. Mellow ! HP - Bright yellow gold. Sulfur. Very pungent ! Short. Not a friendly wine at all. MS - Light gold. Citrusy with hard acidity. Unappealing. RD - Vibrant green yellow. Herbal and vegetal. Dry and light, delicate pear fruit ﬂavors, soft acidity, short end. Light and simple.

DL - Pale green yellow, very light intensity and brightness. Subtle nose, hint of fresh herbs, touch of mint, tinge of lime. Nice bitter attack, supported by fresh acidity, good structure, not really complex, but well made. Good wine. HP - Pale yellow green. High minerality bouquet, fresh mint, flint and rocky aromas, hint of litchi. Touch of sulfur on the palate, smooth with moderate acidity, short finish. MS - Pale. Flavorless. A glass of acidity. RD - Bright yellow. Baked apple nose, very inviting. Dry, mineral and herbal palate, pine notes, nice acidity, medium finish. Good wine, both bouquet and palate.

DL - Pale green yellow, very luminous color. Closed, sulfur nose. Good crispy palate, well balanced, nice freshness and good fruit flavors, medium body. Straightforward and good. HP - Pale yellow gold. Very fresh, minty, mineral character, acacia notes and green herbs, melon too on bouquet. Smooth, elegant, crisp acidity, minerality and some grassy flavors, soft finish in the mouth. MS - Pale yellow. Light weight. Good dryness. Peppery at the end. Nice style and structure. RD - Clear pale yellow. Herbal, green, minty aromatics. Dry palate, full bodied, good acidity, rich and long finish. Big, full, herbal and lingering.

DL - Pale yellow gold, both very intense and luminous. Open and mature nose, ripe fruit, reasonable aromas and good minerality. Well made wine, low acidity, full rounded palate, good lengthy persistence, sweet aromatic flavors, full bodied wine. Somehow remains reasonable, no more. HP - Light yellow gold. Good mineral presence, flinty character with lemon and touch of florality on the nose. Great, vivacious acidity, very mineral flavors, lemon zest, apple, peach with tangerine marmalade in the mouth. MS - Yellow. Pears on nose and in the mouth. Fine balance with very fresh finish. Nice weight. Very tasty and well made. RD - Brilliant intense yellow green. Mineral nose, forward and linear. Dry and crisp, apple and pear palate, nice acidity, lengthy finish. Nice balance, very nice aromatics, long finish. I love it !!

DL - Pale gold with green reflections. Nice elegant green aromas of lime, apple and grapefruit on the nose. Good fresh palate, nice body, aniseed flavor, medium bodied, straightforward expression, but good length. Simplicity. HP - Pale yellow green. Intense and fresh aromas of white flowers, acacia notes on elegant nose. Good presence in the mouth, very feminine, caressing and fresh acidity, very well balanced, moderate length. Very nice. MS - Pale yellow. Great classic flavors, nicely balanced. Clean finish. Very tasty and clean. RD - Bright yellow green. Herbal alcoholic nose. Forward, rich on the palate, nice acidity, fine length. Big and bold, power and aromatics.

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87.2

85.8

85.6

85.2

84.6

WEINGUT ZÖHRER

BIO-WEINGUT GEYERHOF

WINZERHOF SAX

PANNONISCHE WEINGÄRTNER NEUSIEDLERSEE

WEINGUT EITZINGER

Gigant (260)

Hoher Rain (256)

Spiegel (262)

Gaudium Vinum Galos (259)

Steinhaus (254)

AL - Ripe nose, yellow fruit and spice. Unctuous and full palate, nice spiciness, rich and long ﬁnish.

AL - Generous nose, ripe yellow fruit. Good structure on the palate, juicy acidity, ripe fruit and long ﬁnish.

AL - Light and fruity nose. The palate is spicy with some citrus bitter notes, good freshness and medium length.

DL - Green yellow, very pale and brilliant. Apple and lime on subtle nose. Round mouth, good vivid CO² presence, good length and medium body. Fruity and balanced.

DL - Pale green yellow, very luminous. Delicate nose, herb, citrus and lees aromas. Round attack, good, crispy sensation in the mouth, green apple ﬂavors, nice structure, but light style and medium length. Medium expression.

DL - Very pale yellow green, luminous color. Subtle nose, elegant and racy, nice mature fruit, apple and pear. Very classy mouth, balanced with long persistence, nice bitterness. Well made. What a nice wine !

AL - Quite ripe and creamy nose, yellow fruit and some yeasty notes. Good body and freshness, some bitter notes, quite long ﬁnish.

AL - Very pure and elegant nose, minerality, citrus notes and yellow fruit. Good grip on the palate, fine spiciness, firm in the mouth with long finish. DL - Pale golden green yellow, good luminosity. Open nose, fruity aromas, hint of yellow plum and lemon. Good roundness on palate, long and balanced flavors, medium body with nice length. Simply good.

HP - Pale yellow gold. Elegant, delicate nose of fresh mineral aromas, good persistence. Smooth, very ripe, pineapple, banana, long ﬁnish with good, fresh acidity.

HP - Bright yellow straw. Very nice nose of candy, lime and passion fruit, quite persistent. Fresh mineral, caressing acidity, vivacious palate with vibrant elegance, ﬂoral and white peach notes, hint of litchi. Fine wine.

DL - Green gold with good intensity. Very developed nose of freshness, gun ﬂint and ripe apple aromas. Mellowness dominates on the palate, but nice crisp freshness gives a nice persistency to the well balanced, medium bodied wine. Good body.

HP - Medium intense yellow gold. Ripe apricot, sweet apple nose. Very intense apricot ﬂavors with lime character, long and sweet ﬁnish in mouth.

MS - Pretty yellow. Packed with ﬂavor. Good crispness and length. Delicious.

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RD - Vibrant yellow green. Forward ripe apricot, apple nose. Dry, fruity and rich palate, balanced acidity, nice ﬁnish. Well made, fresh and lively.

MS - Yellow. Pleasant sweet fruit. Clean dry ﬁnish. Medium weight. Nice light example. RD - Bright light yellow. Lean and mineral nose, steely tones. Dry and fruity palate, good acidity, refreshing and medium length. Minerality on the nose, fruity and crisp in mouth.

MS - Pale yellow. Pretty ﬂavors, but falls off quickly. Starts well, ﬁnishes short. RD - Pale straw, green hue. Forward fruit nose, stone fruit. Dry and fruity palate, clean and crisp acidity, medium length. Nicely balanced, rich on palate.

HP - Pale yellow gold. Ripe apricot nose with light flintiness, lemon and green apple in the end. Quite refreshing on the palate, light and well balanced. MS - Yellow green. Light weight. Under powered flavor. Clean, but slight bodied. Light weight. RD - Vibrant yellow. Delicate nose, ripe pear notes, caramel. Dry and full palate with ripe flavors, good acidity, medium length. Full flavored and full bodied balance.

HP - Pale yellow green. Very light aromas of lime, pear on short persistency nose. Good balance, moderate acidity, relatively short in mouth with citrus and green apple flavors. MS - Pale green. Fruit and whiff of sulfur. Nice flavor and balance. Pleasant. RD - Vibrant pale yellow. Fresh apple and pear, forward and delicate nose. Dry and fresh palate, balanced acidity, clean and medium long finish. Balanced, fresh and lively.

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84.4

82.4

81.8

81.6

81.4

WEINGUT NASTL

BIOWEINGUT ZILLINGER

SZIGETI – SEKTKELLEREI

WEINGUT JURTSCHITSCH – SONNHOF

MARTIN ARNDORFER

Kittmannsberg Lagenwein (265)

Weinviertel DAC Kellerberg (251)

Brut (257)

Steinhaus (252)

Strasser Weinberge (263)

AL - Ripe yellow fruit on the nose. Nice palate with citrus and juicy acidity, fair length.

AL - Citrus nose, young fruit and some herbal notes. Very fresh, quite light palate with crisp ﬁnish.

AL - (Sparkling) young bubbles. Citrus and white fruit on the nose. Some sweetness on the palate, young and creamy “mousse”, some spicy notes, fair length.

AL - Quite tropical nose, pineapple and yellow fruit. Ripe palate with good freshness, pleasant fruit, good grip, rather long ﬁnish.

AL - Generous nose, ripe citrus, stone fruit and some waxy notes. Quite light palate, some bitter notes, rather short ﬁnish.

DL - Pale yellow green with silver notes. Very developed nose, hint of nutty aromas. (Barrel ?) Very rounded palate, nice mellowness, good maturity, stylish and distinguished, full bodied wine. Another expression of Grüner Veltliner.

DL - Golden green with nice intensity. Ripe fruit nose of roasted apple, herb and vegetal notes. Crispy attack, nice body, vivid ﬁnish, supported by touch of bubbles. Elegant wine.

DL - Pale straw yellow with green sheens. Delicate fruit nose, hint of lime. Balanced palate with nice mellow sensations, good crispy ﬁnish and good length. Lemony and fruity. HP - Very bright yellow straw. Discreet aromas of hay and straw, grapefruit, melon and orange zest on nose. Delicate in the mouth, crisp acidity, herbal touch, light peppery notes, short ﬁnish.

DL - Very pale yellow with green sheens. Open, racy nose, but more along vegetal and herbal aromatic lines. Vivid attack, good body, majority of the acidity dominate the palate, some hint of developing bitter notes. Simple, bitter and fresh. HP - Intense yellow gold. Intense pea aromas, green apple, almost sweet banana nose. Delicate in the mouth, gracious and racy, long ﬁnish.

MS - Pale yellow. Medium ﬂavor and body. Nice ﬁnish and style. Light, but tasty.

MS - Very pale. Under powered, falls off quickly. Simple and light.

RD - Vibrant light yellow. Waxy on the nose, apricot. Full bodied and dry palate, fruity with clean acidity, lengthy. Full bodied long wine.

RD - Brilliant light yellow. Herbal and short nose. Dry palate, full bodied, soft acidity, medium short ﬁnish. Good, herbal and full bodied.

DL - Pale green yellow sparkling with good foam and tiny bubbles. Delicate nose of lime, rose and herbs. Elegant wine, nice bubbles, caramelized flavor on finish, a touch flat on end, light length. Simple Sekt. HP - Thin bubbles, regular fizziness, small creamy swirl, quite elegant aspect of medium intensity, bright yellow gold. Very nice floral aromas, elegant and delicate nose. Smoky and mineral in mouth, aggressive acidity. The palate is dissociated from the nose. MS - Gently moving «pétillant» bubble movement. Clean yellow. Delicate flavors, clean exit. Medium palate weight. Interesting wine. RD - Bright yellow, sparkling hue. Vibrant, effervescent nose. Limited fruit notes. Tart, creamy and slight palate, dry finish. Sparkling, light and short.

HP - Bright yellow green. Very fresh dry herb aromas, straw with flinty notes, minerals with violets on the nose. Very ripe flavors of banana, pomegranate, green plum, roasted pineapple and apricot, long finish. MS - Yellow. Pimiento bouquet. Light flavors and finishes quickly. Makes no impression. RD - Bright and yellow. Tropical nose. Dry palate and soft acidity, light bodied, astringent finish, lacks balance.

HP - Medium intense yellow gold. Smoky and mineral nose with touch of ﬂint. Fresh and crisp, light body, fresh apple and pear ﬂavors in mouth, slightly grassy in the end. MS - Pretty yellow. Thin and weak. Simple and too light. RD - Vibrant greenish yellow. Elegant, recessed nose, notes of baked apple and stone fruit. Dry palate of ripe fruit, apricots, nice and clean acidity, lengthy on end. Big and bold and cleansing.

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94.4

94.2

91.6

WEINGUT SCHLOSS GOBELSBURG

WEINGUT ALZINGER

WEINGUT BERNHARD OTT

WEINGUT FRANZ HIRTZBERGER

WEINGUT EHMOSER

Lamm (590)

Reserve (592)

Der Ott (539)

Honivogl (618)

Aurum (593)

AL - Complex nose, stone and minerality aromas, elegant stone fruit touches. Excellent structure and freshness, very pure and long with good extract. Superb. Pristine and mineral.

AL - Elegant nose, minerality and stone fruit aromas, touch of acacia honey notes.

AL - Rich nose, rich stone fruit, minerality and florality aromas. Elegant bouquet. Very unctuous palate, good density and ripe fruit, fresh acidity, spicy with some mineral notes, really long finish. Very good now, yet fine potential ahead !

AL - Very pure nose, minerality and ripe, stone fruit. Stony notes on the palate with bright acidity. Very long, great purity, succulent fruit ﬂavors, astonishing length. Superb potential. Majestic wine.

AL - Ripe and slightly smoky nose, rich fruit. Fresh palate, some creamy notes, good fruit and length.

DL - Very luminous gold green. Fresh, citrusy nose of lime and green apple, minerality and freshness. Amazing wine, rich and full, deep structure, nice bitterness and acidity, long, lengthy persistence. Impressive wine. HP - Bright yellow green. Light, but elegant nose, white pepper and litchi aromas, fresh peas and fresh banana, quite long. Superb in the mouth, great vivacity, long complexity. Pristine minerality. MS - Gold. Mature and delicious fruit ﬂavors. Great grip at the end. Very stylish and attractive. RD - Brilliant green yellow. Elegant and intense nose with ripe fruit aromas. Dry and clean, balanced with perfect acidity, lengthy overall. Nearly perfect Grüner Veltliner !

DL - Intense gold yellow with green sheens. Rich nose with mature and very ripe aromas of apple, rather overripe and late harvest style. Full and rich attack, nice purity, long and persistent length. Perfect maturity and balance. WOW ! Please ﬁll my glass. HP - Medium yellow gold. Light aromas of straw. No elegance on the bouquet. Almost sweet attack in mouth, good minerality and richness, intense and long. Super ripeness. MS - Brilliant gold. Large style with great length and punch. Super example. RD - Brilliant deep yellow green. Lean, rich and elegant nose. Dry and full, great palate of ripe fruit, long, very long ﬁnish. Outstanding !

DL - Very gold yellow with green sheens. Distinguished nose with grass, lime and minerality. Round and full attack, good mellowness, low, but balanced acidity, medium body, good length. What we need is THIS for good Grüner. HP - Yellow gold. Very low varietal expression, low persistence nose. Much more interesting mouth, lemon, ripe apple and banana ﬂavors, long, well balanced and racy. Lower score because of bouquet. MS - Green gold. Rich, ripe aromas. Great intensity and length. Super fresh and long. Breathtaking structure and power. The bomb ! RD - Vibrant light golden. Ripe apricot aromas on full and rich, intense nose. Dry and full, ripe fruit ﬂavors, medium bodied palate, clean and lengthy. Well made.

DL - Intense gold with green sheens. Subtle nose of ripe fruit, hint of minerality. Fresh and bitter taste, good length, well balanced palate with bitter finish. Good, bitter maturity. HP - Bright yellow gold. Discreet citrusy aromas on low persistent nose. Good balance with fresh acidity and light finish to palate, minty and apricot flavors. MS - Brilliant gold. Beautiful and round with fine structure. Very fine example. RD - Vibrant light gold. Intense nose of ripe apricot aromas. Dry and full, forward and rich, long palate. Big and intense, well made wine.

DL - Luminous pale yellow gold. Fresh fruity, oaky nose, tasty aromas and nutty notes. Round attack, gentle style, rich and full, well made with very nice bitterness, long and persistent length. Gentle, rich and mature. HP - Pale yellow gold. Great nose of very delicate ﬂoral aromas with touch of oak. Lemon and orange zest, white coconut notes on the palate, great balance, racy wine with moderate length. An example of balance and elegance. MS - Yellow. Gorgeous fruit and minerality. Super, clean ending. Good. RD - Rich and yellow. Ripe apricot nose. Dry and down to earth palate, good acidity, medium length. Dry and clean and well made.

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91.6

91.4

91.2

WEINGUT NIGL

WEINGUT FRANZ HIRTZBERGER

HOBBY-WEINGUT SCHLAMBERGER

TEGERNSEERHOF

WEINGUT JURTSCHITSCH – SONNHOF

Privat (614)

Axpoint (526)

Grand Grü (588)

Bergdistel (513)

Schenkenbichl 589)

AL - Very ripe nose, mandarin and apricot aromas with pineapple notes. Lovely structure on the palate, long, broad and spicy, ﬁne minerality and ripe stone fruit, very good. Luscious.

AL - Unctuous nose, mango and peach, some waxy notes. Very powerful palate, lovely freshness, pristine with good concentration and amazing length. Great potential, super complex.

AL - Quite spicy nose, mellow fruit. Good grip on the palate, grapefruit and fresh lemon ﬂavors, nice spiciness on ﬁnish.

AL - Very mineral nose, vibrant with elegant fruit aromas. Full bodied with succulent fruit, yet with good crispiness and minerality, very long ﬁnish. Vivacity. Vivid and elegant!

AL - Very ripe nose, honey and tropical fruit. Full bodied palate with dense fruit, balanced with nice freshness, ﬁrm and long ﬁnish, excellent structure. Juicy and ripe.

DL - Bright and intense very gold color. Tangerine aromas, orange peel and matured ripe fruit notes. Full and mellow attack, very nice bitterness, good, fresh ﬁnish. Exotic.

DL - Luminous and intense, very gold yellow. Fresh and subtle nose of grass, minerality, pear and ripe apple. Vivid attack, really nice fruity sensation, complex mouth with attractive freshness. Not really full, but elegant. Classy and fruity.

HP - Bright yellow gold. Botrytis nose of ripe pineapple and roasted banana, apricot and tangerine “impériale” aromas. Great minerality with peach and passion fruit flavors. Great balance, dry and quite long. MS - Yellow gold. Botrytis nose. Huge fruit vinified dry. Great length and balance. Excellent and dry. RD - Vibrant deep yellow. Forward and intense, ripe apricot aromas. Dry and big, forward and concentrated, ripe fruit flavors, intense and lengthy finish. Big and intense, a “groovy” Grüner Veltliner.

HP - Pale yellow gold with green to rim. Ripe, apricot aromas, ripe pomegranate nose of good length. Nice elegant acidity, good minerality, stony and flinty mouth, great length, flavors of fresh lemon zest. MS - Green gold. Ripe and fresh. Very lively and full flavored. Clean and crisp end. Delicious and racy. RD - Vibrant deep yellow. Delicate and recessed nose, apricot notes. Dry and crisp, clean with minerality, short to medium length. Nice and well made.

DL - Intense gold yellow with green sheens. Rich nose of ripe apple and lime aromas, green hints. Full attack, citrus taste, long length of balanced palate, good freshness and bitterness. One of the top ones ! HP - Medium intense yellow gold. Rich stone fruit nose with high minerality, moderate persistence. Rich and generous volume on complex palate, intense ﬁnish with minerality and citrusy notes. MS - Gold. Spice and herbal nose. Rich and round fruit, tight ﬁnish. Minerality and length. RD - Brilliant deep yellow. Restrained, yet intense, apricot nose. Dry and mineral, elegant and long. Great, “groovy”, elegance.

DL - Medium intense golden yellow. Very mineral nose with fresh aromas of apple and attractive hint of slate. Rich and balanced palate, long length and good maturity of nice, ripe fruit flavors. Very nicely balanced wine. HP - Light yellow gold. Light tones of minerality, stone fruit, persistent nose. Long in mouth, crisp acidity, superb fruitiness, white peach flavors, floral touch is very elegant. MS - Green gold. Fine flavors with super balance, all the way. Fresh and mineral, almost perfect. RD - Vibrant yellow green. Ripe apricot and crème brûlée aromas on elegant nose. Dry, mineral and rich palate. Elegant bouquet, fine palate of minerality and richness.

DL - Golden yellow with intense green sheens. Delicate nose, weak, but subtle minerality. Round attack, full mouth, rich structure, very well made palate, nice hints of bitterness and freshness. Good standard of Grüner Veltliner. HP - Pale yellow green. Great freshness of minerality, white flower aromas. Good volume in the mouth with lively acidity, very nice balance. MS - Gold. Fine mouth with clean, fresh flavors. Sharply focused. Very fine. RD - Vibrant light gold. Rich and intense nose, ripe pear and apricot aromas. Dry and fruity, rich and balanced, clean palate, lengthy finish. Big and ripe and luscious.

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90.4

WEINGUT BERNHARD OTT

WEINGUT HUBER

WEINGUT PROIDL

WEINGUT FRANZ HIRTZBERGER

WEINGUT BAUER CHRISTOPH

Rosenberg Reserve (521)

Berg (583)

Senftenberger Gärtling Reserve (450)

Smaragd Rotes Tor (525)

Privat 2006 (574)

AL - Very luscious, yet elegant nose, ﬂoral with ripe stone fruit, spicy notes. Very full palate, excellent balance, opulent fruit balanced by crispy acidity. Very long ﬁnish. Great potential.

AL - Very elegant nose, minerality and young fruit aromas with some spicy notes. Very good structure, crispy and mineral palate, elegant fruit, very long ﬁnish. Good stuff ! “Groovy” !

AL - Very opulent nose, honey and tropical fruit, mango and papaya. Sweet palate, very concentrated, luscious with nice fresh balance, very long ﬁnish. Atypical, but good; luscious on the tongue.

AL - Very opulent nose, ripe stone fruit, minerals and some honeyed notes. Very structured palate, dense fruit, good freshness, spicy mineral tones, very long persistence. Great stuff ! Brilliant.

AL - Smoky nose, grapefruit, peach and some oaky notes. Rich palate, good freshness, some creamy notes, well balanced, oak notes, fairly long.

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DL - Very bright pale gold yellow. Rich nose of minerality, dense fruit and complexity. Good and full mouth, very complex, minerality, long length. Amazing Grüner Veltliner.

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HP - Medium yellow gold. Discreet aromas of roasted pineapple. Fresh acidity, good minerality, quite short.

DL - Luminous and very intense golden color. Ripe nose of apple and sweet fruits. Rich attack, full palate, good bitter taste, long and persistent, nice, typical bitter Grüner Veltliner ﬂavors, lengthy ﬁnish. Good bitterness.

DL - Very bright, golden yellow. Rich and complex nose of maturity, ripe apple and honey. Very round and velvety attack, off dry wine, rich and long length ﬁnishes on caramelized fruit ﬂavors. Full bodied wine. Rich and off dry.

HP - Medium intense yellow green. Nose of rubbed gum, lacks freshness. Fresh on the palate, crisp acidity, lively wine.

HP - Intense gold yellow. Very ripe nose of dry almond, apricot notes, opulent and persistent. Very rich palate, touch of sweetness, great acidity, long ﬁnish, very powerful mineral ﬂavors.

DL - Intense and very bright golden yellow. Rich and ripe nose of roasted apple, honey with hint of minerality. Round, full, rich bitterness that provides a lingering and complete mouth, ﬁnishes with nice acidity. Full, green Grüner Veltliner.

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MS - Yellow gold. Fine ﬂavors, not overblown. Wonderful balance and restraint. Elegant and dry. RD - Bright deep yellow. Light pear aromas, baked apple nose. Dry and full palate with ripe fruit, good acidity, lingering. I like this one !!

MS - Bright gold. Very ﬂavorful. Super structure with good length. Very ﬁne. RD - Brilliant light gold. Rich and intense nose of slight Botrytis and ripe apricot aromas. Dry and full, forward and tangy palate, long and lingering. Big and bold, rich and luscious.

MS - Golden. Ripe and rich, dense and long. Great length. Ripe and rich. RD - Vibrant to brilliant deep gold. Honey, concentrated and rich, ripe apricot nose. Opulent, semi-sweet palate, clean and lengthy. Golden color, honey, concentrated and semi-sweet.

HP - Medium intense yellow gold. Intense, ripe apple and lime lemony aromas of good length. Fresh acidity, great minerality, white pepper, moderate persistence, medium bodied wine. Very nice ! MS - Yellow green gold. Bracing acidity. Super fresh and spicy, clean crisp ﬁnish. Very racy. RD - Brilliant light gold. Rich and concentrated, ripe fruit nose of good intensity. Dry and full and crisp with very nice minerality. Rich and powerful and elegant.

DL - Very bright pale gold with green sheens. Oaky nose, toasted and fresh bread aromas with hint of fruit. Round and mellow attack, fat and flat palate, overly rich flavors, but well made wine. Oaky, but OK. HP - Pale yellow gold. Very soft nose of blond caramel, white chocolate aromas, slightly toasty hints, notes of green apple and lemon. Great acidity, pear and lime flavors, quite long palate. Atypical, but very well made. MS - Yellow. Spice bouquet. Giant flavor and super length. Spicy and fine. RD - Bright light yellow. Floral and elegant nose with oaky aromas. Dry and rich palate with long, persistent length. Big, and massive oaky, wine.

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90.2

SCHLOßWEINGUT GRAF HARDEGG

WEINGUT FJ GRITSCH MAURITIUSHOF

WEINGUT JURTSCHITSCH – SONNHOF

WEINGUT STEFAN LEOPOLD

WEINGUT RABL

Reserve vom Schloss (486)

Smaragd Singerriedel (591)

Spiegel Reserve (611) (611)

Reserve (617)

G. (540)

AL - Generous and rather tropical, yellow fruit nose. Good structure on palate, slightly creamy, yet fresh, unctuous and long ﬁnish.

AL - Attractive nose, stone fruit and minerality aromas. Luscious palate, spicy with good freshness with ripe and long aftertaste. DL - Medium intensity and luminous gold green. Fresh, distinguished nose, bitter hint, grass and less aromas, minerality tones. Massive attack, full and ripe palate, nice bitter taste, low, but integrated freshness. Rich wine.

AL - Unctuous and creamy nose, ripe fruit and peach aromas. Broad palate, some vanilla and oak ? Good structure and length. Lacks some freshness.

AL - Ripe nose, tropical fruit and ﬁne spiciness. Some bitter notes on palate, spicy quite long aftertaste.

DL - Gold yellow with green sheens. Rich nose of ripe fruit, apple and roasted fruit. Nice and complex mouth, full body, well balanced, nice contrast between fresh fruit and ripe ﬂavors, good freshness. Elegant.

AL - Ripe and tropical nose, honey notes. Very broad palate, stone fruit ﬂavors, creamy texture with some spicy notes, long and rich ﬁnish, balanced freshness. Unctuous wine.

HP - Medium intense yellow green. Light touch of oak, toasted bread nose with citrusy, lemon and pineapple aromas, quite long. The oak is very gentle, bringing extra dimension, great balance in mouth, lively, lingering ﬁnish. Very nice wine.

HP - Medium yellow green. Ripe fruit nose of apricot and roasted pineapple. Generous palate with smooth acidity, great minerality, quite long.

DL - Very intense gold, very bright. Complex nose of caramelized fruit, hint of minerality. Full and rich attack, ripe fruit, caramel note, high bitterness, low acidity, good and fresh ﬁnish. High oxidation level.

DL - Intense and luminous gold yellow. Rich and mature nose of fruit with hint of freshness with lime and caramel aromas. Powerful and rich attack, very ripe mouth, well balanced, nice bitter taste, very long persistent length. Massive wine.

HP - Moderate orange gold. Overripe nose of apricot, conﬁt banana, long aromas. Generous and smooth in mouth, fresh acidity in the mid palate, orange marmalade notes, citrusy ﬂavors, quite long.

HP - Medium yellow gold. Very lime and lemony aromas with light toasted oak notes, moderate nose. Well balanced palate, delicate mouth feel, blond tobacco, dry almond paste notes and hint of coconut.

MS - Yellow gold. Super clear. Ripe and long with huge off dry ﬁnish. Delicious and very ﬁne.

MS - Yellow gold. Haunting dried fruit bouquet. Rich, ripe, round and smooth to the end. Incredible impression. Perfectly made. Mind blowing structure and ﬁnesse. Other worldly !

MS - Yellow green. Fine ﬂavors loaded with spice. Laser sharp ﬁnish. Clean and super fresh. RD - Brilliant deep yellow. Lean, elegant and mineral bouquet. Dry palate, caramelized fruit, baked apple, nice acidity, clean and long. Highly recommended, exciting wine.

MS - Gold. Big mouth with loads of minerality and fruit. Spicy and tingling ﬁnish. Super fresh and delicious. RD - Brilliant light gold. Ripe and forward, caramel aromas. Dry and powerful, rich and balanced, lengthy palate. Bring on more !!!

RD - Vibrant deep yellow light gold. Elegant and rich nose with rich apricots aromas. Dry and full, rich and clean, balanced palate with lengthy ﬁnish. Well made. Bring on more !

RD - Vibrant deep yellow green. Intense and forward nose of ripe apricot. Dry and full, clean and mineral, short to medium palate. Good, balanced wine.

DL - Very luminous pale gold yellow. Aromatic nose of toast, apple and minerality. Round and full attack, good freshness, long and persistent ﬁnish. Truly and fully GOOOOD ! HP - Pale yellow gold. Caressing aromas of mineral, ﬂoral and passion fruit. Light hint of wood ? MS - Golden green. Rich and crisp. Harmonious blend of components. Great length and power. Super power and structure. RD - Vibrant yellow. Ripe pear on forward nose. Dry and crisp, clean and fruity, very nice minerality, medium length, slightly herbal on end. Good wine with cleansing palate.

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89.8

89.6

WEINGUT MALAT

WEINGUT JAMEK

WEINGUT JURTSCHITSCH – SONNHOF

WEINGUT SCHLOSS GOBELSBURG

WEINGUT LUDWIG EHN

Das Beste vom Veltliner (581)

Smaragd Ried Achleiten (613)

Dechant Alte Reben (541)

Renner (482)

Titan (599)

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AL - Ripe nose, tropical fruit, pineapple and honey aromas. Good grip on palate, fresh and mineral with very good length. DL - Very intense gold yellow. Botrytis nose, minerality and ripe apple aromas. Rich and full mouth, long and well balanced, nice bitterness. Auslese Trocken ? Good wine.

AL - Good ripeness on nose, stone fruit and some grapefruit notes. Very full palate, dense fruit and some good spiciness, pleasant with long ﬁnish.

AL - Elegant nose, minerality and stone fruit. Very pure. Excellent structure, incredible freshness, ripe fruit and minerality, splendid length. Great potential. Wine from the rocks that rock !!

AL - Ripe fruit on nose, lightly smoky aromas. Quite bitter palate, yet fresh with yellow fruit, quite long.

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AL - Very complex nose, floral aromas with rich and fruity, apricot and minerality notes. Very broad with firm acidity, long and pure and mineral finish, very good palate. Very good wine.

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HP - Light yellow gold. Nose of overripe, Botrytis, apricot and roasted apple aromas. Dry in the mouth, flabby, lacks finesse. MS - Yellow gold. Rieslinglike nose. Fine flavors, off dry finish ! Good length. Very tasty. RD - Brilliant light gold. Intense, honey and rich nose with Botrytis aromas. Dry and full, rich and intense palate with great acidity and lengthy finish. As good as it gets.

DL - Luminous golden yellow. Fresh apple, ripe fruit, hint of lime nose. Good, fruity attack, nice freshness, very well integrated bitterness, mellow taste, but good wine. Good body. HP - Moderate yellow gold. Discreet minerality, fresh mine and straw mat aromas. Smooth and delicate mouth feel, caressing acidity, quite long finish with stone fruit flavors and steely tones. Very elegant. MS - Clear gold. Fine balance and length. Quite dry. Super dry example. RD - Brilliant light gold. Forward nose of ripe apricot. Dry and rich, powerful, yet elegant palate with lengthy finish. Big wine.

DL - Intense golden yellow. Fresh apple nose, hint of pear, hay and lees touches. Good bitter attack, nice body, well made, fine, lingering finish. Balanced. Classic wine. HP - Medium intensity yellow gold. Discreet aromas. Crisp acidity on palate, white pepper, medium length, florality with pear flavors. Classic style. MS - Green gold. Rich and ripe. Loaded with minerality, laser sharp crispiness. Super example ! RD - Vibrant deep yellow. Ripe pear, intense and complex nose. Dry and full, rich and clean, clean, ripe pear flavors repeated, lengthy palate. Big and deep Grüner Veltliner !

DL - Intense gold yellow with green sheens. Mature nose of ripe fruit, apple, caramelized yellow plum and fresh herbs. Full and complex mouth, all elements are rich and balanced, nice minerality and complexity, good fresh finish with fine length. This is freshness and balance personified ! HP - Pale yellow gold. Discreet aromas of almond paste, ripe banana, touch of light spice, lemon and white pepper. Delicate mouth, lemon and lime with minerality on finish. Great texture and good ripeness. MS - Yellow gold. Light flavored and meek. Not much there. RD - Bright light gold. Elegant and forward nose with white peach. Dry, full and forward with great acidity balance and length. Lovely wine. Bring on more !!!!

DL - Bright pale green yellow. Fresh fruit, green apple and pear notes on minerality nose, lemon aromas. Dry and crisp attack, fruity taste, nice mellowness, well balanced palate. Fruity wine. HP - Bright yellow straw. Elegant, intense passion fruit aromas with peach notes. Very feminine and persistent nose. Superb balance and finesse on palate with raciness and minerality, great quality and very fine length. MS - Pale straw. Beautiful fruit in fine balance with super freshness. Excellent crisp finish. Delicious and stylish. RD - Vibrant deep yellow. Recessed nose, rich and powerful aromas. Dry and full, clean and crisp palate, medium finish. Very good !

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89.4

89.2

WEINGUT BÖHEIM

WEINGUT STIFT GÖTTWEIG

WEINGUT KURT ANGERER

WEINGUT BRÜNDLMAYER

WEINGUT TAUBENSCHUSS

Reserve (477)

Gottschelle (567)

Loam (479)

Alte Reben (509)

MX Alte Reben (518)

AL - Vivid nose, some minerality, yellow fruit. Nice, ripe fruit, rather tropical, yet very fresh, long ﬁnish.

AL - Ripe nose, quite opulent with yellow plum. Good grip on palate, well balanced freshness with pleasant aftertaste.

AL - Spicy nose, creamy with stone fruit. Rich and ripe palate, creamy with good length, still fresh, lactic ﬁnish.

DL - Very luminous yellow gold. Fresh and complex nose, hint of wood, ripe apple aromas. Round attack, good balance, well integrated oaky ﬂavors, rich and long persistent length. Great !

DL - Intense and bright gold yellow. Mature nose of ripe fruit, apple and lime with minerality. Full rich mouth, good balanced body, long length, well made, lingering hint of bitterness. Top Grüner Veltliner.

DL - Very bright golden yellow. Rich maturity, ripe fruit, nice toasty hints, grassy aromas. Full attack, long and complex palate, good maturity of ﬂavors, well made wine in perfect balance. Groovy Grüner Veltliner !

AL - Quite ﬂoral nose, white pear and plum, a touch of minerality as well. Very structured palate, ripe fruit, minerality and refreshing acidity, very long aftertaste. Vivid and energetic, good potential. Vivid and energetic !

AL - Young and ﬂoral nose, grapefruit and honey. Full palate, rich fruit, quite low acidity, spicy and medium long ﬁnish.

HP - Pale yellow gold. High tones of minerality, minty notes, stone fruit and fresh rhubarb on nose. Great unctuous, good acidity, well balanced, quite long palate with fresh ﬁnish.

HP - Pale yellow green. Closed nose, ripe pineapple, slight touch of oak, lemon notes. Delicate in mouth, butter and white chocolate tones, great balance, moderate, lemony ﬁnish.

HP - Light yellow green. Medium intense aromas of butter, caramel, toasty notes and vanilla. Smooth and delicate, lemony palate, long finish. Could use slightly more depth. MS - Yellow gold. Full flavored with great body and length. Fine balance. Great example ! Clean and fresh. RD - Vibrant deep yellow. Light pear and minerality nose. Dry with ripe apricots, medium full, balanced palate with earthy finish of medium length. Well made and most attractive !

MS - Bright yellow. Clean, bright flavors, nice balance all the way. Clean and fine. RD - Vibrant yellow. Recessed nose with minerality and ripe pear aromas. Dry and very well balanced, medium body, clean palate with lengthy finish. Friendly, pleasant wine. More please !

MS - Yellow green. Vegetable compost nose. Ripe fruit with fresh ﬁnish on palate. Tangy black pepper. Exciting and delicious ! RD - Vibrant yellow. Elegant nose of stone fruit aromas. Dry and medium bodied, soft acidity, medium length. Good aromatics, elegant and balanced on palate.

DL - Pale gold yellow with green sheens. Complex nose, lemon and pineapple, apricot and lemon marmalade aromas. Fresh attack, vivid bitterness, short body, good fruit, fine minerality and good length. Quite complex and mineral finish. Nice wine from the “terroir”. HP - Pale yellow gold. Discreet aromas of green peas, leafy note with some minerality. Soft mouth, medium acidity, green herbs, lacks depth. MS - Yellow green. Delicious yellow fruit and bracing acidity. Very well worked out. Superb balance. Excellent freshness and style. RD - Vibrant deep yellow. Pear notes and lanolin on nose. Dry and forward palate with candied flavors, short to medium finish. Good, commercial wine.

DL - Rich gold yellow with green sheens. Full nose, minerality and freshness, ripe fruit aromas. Nice round attack, long mellow mouth, good minerality, fresh and mineral finish. Really mature and full. HP - Bright yellow. Intense aromas of peach, floral notes, acacia, fresh banana and light hint of passion fruit. Great minerality, in fact, superb minerality with fresh mint, well balanced, nice acidity. MS - Green gold. Ripe and rich bouquet. Fine flavors with amazing freshness. Delicious and excellent. RD - Bright deep green yellow. Forward ripe apricot nose. Full expression of palate and flavors, crème brûlée notes, long to finish. Great, big wine, lingering in length.

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89.2

88.8

WEINGUT GERALD UND ANDREA DIEM

WEINGUT JOHANN TOPF

WEINGUT WOLFGANG GROLL

WEINGUT ZÖHRER

WEINGUT SCHLOSS GOBELSBURG

K.N. (619)

Alte Reben (506)

Hiesberg Reserve (576)

Impuls (466)

Grub (542)

AL - Creamy nose with vanilla and oak. Fresh palate, ripe fruit and crispy ﬁnish.

AL - Very ripe and opulent, some oak and tropical fruit. The palate is rich and fat with ripe fruit and some creamy notes, yet balanced, quite long on end.

AL - Fresh nose, stone fruit and minerality. Opulent palate, some sweetness, well balanced, fairly long ﬁnish. Good ; slightly too sweet.

AL - Very ripe nose, honey, tropical fruit and spice. Rich palate, opulent fruit, yet ﬁrm structure with fresh acidity, long ﬁnish.

DL - Bright and intense, golden yellow. Rich nose of ripe fruit, apple notes, hint of freshness, lime aromas. Full and rich mouth, off dry wine, rich, residual sugar, low acidity. Too sweet on the mouth.

DL - Intense very gold yellow. Delicate, complex, mineral nose, nice apple, fruit aromas. Round attack, nice mouth feel, good bitterness, medium body, ripe apple ﬂavors. Simple.

AL - Very vibrant nose, tropical fruit, minerality and some light smoky notes. Excellent palate, good concentration, ripe stone fruit, minerality and bright freshness. Very complex with astonishing length. Pure and poised ! Great wine !

DL - Bright and intense gold yellow. Mature and caramelized aromas, hint of oak, toasted touches. Rich and full and caramelized taste, toffee flavors, long and persistent length with medium bodied. Caramelized overall. HP - Light yellow gold. Intense aromas of blond caramel and white chocolate nose. Vibrant and vivacious mouth, crisp acidity, short finish. MS - Yellow gold. Rich and deep fruit with fine acidity structure. Impressive length. Delicious and complex example. RD - Brilliant light gold. Intensely aromatic, elegant and powerful nose. Dry and full, rich and concentrated palate, big and lingering finish. Bid and powerful, rich and fruity, lengthy wine.

DL - Luminous and very intense golden yellow. Rich nose of toasty aromas, honey, too much wood. Smooth and elegant mouth, well integrated oak flavors, hint of caramelized flavors, long and persistent length. New World style. Is this a Grüner Veltliner ?? HP - Intense yellow gold. Rich, wood, partly new, aromas, notes of spice, vanilla and sweet apple. Smooth and balanced mouth, white chocolate and banana with good, blond caramel flavors. Relatively good acidity, despite the atypical style. MS - Ripe gold. Deeply spicy, ripe nose. Great grip and length. Off dry, but fine. Fresh, peppery finale. Unusually ripe, but very fine. RD - Vibrant and golden. Rich, honey nose, forward notes. Dry and full, rich and fat, rounded palate, ripe apricots, good acidity, attractive, long finish. Fantastic palate. Wine of the century !

HP - Moderate yellow gold. Nose of blond tobacco, white flower aromas and some fresh pear. Silky acidity palate with nice lime flavors on end, good finish. MS - Gold yellow. Falls short. Pleasant. RD - Brilliant deep yellow. Lean and elegant bouquet, ripe pear aromas. Dry and rich, forward and long palate, ripe fruit flavors, crème brûlée notes. Elegant and ripe, clean and lengthy.

HP - Medium intense yellow gold. High minerality, petroleum nose with ripe fruit, lengthy bouquet (almost Riesling-type). Luscious in mouth, racy with great balance, very long with delicate spiciness. MS - Brilliant gold. Bright Riesling-like nose. Full flavored with super balance. Load of crack black pepper on end. Delicious and very fine. RD - Vibrant gold. Ripe apricot nose, opulent bouquet. Dry, full and round, clean acidity, pear notes, lengthy finish. Alleluia !

DL - Very gold yellow with green sheens. Rich nose of bitterness, lees, beer aromas and minerality. Round attack, high bitterness taste, good acidity, medium body, good length. Bitter ! HP - Pale yellow gold. Fresh aroma of minerality, low expression, notes of green apple. Vivacious palate, great balance, mineral ﬁnish, long to end. MS - Yellow gold. Sweet and straightforward. Correct, but dull. RD - Vibrant deep yellow. Caramelized pear, rich and forward nose. Dry and full, rich and round, clean, lengthy palate. Caramelized pears ! Love it !

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88.8

88.6

WEINGUT ALLRAM

WEINGUT BRÜNDLMAYER

WEINGUT RUDI PICHLER

WEINGUT RABL

WEINGUT TAUBENSCHUSS

Gaisberg (569)

Ried Käferberg (570)

Smaragd Hochrain (600)

Käferberg (478)

Ried Tenn (502)

AL - Slightly smoky nose (oak presence ?). Quite creamy palate, some bitter notes, fair length.

AL - Ripe nose, minerality with quite tropical fruit. Full bodied palate, good mineral character and some creamy notes, ﬁrm aftertaste with long and fresh ﬁnish.

AL – Floral and minerality bouquet, good purity. Ripe fruit, very good freshness, minerality palate. Firm and long ﬁnish, nice structure. Stony and structure !

AL - Nice and pure nose, ripe stone fruit and some mineral notes. Ripe palate, some zesty notes, balanced freshness and long persistence.

AL - Young and spicy, citrus and grapefruit. Crispy palate, yellow fruit, fresh and quite long.

DL - Luminous pale gold yellow. Ripe nose of apple, pear, lime peel, notes of hay and lees. Refreshing attack, nice bitterness, good full body, medium length. Good classic wine with bitter ﬁnish.

DL - Bright pale green yellow. Fresh nose with green apple and lime with fresh herbs. Crisp attack, tartaric mouth, harsh palate, good length, hard acidity. Straightforward and vivid.

HP - Bright yellow gold. Almost light aromas of blond cigar, freshness on nose with touch of minerality. Fresh, vivacious acidity with steely character, hint of sweetness in the end.

HP - Pale yellow green. Discreet nose with hay, straw and fresh pear aromas. Fresh minerality on palate, white pepper notes, lemon ﬂavors, short ﬁnish.

DL - Pale yellow with green sheens. Minerality on nose, slate notes, hint of grass, hay, lime and green apple aromas. Fresh and crisp attack, nice lingering flavors in mouth, well balanced, long minerality finish. Good, mineral “terroir” wine. Nice, mineral wine. HP - Pale yellow green. Very floral, light minerality, mint aromas with medium long nose. Superb minerality, peppery notes, lime and lemon flavor, fresh palate. MS - Yellow. Large framed and long. Fine extraction and balance. Very charming. Super balance and grace. RD - Bright light yellow. Lean, stone fruit nose with minerality. Dry and crisp, flinty and lean palate, good acidity, medium finish. Lean and cool.

MS - Yellow. Delicious fruit. Fine follow though. Great balance and style. RD - Vibrant yellow. Light pear aromas on fresh nose. Dry and crisp and clean. Slightly acrid. Medium ﬁnish. Lean and elegant and fresh.

MS - Yellow. Delicately flavored with excellent freshness. Light, but fine and dry. RD - Vibrant yellow. Forward and intense nose with ripe pear aromas. Dry and full and clean palate, lengthy finish. Elegant and clean and lengthy.

DL - Very luminous pale gold. Ripe nose of roasted apple, cinnamon, fresh herbs. Fresh attack, nice freshness, well integrated bitterness, good length, medium body. Classic. HP - Yellow gold. Elegant, racy minerality, ripe fruit on long persistence bouquet. Racy and smooth palate, delicate and mineral notes, steely touch, great balance, green apple on end. MS - Yellow gold. Delicious ripeness and freshness. Super grip to the end. Very peppery. Correctly expressed and ﬁne. RD - Bright deep yellow. Forward nose, lanolin. Dry and medium bodied, soft acidity, medium length. Nice wine, well made.

DL - Intense and luminous, golden green. Delicate and complex nose with hint of minerality, lime and fresh apple. Round mouth, well balanced, nice crispiness, medium bodied with good, pleasant length. Good, complex Grüner Veltliner. HP - Intense yellow green. High minerality on nose, hint of sulfur, stone fruit, medium persistence. Dry and smooth palate, nice minerality, well balanced, medium body. MS - Yellow. Delicious, big flavors. Well balanced to the end. Great freshness and power. Good pepper blast on the end. Riveting and exciting. RD - Bright and vibrant deep yellow, light green tones. Herbal and grassy, forward nose. Dry to off dry and clean, crisp and full, green, grassy flavors, balanced acidity, medium long finish. Nicely refreshing and well made.

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88.4

WEINGUT KARL DIWALD

WEINGUT MACHHERNDL

WEINHOF GRILL

WEINGUT BIRGIT EICHINGER

WEINGUT WOLFGANG SEHER

Goldberg Reserve (584)

Smaragd Kollmitz (585)

Runa (501)

Goliath (604)

Grosse Reserve(608)

AL - Good fruit on nose, young and fresh. Grapefruit and citrus on palate, ﬁne freshness and length, nice purity.

AL - Quite opulent and ripe nose, stone fruit, some herbal notes. Fresh palate, quite full with nice length with some spicy notes.

AL - Ripe and tropical nose, apricot and peach aromas. Broad and spicy palate, fresh with good length, some herbal notes on ﬁnish. Spicy and ripe.

AL - Ripe and buttery nose, some smoky notes and yellow fruit aromas. Creamy palate, bitterness with vanilla, slightly too oaked.

AL - Great purity on the nose, minerality and spice. Ripe palate, good structure, balanced freshness and good length. Some herbal notes.

DL - Very luminous pale green yellow. Fresh fruit nose, green apple, grapefruit and minerality. Good fruity attack, high bitterness taste, herbs and grass ﬂavors, good length, well balanced, nice freshness and minerality ﬁnish. Good and classic.

DL - Very intense gold yellow. Ripe, mature nose of apple, apricot and mineral notes. Round and full attack, long and persistent, medium body, good fruity taste, complex wine. Nice complexity.

DL - Very intense golden yellow. Ripe nose of fruit aromas, mature and mineral, oaky notes. Rich and mellow taste, powerful palate, long and persistent length, nice bitter taste. Good mineral Grüner Veltliner.

DL - Very luminous and intense gold green. Fresh nose with lime, grass and lees aromas. Fruity attack, sweet taste, low acidity and good expression of bitterness. Bitterness dominates.

DL - Very bright pale yellow. Fresh nose, herb and lime aromas with grapefruit notes. Fruity attack, ripe apple, nice mellowness, good hint of bitterness, lingering, fruity taste. Another nice one. HP - Pale yellow green. Discreet nose, poor aromatic expression. Smooth and unctuous in mouth, great balance, lovely, caressing acidity, slightly sweet finish. MS - Yellow. Delicious flavors with great balance. Fine fresh end. Very fine. RD - Bright light yellow. Lean and herbaceous nose. Dry and clean, light boded palate with pear flavors, short finish. Nice pleasant.

HP - Pale yellow green. Light, fresh aromas of straw, hay with lemon and white flowers. Dry and vivacious wine, fresh pear flavors, citrusy and grapefruit tones. Lacks depth, but well made. MS - Yellow. Fresh minerality, mouth loaded with fruit. Super length and balance. Delicious and fine. RD - Bright light yellow. Clean and herbal, minerality nose. Dry and light, clean and fresh, short to medium finish to palate. Clean and mineral.

HP - Medium yellow gold. Rich and intense ripe apricot, passion fruit and roasted pineapple notes. Extracted, very racy, generous wine, high mineral tones, ripe apple and passion fruit flavors. MS - Yellow gold. Spicy, ripe nose. Large presence on palate, spicy finish. Large style, broad finish. RD - Bright and vibrant light gold. Dry and mineral, light nose with hint of ripe pear aromas. Dry and full, round and clean palate with ripe pear, good acidity, lengthy finish. Well made, pleasant and ripe.

HP - Medium intense yellow gold. Light, toasty oak nose with vanilla and white chocolate aromas. Delicate and smooth palate, caressing mouth feel, melon, apple and pear ﬂavors, nicely refreshing acidity. MS - Yellow gold. Spicy and round. Great length and lovely freshness ! Fine example. RD - Vibrant light golden. Forward and clean nose, ripe apricot aromas. Dry and full, rich and clean, great palate, lengthy ﬁnish. Big and crisp, clean and fruity.

HP - Bright, light yellow gold, green to rim. High minerality, steely and rocky aromas. Touch of sweetness, moderate acidity, banana flavors. Lacks balance. MS - Yellow. Big flavor with fine length. Crisp and clean at the end. Complex and fine. RD - Vibrant deep yellow. Forward and clean nose with herbaceous aromas. Dry and rich, forward and powerful palate with lengthy finish. Big and powerful, herbaceous and long.

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88.2

WEINGUT R & A PFAFFL

WEINGUT CHRIST

WEINGUT WEINRIEDER

WEINGUT KURT ANGERER

WEINGUT DER POLLERHOF

Goldjoch(485)

X (514)

Alte Reben (572)

Unﬁltriert (610)

Extrem (615)

AL - Generous nose, yellow fruit and ripe citrus. Rich palate, good balance and length.

AL - Generous nose, ripe citrus and grapefruit notes. Opulent fruit, still fresh, some spicy notes on the ﬁnish.

AL - Floral nose showing spice and stone fruit. Generous palate, good grip, some citrus bitter tones, fairly long, good spicy ﬁnish.

AL - Lightly smoky, some oak notes, aniseed aromas. Fresh palate, well balanced, fresh yet creamy and opulent, quite long. Why oak ?

AL - Young fresh fruit on nose, citrus and grapefruit. Good grip with yellow fruit and citrus, fresh ﬁnish.

DL - Intense and bright gold yellow. Fresh nose, apple, green and fresh fruit aromas. Nice mellowness, good sweetness, dry and fruity wine, crisp ﬁnish. Refreshing fruit.

DL - Bright and very intense gold. Rich nose of ripe fruit, roasted apple aromas, oak and toasty bread notes. Full and rich mouth, deep intensity, good acidity, full bodied palate, long and persistent length, rich toasty taste. Too much wood.

DL - Golden yellow with green sheens. Intense nose of grass, fresh herbs and fresh fruit. Crisp attack, nice bitterness, medium body. Classic, the normal style. HP - Light yellow gold. Nose of pineapple, roasted apple, quite persistent. Very elegant palate but low acidity compared to the richness of the taste. MS - Yellow gold. Delicious, roundness. Fine length. Balance of components. Well done. Round and clean. RD - Brilliant light golden green. Fresh stone fruit nose. Dry, full and fruity, ripe pear ﬂavors, balanced and lingers on palate. Refreshing. This wine demands a second glass !!!

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DL - Very bright pale yellow green. Open, elegant nose, ripe fruit and hint of citrus. Green attack, nice bitterness, good freshness, medium body, feeble length. Straight and simple. HP - Pale yellow green; Discreet aromas, more floral than anything else, medium persistent nose. Delicate mouth feel, floral and mint notes, hint of green tea, elegant palate, very refreshing acidity, soft all along. MS - Green gold. Round, full flavored, great power and length. Super end. Delicious and impressive. RD - Bright pale yellow. Recessed, stone fruit nose. Dry and fruity palate, minerality, lengthy finish. Elegant and mineral.

HP - Yellow straw. Elegant aromas of litchi and passion fruit, nose finishing on peach notes. Soft mouth feel with tender acidity, fresh aromatic, acidity driven flavors, elegant palate with floral finish. MS - Clean yellow. Sweet delicious fruit. Fine balance. Very fine. RD - Vibrant light yellow green. Lean and mineral nose with pear and stone fruit aromas. Dry and full, ripe and clean, apricot and fruit flavors, medium finish. Full and rich, ripe fruit.

HP - Bright yellow gold. Expressive nose of lemon with partly oak, partly spice, partly thyme aromas, notes of aniseed. Delicate mouth feel, good acidity and balance, but lacks elegance. MS - Yellow gold, great clarity. Spicy mango nose. Great body with extra long finish with fine grain acidity. Super example. RD - Vibrant gold. Rich and intense nose with alcohol and lanolin notes. Dry and full, big palate with aniseed notes, good acidity, medium finish. Massive wine, but not distinctive.

DL - Very luminous pale yellow green. Delicate nose, ripe apple, hint of grassy aromas. Mellow and sweet attack, low, but refreshing acidity, well integrated bitterness, good length for medium bodied wine. Refreshing wine. HP - Low intensity yellow green. Dry, straw aromas nose, but lacks finesse. Ripe and slightly sweet, apple flavors, palate lacks elegance. MS - Gold. Great fruit in dry style. Nice grip at the end. Gorgeous structure and style. RD - Bright yellow. Light and lean, herbal aromas. Dry to off dry, forward palate with nice acidity and medium finish. Light and aromatic and clean.

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87.8

WEINBAU ING. WILHELM EMINGER

WEINGUT MARKO

WEINGUT HIEDLER

WEINGUT SCHUCKERT

WEINGUT MANTLERHOF

Simon (476)

Beste Lage (538)

Thal (559)

Novemberlese (573)

Spiegel (577)

AL - Ripe nose, creamy notes, honey and yellow fruit. Unctuous palate, slightly low acidity, creamy texture, fair length.

AL - Very fat and opulent fruit on nose. Dense palate with some creamy notes and maybe, a dash of oak ? Long and spicy ﬁnish.

AL - Very fresh nose, zesty fruit, ripe citrus and yellow fruits on nose.

AL - Fresh and vibrant nose, green fruit and fresh lemon aromas. Crispy palate, well balanced, some spicy, citrus notes on the ﬁnish.

AL - Lightly smoky nose, stony notes and yellow plums. Well balanced structure, fresh palate, good length.

DL - Pale yellow with silver hints. Wooded nose, caramelized fruit, roasted apple. Fresh attack, rich, toasted ﬂavors, nice acidity. Wood dominates, but attractive structure and medium body. Nicely wooded wine.

DL - Pale gold yellow with silver sheens. Nice fruity nose, fresh apple and pear. Round attack, very good minerality, full and nice mellowness, medium to long length. Racy wine.

HP - Medium intensity yellow gold. Fresh passion fruit, litchi aromas, touch of smooth blond caramel and white chocolate. Delicate mouth feel, good acidity, minty notes, great balance. Atypical, but nice oak tones that do not dominate. MS - Yellow. Marvelous yellow fruit bouquet. Nicely developed ﬂavors with fresh, clean end. Delicious and tart. RD - Bright pale gold. Crème brûlée nose, ripe apricot. Dry and full, forward palate with nice acidity, short to medium ﬁnish. Well made, good wine.

HP - Yellow straw. Slight touch of spice, wood and green herbs, thyme aromas on nose. Smooth mouth with good balance, but lacks elegance. Atypical, but not my style or cup of tea. MS - Green. Finely developed flavors. Very clean and crystal clear finish. Super example. RD - Bright light yellow. Ripe apricot aromas on lean and mineral nose. Dry and crisp, clean and steely, medium finish. Light, crisp and clean.

DL - Gold yellow with green sheens. Fruit nose, ripe apple, green fruit and minerality. Round attack, mature ripe fruit, full bodied palate, nice length. Well made Grüner Veltliner with typical taste. HP - Pale yellow green. Slight sulfur note on smoky nose. Mineral, vivacious palate, lovely wine with peppery palate. Typical Grüner Veltliner. MS - Yellow. Good ﬂavor and balance. Not overblown. Elegant and ﬁne. RD - Vibrant yellow. Minerality, slightly herbal, fresh nose. Dry and clean and crisp palate with medium body and medium length. Well made, rich and lingering !

DL - Bright pale gold yellow. Rich nose, honey aromas, wax and lees notes. Rich and full mouth, nice, sweetish mouth feel, long length. WOW !!! HP - Pale yellow green. Minty minerality nose with violet aromas. Great freshness of the acidity, silky and refreshing palate with white flower notes and mint on finish. MS - Yellow gold. Wonderful depth of flavor. Superb length ad grip. Great example. RD - Bright deep yellow. Lean nose with apricot and fruit aromas. Dry and fruity palate with soft acidity and medium finish. Lean bouquet, fat palate.

DL - Bright gold yellow with green reflections. Ripe fruit, apple and mineral notes on nose. Round attack, good freshness, nice bitterness on palate. Well made and rich wine. HP - Moderate yellow gold. A light woody character, citrusy nose. Light and elegant and soft palate. MS - Yellow. Fine sweet flavors. Fine end and grip. Delicious and fine. RD - Vibrant yellow. Elegant nose with ripe apricot aromas. Dry and full, balanced and clean palate, lingering finish. Elegant and ripe, clean and lengthy !

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87.6

87.4

WEINGUT SEPP MOSER

WEINGUT BUCHEGGER

WEINGUT PROIDL

MARTIN ARNDORFER

PROPSTEI WEINGUT KREMS

Breiter Rain (533)

Pfarrweingarten (565)

Burg (456)

Die Leidenschaft (493)

Selektion (512)

AL - Opulent and ripe nose, tropical fruit, Botrytis and honey. Rich and structured palate, balanced freshness, very unctuous and long. Enjoyable.

AL - Ripe stone fruit with grapefruit nose with minerality. Structured palate, good freshness and mineral character, quite long.

AL - Pure nose, rich with ripe yellow fruit. Good structure, some creaminess, long with touch of bitterness on ﬁnish. A touch too lactic for me.

AL - Young and vivid nose, yellow fruit. Full and structured, good freshness, some spicy notes on the aftertaste.

DL - Very intense and bright gold yellow. Rich and ripe nose with ripe apple, honey and toasty aromas. Full and rich mouth, generous with low acidity, rich, malolactic style, oaky ﬂavors and nice bitterness. A touch fat !!

DL - Luminous pale gold yellow. Mature nose of apple, pear, rich fruit aromas. Crisp attack, nice full body style, long length and good balance. Good wine.

AL - Elegant nose, pure with yellow fruits and minerality. Excellent structure, very fresh with crisp acidity and stone fruit character, great length and purity.

HP - Yellow gold. Ripe fruit, but no elegance on nose, touch of wood. Smooth and unctuous in mouth, banana flavors with pear, but no finesse. MS - Green golden. Ripe nose. Broad and ripe with super freshness all the way. Very impressive. RD - Brilliant and golden. Ripe apricot and crème brûlée nose. Dry and full, rich and clean, ripe fruit flavors, long finish. Great Grüner.

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HP - Light yellow green. Fresh floral, peachy and fresh mint nose. Elegant palate, soft mouth feel, moderate finish. MS - Yellow gold. Nice fruit with great freshness. Plenty of peppery notes at finish. Very nice. RD - Brilliant light green yellow. Elegant nose with light pear and very nice minerality. Dry and clean, good body and balanced palate, lingering finish. Balanced and elegant.

DL - Golden yellow green sheens. Complex nose of maturity, developed apple, grass and slate aromas. Rich and complex mouth, low mellowness, good bitterness and fresh finish. Balanced wine. Attractive and fresh complexity. HP - Yellow green, gold to rim. Almond paste aromas, light spice, vanilla, fresh butter on elegant nose. Very crisp, vivacity in mouth, fresh pear and peppery flavors, very interesting expression, intense minerality, steely finish. MS - Yellow. Clean and fresh. Super dry. Beautifully focused. Laser sharp focus! RD - Bright yellow. Lean nose with pear custard notes. Dry and rich, good acidity, medium length. Good balance and enticing nose.

DL - Gold yellow with intense green sheens. Delicate nose, ripe fruit, hint of oxidized aromas. Flawed ? Unpleasant after aeration. HP - Intense yellow green. Vanilla nose with butter and lemon aromas. Caressing mouth feel from the oak, ripe apple and apricot, citrusy ﬁnish, touch of sweetness. Lacks elegance. MS - Yellow gold. Super ripe bouquet, round and spicy. Gorgeous body with good length. Round and ripe. RD - Brilliant deep yellow. Rich and ripe apricot aromas. Dry and full, round and broad, fat palate, medium to long ﬁnish. Good aromas, big body, soft and rich.

DL - Medium intensity, pale gold yellow. Fresh and elegant nose with hint of grass and touch of lime. Nice, crispy attack, good mellowness, well integrated bitterness, medium bodied, nice and fresh ﬁnish. Fresh overall. HP - Light intensity yellow gold. Notes of mine and ﬂinty aromas on nose. Crisp acidity, light, fresh minerality, but weak in mouth, short with white peach stone note. MS - Yellow gold. Clean and crisp. Very stylish. Perfect balance on end. Delectable and fresh. RD - Clear light yellow. Pear and baked apple nose. Dry and full and fruity. Balanced acidity, medium length. Very pleasant fruit.

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87.2

BIO-WEINGUT GEYERHOF

WEINGUT BUCHEGGER

WEINGUT HIEDLER

WEINGUT FAMILIE SCHUSTER

WEINGUT HIRSCH

Steinleithn (520)

Reserve Leopold (602)

Maximum (616)

Alte Reben (457)

Lamm(472)

AL - Rich and opulent nose, honey and stone fruit, hint of spicy notes. Good structure on palate, fresh and balanced, good length.

AL - Very fresh nose, stony with minerality, yellow fruit aromas. Fresh and crispy palate, quite structured with a long ﬁnish.

AL - Peach and apricot on nose. Very zesty palate, high freshness, some citrusy notes, ﬁrm and balanced, good length.

AL - Luscious nose, ripe apricot, honey, some mineral notes. Very structured palate, good freshness, nice ripe fruit, great length.

DL - Very luminous, pale green yellow. Subtle nose, hint of honey, fresh herbs and lime. Round mouth of fresh apple with good hint of bitterness, nice freshness, medium body, medium length. This is a fresh one !

DL - Luminous pale green yellow. Fresh nose of lime and grapefruit aromas. Round attack, vivid freshness, hint of bitterness taste, good length. Fresh wine.

AL - Ripe and opulent, stone fruit and pineapple. Firm structure, ripe fruit, spices and high alcohol notes, but well integrated, fresh with long ﬁnish.

DL - Very bright, gold yellow. Subtle nose, not really developed, hint of fresh herbs. Very dry and crisp attack, ﬁzzy acidity, good length, very high acidity. Pure, but high acidity.

DL - Gold yellow green sheens. Fresh nose where herbs, grassy hints and lime are present. Rich, round attack, ﬂat, very light mellowness, full bodied, long and persistent, mature and developed palate. Complex Grüner Veltliner.

HP - Yellow green. Mineral nose, lemon and peach, touch of roasted almond, lacks finesse, for me. Light mouth with fresh fruit flavors, apricot notes and very mineral. MS - Yellow gold. Flinty and fresh. Great, medium intensity all the way. Superb end. Very stylish and fine. RD - Vibrant yellow. Lanolin nose, pasty notes. Dry and full, mineral palate, ripe apricot notes, clean and medium finish. Great on the palate, but not so for the bouquet.

HP - Pale yellow green. Pale nose of wheat, lime and orange zest aromas. Smooth, orange flavors on palate, great acidity, rich and powerful, but refined at the same time. MS - Yellow gold. Huge mouth with great grip. Super crisp. Great example ! RD - Bright light yellow. Light and herbaceous and lean nose. Dry and light, straightforward and short palate with pear flavors. Good.

DL - Very luminous. Ripe fruit, roasted apple and caramelized fruit aromas. Full attack, high bitterness, long, persistent, length with low acidity. Less fresh taste. HP - Bright yellow green. Complex aromas of lime with fresh minerality and white pepper notes. Delicate mouth feel, lime and lemony flavors, citrus and grapefruit tones, moderate acidity on palate. MS - Gold. Rich, ripe and fine. Apricot tones. Great length and crispiness. Super fresh and exquisitely tasteful. RD - Bright light gold. Forward nose with candied fruit aromas. Dry and full, forward and commercial. Medium finish. Good and rich, fat and oaky.

HP - Pale yellow gold. Intense brown sugar, roasted pineapple and banana nose, persistent bouquet. Fresh and crisp acidity in mouth, passion fruit ﬂavors, hint of mint, moderate length and very clean ﬁnish. MS - Yellow gold. Nicely developed yellow fruit bouquet. Rich and clean. Super dry. Very elegant. RD - Bright yellow. Fresh pear aromas, simple nose. Full on palate, baked apple, mineral note, good acidity, medium length. Appealing minerality.

HP - Medium intense yellow gold. Nose of spice, smoky and steely tones. More appealing in mouth, but lacks graciousness. Short ﬁnish. MS - Pretty yellow gold. Fine, ripe ﬂavors, well balanced, short and sweet end. Pleasant. RD - Brilliant light gold. Onion nose. Dry, fruity and fresh palate, lengthy end. Great, apart from disappointing bouquet.

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WEINGUT STEFAN BAUER

WEINGUT PRECHTL

WEINGUT SUMMERER

WINZERHOF EWALD WALZER

WEINGUT SEPP MOSER

Reserve (553)

Leitstall (571)

Käferberg (603)

Kremser Gebling (519)

Schnabel (527)

AL - Nice purity on nose, minerality with citrus and grapefruit aromas. Nice freshness on palate, some citrus bitter notes, elegant fruit and quite long ﬁnish.

AL - Fresh and zesty nose with ripe citrus. Fresh palate with grapefruit notes, sleek and quite long.

AL - Citrus and young fruit on nose. Vivid palate, some lemony notes. Well built and quite long.

AL - Fresh nose, green fruit and white pear. Spicy palate, well balanced, rather spicy ﬁnish.

AL - Elegant perfumed bouquet, stone fruit, ﬂorality. Fresh palate with some spicy notes, white pear, quite long.

DL - Intense and light golden yellow. Ripe fruit, apple, lime and grapefruit aromas on nose. Nice, full attack, rich and long palate, nice acidity, long ﬁnish. Balanced wine.

DL - Luminous pale green yellow. Delicate nose of lime and apple aromas with pear and grapefruit notes. Round and mellow attack, nice freshness, good fresh bitterness, good and simple length. Classic taste.

DL - Pale yellow with silver reﬂections. Fruity nose, apple, fresh pear aromas with nice freshness and minerality. Mellow attack, nice, fruity mouth, good freshness, lime notes, medium body, good and fresh length. Fruity and balanced.

DL - Pale yellow with gold reﬂections. Fermentation aromas of lees, lime and grapefruit nose. Round attack, high degree of bitterness on taste, fresh ﬁnish, medium to full body, medium length. Too bitter, but stylish.

HP - Pale yellow gold. Exciting ripe aromas of passion fruit, apricot and peach with freshness and length on nose. Light mouth, fresh mint ﬂavors, superb palate. Very racy wine.

HP - Pale yellow green. Nose of minerality, smoked characteristics with banana notes. Very intense minerality, quite high acidity, almost aggressively so, fresh ﬁnish, white mint and peach ﬂavors.

DL - Luminous very gold green. Fresh nose of grass, hay and lime with fresh apple aromas. Full attack and nice mellowness on palate, bright and light bitterness, good length, medium body. Good level of quality, elevated taste of bitterness. HP - Medium intense yellow green. Discreet minerality, hint of pear, white flowers, but short finish to nose. Generous palate, great raciness, green peas, very long with minerality driven elegance, superb stony notes on end. MS - Yellow gold. Delicious and fine. Clean and well made. Fine example ! RD - Vibrant yellow. Forward nose with herbal, mineral and apple aromas. Dry and crisp and clean, medium and short finish. Clean apples and minerality.

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HP - Pale yellow gold. Note mineral, steely aromas, slate nose. Minerality on palate, touch of grassiness with lemon zest, kiwi flavor and fresh rhubarb flavors, elegant with reasonable balanced. MS - Thrilling yellow gold. Fine flavor with good grip. Peppery end. Very nice. RD - Brilliant yellow green. Recessed nose. Dry and fat and astringent. Short to medium finish. Maybe too young.

HP - Pale yellow gold. Minerality nose with steely character. Generous palate with nice viscosity, lime and lemony ﬂavors with great acidity. MS - Gold. Super focus and grip. Finely etched. Delicious and precise. RD - Bright and yellow. Lean nose. Dry and crisp, straightforward and clean, light and short palate. Lean and simple, but good enough.

MS - Pale straw. Delicately flavored with black pepper finish. Delicate, but fine. RD - Bright light yellow. Lean and minty nose. Light and dry, crisp and minty palate, short finish. Herbal and minty.

MS - Yellow green. Medium intensity with typical flavors, crisp finish. Very pleasant. RD - Vibrant green yellow. Ripe and concentrated and ripe, pear and apricot aromas on nose. Dry and medium bodied, rich and clean with lengthy finish. Balanced and enticing.

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WEINGUT PROIDL

WEINGUT HOFBAUER

STOCKINGERHOF

WEINGUT LOIMER

WEINGUT MEINHARD FORSTREITER

vom Urgestein (568)

Weinviertel DAC Heiliger Stein (587)

Smaragd Superin (454)

Spiegel (515)

Schiefer (535)

AL - Rich nose, unctuous and tropical, saffron, almond, yellow fruit. Good grip on palate, very fresh, slightly marked by alcohol, but quite long.

AL - Young nose, ﬂorality with citrus, white fruit and some yeasty notes. Fresh palate, young fruit, minerality, quite long.

AL - Pure nose, young stone fruits and minerality. Fresh palate, crispy with lemony notes, earthy ﬁnish.

DL - Bright and intense, very gold yellow. Rich nose of maturity, intense aromas of ripe fruit, apple and honey. Nice fresh minerality in the mouth, hint of petrol, Botrytis aromas, mature mineral tones, quite persistent with length, attractive body. Good mineral wine.

DL - Pale yellow with green reﬂections. Fine, minerality on nose, slate, honey and ripe apple notes. Good, generous mouth, ripe and rich, full and developed with nice, fresh ﬁnish. Complex wine.

AL - Nose displays minerality and stone fruit aromas. Very elegant and ﬁrm palate with nice freshness, good, cool fruit with an attractive, long aftertaste. Good potential. DL - Intense and rich gold yellow. Full nose of herbs, fresh pear, ripe apple and lees aromas. Rich, bitter attack, full bodied with good length. Good structure. HP - Medium gold yellow. Smooth and discreet aroma of banana, ripe pineapple on nose. Unctuous palate, low acidity, grapefruit and apricot. Almost sweet notes, short ﬁnish. Lacks elegance.

AL - Young and zesty nose, fresh and lemony aromas. Some sweetness on palate, quite light, dry ﬁnish. DL - Luminous pale yellow. Nicely elegant nose, minerality, green hints and lime aromas. Round attack, high mellowness, fresh acidity, minerality notes. Perfect balance, medium to long length. GOOOD !! HP - Yellow green. Discreet aromas of white aromas, low persistence nose. Smooth and dry palate, passion fruit ﬂavors with lemon zest. Lacks freshness.

MS - Yellow. Minerality core with ﬁne sweet fruit. Clean, clear fruit. Very ﬁne and dry.

MS - Yellow. Delicious fruit in a compact frame. Very tasty and dry. Delicious and light.

RD - Brilliant light gold. Recessed and elegant nose, apricot aromas. Dry and crisp, clean and balanced palate, lingering and fresh ﬁnish. Elegant and refreshing.

RD - Bright to vibrant yellow. Clean nose with fresh pear aromas. Dry and clean, refreshing palate with ripe pear and fruit ﬂavors, medium length. Clean and balanced, good fruit and cleansing mouth feel.

HP - Medium intensity, yellow gold. Intense ripe fruit, overripe aromas of peach and apricot, light spice and dry almond on nose. Unctuous palate, but lacks elegance, short ﬁnish. MS - Golden. Clean and classic. Great balance and grip. Super color and style. RD - Vibrant and golden. Light honey, pear, custardy nose. Dry and lean, tart on palate, short. Velvety honey, custard aromas, lean and tart on palate.

HP - Pale yellow green. Very mineral, stony aromas, almost petroleum. Dry and crisp acidity, ﬂoral notes, light structure, short ﬁnish. MS - Yellow. Charming perfumed bouquet. Delicate palate with quiet ending. Very pleasant indeed ! RD - Clear pale yellow. Ripe apricot and apple nose. Dry and steely, crisp and clean palate. Nicely lean, well made.

DL - Gold yellow with green sheens. Rich nose of oaky aroma, coconut, vanilla and ripe apple. Fresh attack with vivid flavors of green apple, nice hint of sparkling motion, medium body and fresh, fizzy finish. Contrast between bouquet and palate. HP - Light intensity yellow gold. Aromas of ripe banana with litchi and green apple, note of orange zest. Crisp acidity, high minerality mouth with white pepper and floral finish. MS - Yellow gold. Broad, delicious palate with great depth, length and freshness. Super stylish. RD - Vibrant light yellow. Recessed and elegant nose, attractive minerality. Dry and lean and crisp palate, herbaceous finish. Dry and linear.

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86.6

WEINGUT ALZINGER

WEINGUT KARL HAIMERL

WEINGUT NORBERT BAUER

WINZERHOF MAYER FRANZ ANTON

WINZER KREMS

Steinertal Smaragd (543)

Alte Reben (562)

Haidberg (575)

Zenit (496)

Kremser Wachtberg(508)

AL - Yellow fruit and saffron on nose. Good grip on palate, spicy citrus notes, fresh acidity, long ﬁnish.

AL - Quite tropical nose, yellow fruit, some honeyed tones. Ripe and unctuous palate, good bite and citrusy notes, good length.

AL - Quite buttery nose, oak and creamy notes. Round palate, yellow fruit and vanilla notes, fairly long. Slightly marked by oak.

AL - Clean nose, stone fruit and ripe citrus. Fresh and crispy palate, long and pure ﬁnish.

AL - Ripe stone fruit and some mineral notes. Crispy palate, very fresh, linear and long with minerality and elegant fruit.

DL - Pale gold yellow with tiny bubbles. Oxidized nose with apple, nutty and green herb aromas. Banal palate with some fresh, nice bitter notes. Too bitter however.

DL - Golden yellow with green hints. Fresh nose, minerality and oaky aromas of bread. Delicate bouquet. Smooth attack, nice fruit, slight oxidized ﬂavors, good length and well balanced palate. Well made, oaky Grüner Veltliner.

DL - Pale gold with green reflections. Fresh nose of green apple, pear and yellow plum. Round, good mellowness, refreshing acidity, nice bitter taste, medium body and short finish. Straightforward. HP - Pale yellow green. Discreet aromas of white flowers, fresh pear and lemon on nose. Very fresh palate, exemplary minerality, nice peppery notes and floral flavors.

HP - Pale yellow green. Touch of oak, elegant nose, but ﬂoral aromas of Grüner Veltliner is hidden. Smooth and delicate palate, good acidity, passion fruit ﬁnish.

MS - Yellow green. Fine flavors with good structure and incredible freshness. Extra peppery finish. Very fine wine.

MS - Yellow gold. Ripe mango. Fine flavor and brilliant finish. Ripe and fine.

MS - Yellow. Spicy mango. Big and round, gentle ending. Very good.

RD - Vibrant light yellow. Recessed nose with light pear aromas. Dry and full, clean palate with ripe apricots, lingering ﬁnish. Well made and appealing. Inviting wine.

RD - Bright light yellow. Mineral and slightly herbal nose with pear and fruit aromas. Dry and light, thin palate, good acidity, lighter weight and medium length.

RD - Bright light yellow. Herbaceous and clean, ripe pear on forward nose. Dry to medium full, ripe fruit and good acidity on short to medium palate. Nicely pleasant, soft in center.

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HP - Pale yellow green. Discreet nose with light minerality. Dusty palate, a kind of buttery ﬁnish.

DL - Intense golden yellow with green sheens. Ripe fruit, roasted apple nose, hint of grass. Fresh attack, nice bitterness, good structure, medium body, very fresh finish. Full and fresh ! HP - Pale yellow green. Fresh stone fruit aromas. Steely and mineral notes with green peas and fresh herbs, finish on touch of orange zest. Vivacious acidity, elegant fruit, well balanced palate. Classic. MS - Yellow. Medium body with freshness. Fine, dry finish. Fine example. RD - Vibrant green yellow. Herbal and forward nose. Dry and full and grassy palate, medium bodied with good acidity, medium finish. Clean overall. Herbal and clean, medium light bodied.

DL - Pale yellow with green reflections. Round nose of toasty aromas, toasted bread, grass and lime. Fresh attack, well integrated bitterness, nice medium body, good fruit and lingering, fresh finish. Easy drinking and pleasant Grüner Veltliner. HP - Pale yellow green. Very light, mineral and steely aromas, hint of florality and light red fruit also on nose. Very discreet in mouth, smooth, but lacks personality, touch of sweetness on end, low acidity. MS - Yellow green. Medium body. Nice ripeness and clean freshness. Fine example. Medium body style. Very fine. RD - Vibrant pale yellow green. Recessed and lean, elegant and herbaceous nose. Light and dry, forward flavors, clean palate, short finish. Nice and light and pleasant.

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86.4

WEINGUT JÄGER

WEINGUT WIENINGER

WEINGUT VORSPANNHOF MAYR

WEINGUT SUMMERER

WEINGUT BERNTHALER + BERNTHALER

Smaragd Ried Achleiten (546)

Preußen (554)

Kremser Gebling (555)

Schenkenbichl (561)

Altenberg (488)

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AL - Young and fresh nose, stone fruit and white pear. Spicy palate, very fresh, quite long.

AL - Pure nose, ripe stone fruit and apricot with light spiciness. Very structured palate, refreshing acidity, good grip, long aftertaste with some minerality.

AL - Elegant nose, pure with minerality, yellow fruit and fresh citrus aromas. Good grip on palate, very ﬁne freshness, long persistence, mouth watering aftertaste !

AL - Elegant and stony nose, citrus and stone fruit aromas. Elegant palate, ﬁrm with good freshness, long and clean ﬁnish.

DL - Luminous and intense golden yellow. Ripe apple, fresh herbs, lemon peel and grapefruit nose. Rich and full attack, high bitterness, fresh minerality, medium body and short ﬁnish. Too bitter for me.

DL - Very bright and intense gold yellow. Full nose of ripe fruit, apple, quince and oaky aromas. Fresh attack, crisp taste, high bitterness, medium body, but palate ends on bitter note. Hard ﬁnish.

AL - Lush and tropical nose, mango, papaya and pineapple. Full bodied and rich with tropical fruit, some creamy notes on the palate, quite long and opulent. Could have been slightly fresher.

HP - Medium intense yellow gold. Minerality on nose with sulfur notes, short persistence. Steely taste, quite intense rocky notes, melon ﬂavors in the end, moderate ﬁnish.

HP - Bright yellow gold. Discreet aromas of green herbs and lemon. Nose lacks expression. Great freshness, mineral notes, green apple and rhubarb flavors with floral finish, quite long with hint of white pepper on end.

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DL - Luminous pale green yellow. Mineral and lemony nose, lime, hay and grass notes. Good mellow attack, vivid bitterness, round and balanced, medium body. Classic. HP - Bright yellow gold. Intense, ripe fruit nose, apple, banana, pineapple and lime notes. Smooth texture, vanilla and butter notes, touch of very caressing oak, good acidity, long ﬁnish. Fine example of minerality. Very racy wine.

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RD - Bright yellow green. Fresh apricot nose. Dry and medium bodied palate with good acidity and short ﬁnish. Nicely OK.

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MS - Yellow gold. Finely built. Sweet and fresh fruit. Laser sharp acidity ﬁnish. Bracing and fresh ! RD - Brilliant yellow. Elegant and rich nose with baked apple notes. Dry and full palate with ripe fruit, lingering ﬁnish. Good wine !

MS - Yellow gold. Clean and dry. Medium intensity. Super fresh. Fine and fresh wine ! RD - Brilliant yellow green. Forward, candied fruit nose. Dry and forward, medium bodied and clean palate, lengthy ﬁnish. Nice and friendly wine.

DL - Gold green yellow. Lime and green fruit nose. Dry and crisp attack, nice mellowness and well balanced palate. Good wine. HP - Pale yellow green. Grassy and mineral nose with white mint and citrus aromas. MS - Green gold. Spicy and full ﬂavored. Nice follow through with good grip. Round and solid. RD - Bright light yellow. Waxy and forward nose. Dry and candied palate, good body, nice acidity, short ﬁnish. Good.

DL - Intense and bright yellow with deep gold tinges. Ripe, apple and mineral nose, hint of toast and spinach. Round, creamy texture in mouth, oxidized and caramelized fruit, good, medium acidity. Slightly flat on end. Too flat, what a great pity ! HP - Yellow gold. Intense, roasted pineapple, brown sugar and light spice aromas, fresh apricot notes. Nice, ripe minerality in mouth, generous and racy, ripe apple notes. MS - Yellow gold. Bright Riesling-like nose. Fine flavors, nicely combined. Crisp end. Fine example. RD - Vibrant and golden. Ripe baked apple, slight caramel aromas. Dry and full bodied, rich and elegant, medium length. Big and powerful 2006 !

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86.4

86.2

WEINGUT LETH

WEINGUT ZUSCHMANN – SCHÖFMANN

WEINGUT ALOIS HÖLLERER

WEINGUT STEININGER

WEINHOF UIBEL

Scheiben Langenreserve (549)

Ralessen (551)

Alte Reben (595)

Grand Grü (607)

Weinviertel DAC Golem (459)

AL - Fresh nose, grapefruit and citrus peel notes. Good grip on palate, spicy citrus notes, fresh and quite long.

AL - Fresh nose, stone fruit and grapefruit. Good structure on palate, spicy and quite long.

AL - Rich and unctuous nose, ripe apricot and some smoky notes. Fresh and zesty palate, vivid and long.

AL - Pure nose, yellow fruit, ﬂorality, some minerality. Fresh and crispy palate, spicy acidity, yellow fruit and long ﬁnish.

AL - Pure and fresh nose, some fruit and some herbal notes. The palate is on the lighter side, ﬁrm and fresh, quite long.

DL - Bright and intense golden yellow. Full and rich nose of oaky and toasty bread aromas and minerality. Sweet and round attack, off dry style, nice freshness and good balance. Late harvest ! Nicely balanced.

DL - Pale yellow green, green sheens. Fresh, delicate nose with lime and hint of gooseberry. Very dry and crisp attack, lemony with good length. Fresh ﬁnish. Very dry and pure.

HP - Bright yellow green. Lemon aromas with green apple and green peas. Presence in the mouth, pineapple and litchi ﬂavors, pomegranate notes.

HP - Bright yellow green. Very mineral aromas, mine, white pepper, fresh stones, ﬂoral notes. Vivacious mouth, great acidity, fresh and citrusy with lemon touch, very straightforward, quite short ﬁnish though.

DL - Luminous pale green yellow. Fresh aromas of apple, lime, pineapple and grapefruit. Crisp attack, vivid and short palate. Classic and simple. HP - Light yellow gold. Fresh aromas of green apple, passion fruit and white peach, hint of grapefruit on nose. Elegant, crisp mouth feel, white pepper notes, green mint flavors. Great minerality and lovely finish. Racy wine. MS - Green yellow. Super fresh bouquet, loaded with minerality. Exciting palate and finish. Super nervous and exciting. RD - Bright green yellow. Herbal and fruity, rich and complex bouquet. Dry and clean, crisp and medium bodied, medium length palate. Nicely made and refreshing.

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DL - Very luminous pale green yellow. Green nose of lime and green apple. Fresh attack, nice fruity taste, good bitterness, long and persistent, very fruity and fresh acidity, nice finish. Attractive Grüner Veltliner. HP - Pale yellow gold. Very elegant and fresh bouquet with pepper and floral aromas. Minerality on mouth, hint smoky, moderate finish, stone fruit flavors. Lack of finesse on palate; MS - Green. Delicious blend of fruit and freshness. Crisp and clean. Very stylish. RD - Vibrant yellow green. Elegant nose with apricot aromas. Dry and forward, clean and fresh, palate with apricot flavors and medium finish. Nicely fresh.

DL - Pale gold with green reflections. Fresh and fruity nose, minerality with licorice and aniseed aromas. Crisp attack, nice freshness, good fruit, medium length. Straightforward, mature Grüner Veltliner. HP - Pale yellow green. Fresh and mineral nose with light toasty oak notes, lemon, peach and passion fruit aromas. Smooth touch with lime and lemony character with great silkiness. MS - Straw. Fresh nose. Fine fruit with great acidity. Good example. RD - Bright light yellow. Light fruit nose. Dry and thin palate, apricot flavors, short finish. Good, but thin.

MS - Yellow gold. Modestly ﬂavored, but well balanced. Pleasant. RD - Vibrant light gold. Herbal, green and lean nose. Dry and clean, rich and full bodied palate with short ﬁnish. Good wine, but not concentrated.

MS - Yellow, great clarity. Delicious flavor, fine focused wine. Super clean and fresh. Delicious and fresh. RD - Bright pale yellow. Banana and apricot. Dry with crisp acidity, medium bodied, medium finish. Agreeable.

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86.2

85.8

WEINGUT DOLLE

WEINGUT SETZER

WEINGUT A.BAUER

WEINGUT BUCHMAYER

WEINGUT MANFRED FELSNER

Heiligenstein (547)

8000 (586)

Leitn (462)

XL (490)

Alte Reben (507)

AL - Sweet fruit on nose, some rubbery notes. Quite full palate, balanced and fairly long.

AL - Ripe yellow fruit and honey on nose. Some bitterness on palate, herbal ﬁnish.

DL - Very luminous pale gold. Ripe nose of apple, grass and lime peel. Fresh, crisp attack, very dry taste, hint of bitterness, medium bodied wine with short ﬁnish. Crisp overall.

DL - Very intense gold yellow. Lees aromas with hint of CO², apple and roasted apple nose. Fruity attack, nice mellowness and good acidity, medium body palate. Straightforward.

AL - Pure nose with some stony notes and yellow fruit. Palate has good structure, freshness with good bite and some bitter notes on the ﬁnish.

AL - Pure nose, some stone fruit and white fruit. Crispy palate, some spicy, citrus bitter notes. Fine length.

AL - Fresh nose, citrus and green fruit. Crispy palate, some bitter notes, green fruit, medium length.

HP - Medium intense yellow gold. Floral aromas with lemon, white peach and low persistence. Green peas and herbal notes on palate with minerality, steely ﬂavors with great acidity and freshness.

HP - Moderate yellow gold. Very ripe, apricot aromas with roasted pineapple notes. Quite smooth on the palate, moderate acidity, sweet apple ﬂavors, but dry taste, hint of melon on end.

DL - Very pale yellow green. Closed nose, weak aromas, some grass, hay and lime. Good, fresh attack, nice fresh fruit, simple mouth, light body, short ﬁnish. Very simple.

DL - Pale gold yellow. Fresh nose, green apple, grapefruit aromas with hint of minerality. Refreshing attack, nice bitterness taste, crispy ﬁnish. Medium body and medium length. Fresh, but elegant.

MS - Yellow. Super sparkle. Great flavors, crisp structure with black pepper end. Clean and very stylish. RD - Vibrant deep yellow. Dry and herbal, clean and refreshing, apple flavors, lacks acidity, short finish. Very nice.

MS - Gold. Good intensity with smooth fruit. Wonderful punch at end. Round and crisp. RD - Brilliant light gold. Elegant nose with ripe pear aromas, if slightly recessed. Dry and balanced, medium body palate with short ﬁnish. Nicely expressed, well made, if short wine.

DL - Very luminous, pale green yellow. Dry, crisp aromas of lime and pineapple. Crisp attack, nice freshness, sharp acidity, refreshing palate with lime flavors, medium body and medium length. Sharp. HP - Pale yellow green. Mineral notes, fresh stone, steely and flinty, touch of red berry fruit. Fresh acidity, ripe fruit, apple and pear, hint of rose petal, smooth in the mouth, moderate finish. MS - Yellow. Delicately flavored. Fine balance, all the way. Tasty and fine. Clean, light and delicious. RD - Vibrant light yellow. Apple, fresh nose with minerality. Dry and full, balanced palate, short to medium finish. Well made, elegant and fresh.

HP - Pale yellow green. Elegant, passion fruit aromas, fresh tangerine, lemon zest, feminine bouquet. Good ﬂavors of lime, tender and soft, persistent with vivacious acidity. MS - Yellow green. Tasty, light style. Freshness all over, peppery attack on end. Delicate but interesting. RD - Bright pale yellow green. Minerality, stone fruit and earthy notes. Dry palate with light fruit ﬂavors, medium bodied, nice acidity, short. Good wine.

HP - Pale yellow green. Very fresh, mineral aromas, white mint, litchi and pear, quite persistent nose. Smooth and delicate, soft acidity, flavors of peach in mouth, silky and moderate finish. MS - Yellow gold. Ripe and clearly focused. Great grip, pepper explosion on the end. Very well made ! Super example, very plush. RD - Vibrant yellow. Herbaceous, forward nose with alcohol notes. Dry and light, clean and balanced, short finish. Nice and clean.

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85.6

WEINGUT HIRTL

WEINGUT HOLZAPFEL

WEINGUT HELMUT UND PETRA BERGMANN

WINZER KREMS SANDGRUBE 13

WEINGUT ZIMMERMANN

Novemberlese 2006 (511)

Achleiten (594)

Weinviertel DAC Mössmer Selektion (503)

Edition Chremisa (505)

Kremser Gebling (510)

AL - Very ripe and opulent, spice and honey as well as yellow fruit. Quite ﬁrm palate, fresh, stone fruit and citrus, long ﬁnish.

AL - Minerality on nose, some stony notes. Dry and fresh palate with some herbal notes, medium length.

AL - Green nose, young fruit, citrus with some spicy notes. Fresh and crisp palate, well balanced with long aftertaste.

AL - Fresh nose, citrus and stone fruit. Good grip on palate, clean and fresh and long.

DL - Very bright green yellow. Green hints of herbs and fresh, very mineral nose. Fresh and mineral complexity, perfect structure, hint of freshness, long length. “Terroir” and minerality.

DL - Star bright. Pale green yellow. Subtle nose of lees and fermentation aromas, hint of lime. Refreshing mouth, nice round mouth feeling, good fruit, nice bitterness. Stylish.

AL - Young and forward, ripe fruit and apricot nose. Good structure, some bitter citrus notes, full bodied, crisp acidity, long and spicy ﬁnish.

DL - Intense and luminous, golden yellow. Ripe, fruit nose, hint of minerality, honey and fresh pear notes. Nice mellow attack, ripe and round, powerful palate, nice touch of bitterness, complex and long persistent length. Good Grüner Veltliner. HP - Yellow green. Very ripe aromas, roasted pineapple, banana, lime and lemony notes on long persistent nose. Dry and light palate, short finish with mineral and white pepper flavors. MS - Yellow with gold highlights. Ripe, rich nose, broad palate, great peppery end. Very tasty style. RD - Brilliant yellow. Lean and mineral nose. Dry and light, herbaceous notes, nice acidity, short finish. Straightforward.

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HP - Pale yellow green. Minerality aromas, almost oyster shell notes. Short in mouth, empty in fact. MS - Yellow. Medium intensity with clean end. Good. RD - Vibrant light yellow. Forward nose of apricot. Dry and crisp, gull and balanced, medium length. Very well made.

HP - Pale yellow green. Discreet aromas of lemon, fresh straw, but not profound. Delicate lime and kiwi flavors on palate, good acidity, moderate finish, slightly grassy, pineapple fresh. Light, but well made. MS - Yellow. Herbal bouquet. Medium sized, fine and dry wine. Well made and dry. RD - Vibrant yellow green. Lean and alcohol nose. Dry and herbaceous, medium bodied, citrusy, balanced acidity, medium finish. Clean and herbal, refreshing, good acidity and finish.

DL - Pale green yellow with green reflections. Delicate nose of green apple, yellow plum, hint of lime. Vivid attack, nice freshness, good, medium mellowness with elegant, fresh finish. Straightforwardly fresh. HP - Pale yellow gold. Light, discreet, fresh straw, green mint, litchi and pear nose. Well balanced palate, medium body, good acidity. Classic, no more, no less. MS - Yellow green. Light and trim, quit to the finish. Amusing. Small, but fun. RD - Vibrant yellow. Fresh, forward and herbal bouquet. Dry and forward palate, clean and refreshing acidity, lingering on tongue. Well made, elegant and clean.

DL - Very luminous pale yellow gold, green hints. Elegant, subtle nose with hay, lime and minerality. Fresh, vivid attack, good length, nice freshness, hint of bitterness, medium body, medium length. Balanced wine. HP - Pale yellow green. Intense, ripe fruit, grassy, herbal and green tea aromas. Superbly fresh and elegant, good balance, floral notes on palate. Well made ! MS - Straw colored. Delicate flavors, nicely made. Delicate and fine. RD - Bright pale yellow. Vegetal and forward. Dry and light, fruity and simple, short to end. OK, not great !

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85.4

SALOMON UNDHOF

TEGERNSEERHOF

WEINGUT J. SCHMID

WEINGUT STIFT KLOSTERNEUBURG

WEINBAU EISENBOCK

Lindberg Reserve (536)

Höhereck (558)

Kremser Gebling (580)

Hengsberg (452)

Symphonie (464)

AL - Flinty nose, green minerality, fresh citrus and some spicy notes. Good crispy palate, young fruit and bright acidity, minerality and a long and pure ﬁnish. Elegant and mineral.

AL - Nice and ripe nose, stone fruit and grapefruit. Fresh palate, round and ripe with some spicy notes, long ﬁnish.

AL - Complex nose, minerality and stone fruit aromas. Good grip on palate, fresh with good structure, long ﬁnish. Well made.

AL - Pure and fresh nose, citrus and white fruit. Crispy palate, quite full in mouth, slightly spicy, nice length.

AL - Fresh and lemony nose. Crispy palate, citrus and some spiciness, medium length.

DL - Pale gold yellow with green reflections. Round mellowness, vivid freshness, good fresh bitterness, medium body, fresh finish. Classic. HP - Yellow straw. Smoky minerality, short presence on nose. Light body, fresh acidity, good presentation, well balanced, but lacks depth. MS - Yellow. Fine flavors delicately etched. Clean fresh end. Dainty and clean. RD - Bright light yellow. Closed nose. Dry and clean, minerality, light bodied palate with short finish. Needs to open up !

DL - Luminous pale gold yellow. Mature nose of ripe apple with hint of grass. Smooth attack, rich mellowness, nice bitter taste, medium to short length. Simple. HP - Pale yellow green. Very mineral bouquet. Grassy and well balanced palate. MS - Yellow gold. Mildly ﬂavored and plain. Fresh but plain. RD - Vibrant yellow green. Fully aromatic nose of ripe apricot and crème brûlée. Dry and full, rich and ripe fruited palate, medium to full ﬁnish that lingers. Nice and forward and rich !

DL - Pale gold with green sheens. Subtle nose of minerality, green apple and lime aromas. Fresh attack, crispy taste, nice bitter ﬂavors, good length and nice body. Well made. HP - Medium yellow gold. Discreet aromas of ripe apple with steely and rocky notes. Fresh minerality, light palate, steely ﬁnish. Lacks expression. MS - Gold. Medium intensity, lacks grip. Pleasant. RD - Vibrant deep yellow. Delicate, forward nose, ripe pear aromas. Dry and clean, ripe fruit, light, but lengthy palate. Very good, refreshing, rich and fresh.

DL - Luminous pale yellow with green sheens. Grassy nose of fresh herbs, hint of minerality. Dry attack, nice bitterness, light body, tartaric acidity creates hard finish. Very dry. HP - Medium intense yellow gold. Delicate pear, white flower and citrusy aromas, blond caramel touch. Light palate, intense white fruit flavors, pear, well balanced with medium persistence. MS - Yellow. Medium body. Plenty of pepper on end. Fine, dry style. Clean and fresh. RD - Vibrant pale yellow. Musty, rich and elegant, stone fruit nose. Dry, medium to full bodied, soft acidity, short finish, green. Musty aromas, soft acidity.

DL - Very bright pale straw yellow. Subtle nose, green apple, pear, fresh herbs. Smooth attack, nice and crisp freshness, good mellowness, medium body and medium length. Smooth and elegant. HP - Yellow green. Almond powder with ripe banana, citrusy and green pea. Discreet in mouth, elegant, moderate acidity. MS - Yellow, gold highlights. Wonderful flavors, finely focused, excellent balance. Delicious and clean. RD - Bright yellow. Pear aromas, fresh nose. Dry and full palate, soft acidity, medium finish. Good, well made wine.

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85.2

WEINGUT KURT ANGERER

WEINGUT PROIDL

WEINGUT A.BAUER

WEINGUT LEOPOLD SCHUCKERT

WEINGUT RUDI PICHLER

Eichenstaude (480)

von Alten Reben (560)

Goldberg (463)

Isabel(534)

Wösendorfer Kollmütz Reserve (612)

AL - Open nose, ripe with peach notes and a certain creaminess. Structured and fresh palate with ripe fruit, quite long.

AL - Nice and tropical nose, stone fruit and some minerality. Firm palate with good freshness, crispy with a very long ﬁnish. Fresh and well made.

AL - Nose shows white fruit and nice purity. Good texture, some citrus bitter notes, crisp mouth feel, quite long.

AL - Fresh nose with green fruit. Light palate, quite short with some bitter notes.

AL - Some smoky notes, minerality on nose with stone fruit aromas. Slightly bitter palate, some green notes, marked alcohol, not very long in mouth.

DL - Star bright, pale yellow with green hints. Subtle, fresh nose of grass, apple and grapefruit, minerality touch. Nice, fresh attack, vivid mouth, full complexity, medium body, fresh and crispy finish. Nice and refreshing style. HP - Pale yellow green. Discreet minerality, short nose, lacks elegance. Light structure, low aromatic and flavor expression, well balanced though, needs a slight kick from the acidity ! MS - Yellow with gold. Medium body turns sour at the end. Slightly under powered. Plain. RD - Bright pale yellow. Clean, minerality bouquet. Dry and full palate, delicate fruit flavors, citrusy notes, medium length. Good. Needs time to integrate the flavors.

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DL - Luminous golden yellow. Fresh minerality, hint of green herbs on nose. Very crisp attack, lime taste, nice body, good bitterness notes. Straightforward wine. HP - Pale yellow gold. Ripe and sweet bouquet of banana. Ripe melon palate with light body and good acidity with citrusy finish. MS - Green gold. Ripe nose. Lightly flavored palate. Ok balance. Pleasant. RD - Bright to vibrant deep yellow. Peachy, lanolin, forward nose. Dry and crisp, clean palate with good fruit, medium finish. Nice balance.

DL - Luminous pale yellow with green sheens. Delicate, fresh nose of lime and pineapple, hint of fresh herbs; fresh attack, nice bitterness, simple mouth, short length. HP - Pale yellow green. High floral notes with passion fruit, green herb aromas, short nose. Smooth and delicate, very elegant, moderate floral flavors. MS - Yellow. Light style, very subtle, fine balance and very dry. Amazing delicacy. RD - Bright pale straw. Lean, vegetal nose. Dry and full, soft acidity, but balanced palate, medium finish. Good wine.

DL - Star bright pale yellow. Fresh nose of apple, pear, apricot, very young nose. Simple and fresh attack, elegant with nice crisp acidity, medium body and refreshing. Fresh and fruity. HP - Pale yellow straw. Intense fresh pear aromas, passion fruit and peach, quite persistent nose. Good grip from the acidity, light and fresh minerality, short finish. MS - Straw green. Grapefruit driven nose. Nice citrus flavors with clean exit. Very stylish and fine. RD - Bright pale green yellow. Herbaceous and light, clean nose. Dry and light, clean and grassy, cleansing, if short finish. Light and pleasant.

DL - Intense and luminous gold yellow. Fresh nose of grass, green and fresh apple notes. Good and fresh attack, good length, nice bitterness, good body. Classic. HP - Light yellow green. Silky, tender aromas of litchi and passion fruit, touch of licorice. Great minerality, lime and lemony flavors, vivacious acidity, minty finish. MS - Yellow gold. Crisp minerality mouth. Good length, but harsh ending. Pleasant but tart. RD - Bright deep yellow. Recessed and elegant nose. Dry and balanced, clean and medium bodied, medium finish. Balanced and elegant, very nice wine.

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84.8

WEINGUT ANTON BAUER

WEINGUT ZOTTL

WEINGUT WOLFGANG SEHER

WEINGUT MEHOFER – NEUDEGGERHOF

WEINGUT SOMMER

Grande Reserve (552)

Smaragd

Feuerberg Reserve (582)

Wadenthal WW1 (598)

Leithaberg Weiss (451)

AL - Very ripe nose, some oak ? Creamy and Viognierlike bouquet. Quite full and round, palate lacks some freshness, some caramel notes on aftertaste.

AL - Unctuous nose, candied fruit, grapefruit aromas. Fresh palate, medium bodied, crispy ﬁnish.

AL - Young stony nose, apricot and citrus aromas. Well balanced palate, nice fruit and good freshness, long ﬁnish. Good grip.

AL - Vivid nose, ripe citrus and grapefruit aromas. Fresh palate, some herbal notes, medium length.

AL - Quite oily nose, grapey notes and citrus. Rich palate, very fresh with some herbal notes, spicy notes on the ﬁnish.

DL - Very bright pale green gold. Fresh nose of lime and green apple aromas, touch of gun ﬂint. Crisp attack, high acidity, medium body, short length, hint of bitterness. Too bitter.

DL - Luminous pale yellow with gold sheens. Subtle nose with grassy and mineral notes, complex range of fruit aromas, fresh apple. Fresh and vivid attack, nice body, not really developed. Short on end. Straightforward and short.

DL - Luminous pale golden yellow. Nice fruity nose, complex aromas, apple, pear, minerality and hint of oak. Round and velvety attack, powerful and complex, nice minerality, good balance and well integrated barrel taste, long and persistent finish. Good, oaky wine. HP - Yellow green. High aromas of stone and rocks with mint and light spice notes. Fresh pear also. Long and delicate mouth, unctuous and vibrant, superb steely notes with ripe fruit flavors, pear, litchi and apricot. Very good. MS - Yellow gold. Beautiful ripeness on nose. Delicate fruit, short end. Pleasant. RD - Vibrant yellow green. Herbal, green nose. Dry and balanced, medium weight palate, acidity is not well defined, short finish.

DL - Luminous gold yellow. Ripe nose, apple, quince aromas with hint of grass. Full attack, round palate, nice bitterness, good fresh finish, long persistence, fine length. Easy Grüner Veltliner. HP - Pale yellow gold. Mineral and floral bouquet, notes of white flowers. Light texture, watery in the middle, mineral finish. Lacks elegance. MS - Gold. Medium intensity, OK finish. Pleasant. RD - Vibrant yellow. Forward nose with ripe pear aromas. Dry and full, clean and fat with ripe fruit palate, medium to short finish. Nice wine.

DL - Very bright pale yellow green. Fresh and mineral nose with lime and fresh apple aromas. Crisp attack, nice full maturity palate of long persistence, nice bitterness. Good wine with length. HP - Yellow pale green. Fresh aromas of mint and white flowers on nose. Dry and fresh mouth, good vivacious acidity, high minerality. MS - Yellow. Medium intensity average finish. Pleasant. RD - Clear light yellow. Full nose with vegetal and cabbage aromas. Dry and full palate with fruit flavors and good acidity, medium finish. Off bouquet, but good on palate.

HP - Pale yellow gold. Delicate floral nose with lemon aromas, low persistence. Fresh acidity with some yeasty flavors on palate with lime and lemony finish. Lacks personality. MS - Yellow green. Medium intensity with nice balance, fine acidity at the end. Very pleasant indeed. RD - Clear pale yellow. Rich bouquet with ripe pear aromas. Dry and crisp, clean and mineral palate of medium to long finish. Clean and mineral. How nice !!

HP - Bright yellow green. Super elegant nose, persistent florality, light pear and peach, fruit notes. Dry mouth feel, well structured, great balance, moderate finish, mineral and citrusy. MS - Light yellow. Great, fresh palate with dry finish. Very refreshing. Great style and flavor. RD - Clear pale yellow. Vegetal and mineral nose. Dry and lean, crisp and tart, medium length. Lean and tart.

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84.8

84.6

84.4

WEINGUT BRÜNDLMAYER

WEINGUT MAYER AM PFARRPLATZ & ROTES HAUS

WEINGUT ALLRAM

WEINGUT ECKER – ECKHOF

WEINGUT JOHANN TOPF

Ried Lamm (566)

Mayer am Pfarrplatz (453)

Hasel Alte Reben (487)

Premium (564)

Ofenberg (455)

AL - Light smokiness on nose, some citrus and white pear notes. Good structure on palate, ﬁrm with nice minerality and fresh ﬁnish. Quite complex. Still young, but promising !

AL - Nice purity on the nose, minerality and stone fruit. Very ﬁrm and fresh palate, good length with some spicy notes on ﬁnish.

AL - Young nose, citrus and yellow fruit. Crispy palate, some green notes, medium length.

AL - Pure and mineral nose, zesty with fresh citrus. Clean palate with some spicy citrus notes, fairly long.

AL - Pure nose, stone fruit and minerality. Dry and fresh palate with good bite, long aftertaste.

DL - Pale yellow with green sheens. Bitter nose of grass, lime and hint of apple. Refreshing attack, crisp acidity, medium body, good fresh ﬁnish. Straightforward and fresh.

DL - Pale yellow with green sheens. Lees aromas on fermentation marked nose, CO² hints, some green and lime aromas. Fresh green attack, vegetal hint, nice fresh acidity, medium body and nice minerality. Typical Grüner Veltliner.

DL - Very luminous pale yellow with hints of green. Fresh nose of citrus, lime, pineapple and fresh apple. Very dry attack, medium body, nice balance between bitterness and alcohol. Pure minerality. Pure “terroir”.

HP - Very pale green straw. Aromas of green tea, lemon and lime zest nose. Great minerality palate with fruit, ﬂavors of lime and kiwi, moderate ﬁnish.

HP - Pale yellow green. Very fresh, minerality, stony with pear, green apple and citrusy aromas. Light body and fresh acidity on palate, lemon and passion fruit ﬂavors, well balanced, moderate length.

DL - Pale gold with bubble presence. Mature nose, apple aromas, if slightly oxidized. Beer flavors, bitterness, but good length. Beer ?? HP - Pale yellow green. Very discreet on nose, light persistence. Smooth palate, but lacks depth. Elegant fruit of fresh pear and green apple. MS - Yellow gold. Wonderful flavors with fine, crisp finish. Very fine. RD - Bright light yellow. Waxy and light nose. Dry and fat with apricot flavors and soft acidity, medium length. Good wine.

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DL - Luminous pale green yellow. Complex citrus aromas, lime and lemon, some minerality. Vivid attack, crisp and dry, short length, light body, acidic ﬁnish. Hard acidity. HP - Bright yellow gold, green hues. Delicate aromas of dry fruit, smooth texture. Crisp acidity and light body in mouth, very lime and lemony, delicate overall, moderate ﬁnish, but elegant and well balanced. MS - Yellow. Ripe and super dry. Tight structure. Well made. RD - Bright light yellow. Herbal and forward. Dry and mineral and short. Dry and herbal.

HP - Pale yellow green. Discreet aromas of hay, fresh straw with short persistence. Smooth, well balanced in mouth with minerality and fresh apple ﬂavors, good length. Very elegant. MS - Yellow. Clean acidity, medium body, crisp ﬁnish. Pleasant and clean. RD - Bright pale yellow. Lean and recessed nose. Dry and clean palate, good acidity, medium to short. Lean, clean machine.

MS - Yellow. Mild and light with some freshness. Pleasant. RD - Bright light green yellow. Herbal, forward nose with minerality. Dry and full, clean palate with good acidity, lingering ﬁnish. Herbal, full and forward.

MS - Pale yellow. Lightly flavored with dry finish. Slightly restrained flavor but pleasant. RD - Bright light yellow. Dull and musty nose. Dry to off dry. Soft acidity, short. Musty and dull.

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84.4

84.2

WEINGUT MEINHARD FORSTREITER

WEINGUT LOIMER

WEINGUT STEINSCHADEN ERWIN

WEINGUT WEINRIEDER

WINZERHOF SAX

Tabor (550)

Käferberg (516)

Hahnkreuz (471)

Schneiderberg (498)

Reserve (578)

AL - Young nose, green fruit, some bitter notes. Fresh, but quite short palate.

AL - Elegant nose, young stone fruit and citrus. Firm and elegant palate, minerality, good freshness, long and zesty ﬁnish.

AL - Young nose, some herbal notes and green fruit. Good freshness, some spice on the aftertaste.

AL - Fruity nose, green fruit notes. Quite light palate, green apple, medium length.

AL - Ripe apricot on nose, some honeyed notes. Herbal palate, some bitter notes.

DL - Luminous, very pale yellow. Fresh green apple nose, typically Grüner, lime and grapefruit. Good, crisp attack, fruity taste, straightforward, beer ﬂavors, nice hints of bitterness, good length. Straight and fruity.

DL - Pale gold yellow with green sheens. Fresh nose of green apple, pear, young fruit aromas. Good refreshing palate, nice fruity, excellent balanced, ﬁne bitterness, long length. Good Grüner Veltliner.

DL - Medium intensity gold yellow. Fruity nose of apple with hint of lime. Fresh attack, nice mellowness and bitterness, medium body and medium length. Fruity, classic Grüner Veltliner. HP - Pale yellow straw. Fresh aromas of dry straw, hint of pepper, note on rhubarb on nose. Elegant mouth feel, lime and lemon flavors, quite ripe apple notes, moderate length, superb acidity and minerality. MS - Yellow gold. Fine flavors with broad structure and fine freshness. Very pleasant indeed ! RD - Clear yellow. Undefined nose, citrusy aromas. Dry and simple, crisp and short.

DL - Pale gold, hint of green. Reductive nose, lees aromas, not really clean. Green hint of herbs, bitter notes, low acidity, short body, rather poor. Unclean. HP - Pale yellow gold. Light ripeness on nose, discreet aromas, litchi. Dry mouth, fresh, vivacious acidity, short finish, stony and rocky notes. MS - Yellow green. Lightly flavored with average balance. Pleasant. RD - Bright light yellow. Recessed, closed nose. Dry and mineral palate, stone fruit flavors. Not clean, yeasty notes. Well made, but reductive.

DL - Luminous yellow green. Closed nose, ripe apple and yellow plum. Round attack, simple taste, hard finish, short body. Too thin. HP - Medium yellow gold. Intense, ripe fruit, peach and rose petal, English candy aromas. Smooth palate, silky acidity, elegant and quite long. Classic. MS - Yellow, gold highlights. Fine flavors, nicely put together. Clean and fresh. RD - Vibrant yellow. Musty notes, caramelized pear. Dry and full, soft acidity, lingering, earthy finish. Nice and rich and lengthy.

HP - Pale yellow gold. Intense candy fruit, high lemon aromas with tangerine, white peach on quite long bouquet. Good presence of ﬂavors, well balanced, slight touch of oak, good ﬁnish. MS - Yellow. Bright bouquet of fruit bowl. Medium body with medium length. Very pleasant. RD - Bright light green yellow. Herbal, minty, in your face bouquet. Dry and light bodied, clean and medium. Light and refreshing, uncomplicated.

HP - Pale yellow gold. Light nose, fresh pear and citrusy aromas with notes of melon. Pale presence in mouth, lacks personality. MS - Yellow. Odd, sour ﬂavors and shortness. RD - Vibrant light yellow. Forward nose with herbaceous and grassy aromas. Dry and lean, crisp and clean, medium ﬁnish. Green and lean, clean and nice !

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83.8

83.6

WINZERHOF SAX

WEINGUT FJ GRITSCH MAURITIUSHOF

WEINGUT EWALD GRUBER

WEINGUT BÄUERL

WEINBAU GRAF

Alte Reben (470)

Loibenberg Reserve (483)

Reserve (597)

Smaragd Loibenberg (460)

Weinviertel DAC Klassik (473)

AL - Pure nose, lemony with green fruit. Crisp and zesty, fair length.

AL - Ripe nose, honey and tropical fruit. Unctuous palate, broad and toasted. Lacks some freshness perhaps. Tropical but ﬂaccid.

AL - Creamy nose, yellow fruit. Quite ﬂat palate, lacks freshness, short ﬁnish.

AL - Clean and elegant nose, citrus and peach. The palate is fresh with pleasant bitterness, citrusy notes, quit long ﬁnish.

AL - Young and quite green nose. Light palate, fresh and short.

DL - Pale yellow, green reflections. Fresh nose, green apple and grapefruit. Nice refreshing attack, nice bitterness, medium body, simple and long. Easy wine. HP - Very pale yellow straw. Mineral nose, more stony aromas, more smoky than fresh. Elegant acidity, fresh pear and green apple flavors. MS - Pale. Delicately flavored and light. Fine balance. Light and fine. RD - Bright light yellow green. Elegant, herbal nose. Dry and clean, medium full, long wine with fresh finish. Clean, elegant and attractive.

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DL - Very intense and rich golden color. Full nose of ripe fruit, hint of bitter aromas, high alcohol. Round and flat attack, caramelized fruit, nice bitterness, low acidity, full body style, less acidity on finish. Flat acidity. HP - Yellow gold. Complex nose, but no distinction, ripe apricot with hint of minerality. Flabby in mouth, short finish, discreet flavor. MS - Yellow gold. Compost nose. Big flavor with off dry ending. Round and generous. RD - Vibrant gold. Lean and herbal notes on nose. Dry and full, pear flavor on slightly flabby palate, medium to short finish. Nice aromatics, but slightly unbalanced wine.

DL - Very luminous pale gold yellow. Ripe fruit nose, hint of minerality, honey and apple aromas. Full and rich attack, powerful mouth, nice bitterness, good length with hint of freshness. Well made. HP - Moderate yellow green. Ripe, apricot aromas, candy and litchi nose. Very discreet in mouth, flabby and short with apple flavors. No elegance. MS - Bright yellow. Clean and fresh with medium intensity and grip. Very pleasant. RD - Brilliant light golden. Intense and complex nose, very ripe fruit and brioche notes. Dry and clean and crisp palate with ripe apricot flavors, lengthy. Powerful wine.

DL - Pale yellow, straw reflections. Mature nose of ripe fruit, apple and lime peel. Rich attack, slightly flat mouth, bitter sensations, insipid and short. Unripe. HP - Yellow green. Very minty, green mint, florality, acacia, passion fruit. Smooth and silky in mouth, elegant, great balance, citrusy, pear, pineapple flavors, long persistence. MS - Yellow. Delicate and light. Very fresh and pure. Fine balance. Straightforward and clean, but fine. RD - Vibrant light yellow. Herbal with some stone fruit aromas. Dry, fat, flabby and short.

DL - Luminous golden yellow. Open and complex nose, lime and grass. Round attack, hint of mellowness, good bitter taste, medium length with nice, bitter finish. Typical ! HP - Yellow green. Delicate aromas of green peas, apple and fresh rhubarb. Flabby and short palate. MS - Yellow. Ripe and delicate. Charming body and balance. Tasty and fun. RD - Bright pale yellow. Fresh apricot and pear, mineral nose. Dry and full, broad and slightly flabby. Hint of petrol. Good, elegant aromatics, fat and flabby palate.

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83.4

83.2

WEINGUT LUDWIG NEUMAYER

BRÜNDY WEINGUT AM WAGRAM

WEINGUT RUDOLF & ANITA SCHWARZBÖCK

WEINGUT WEINRIEDER

WEINGUT TÜRK

Zwirch (474)

Grand Brü (529)

Hölle (557)

Reserve (606)

Erlesenes vom (497)

AL - Clean nose, citrus and green fruit. Some bitterness on palate, fresh ﬁnish, but short.

AL - Oaky nose, quite roasted aromas. White fruit on palate, just disturbed by oak, quite angular ﬁnish.

AL - Good ripeness on nose, spicy with apricot notes. Nice bite on palate, fresh with elegant fruit and a long aftertaste.

AL - Vivid and zesty nose, creamy with some yeasty notes. Good structure, fresh, some herbal notes, quite long.

AL - Pure nose, citrus notes and minerality. Crispy palate, stone fruit with long ﬁnish.

DL - Very luminous pale gold yellow. Fat nose with barrel aromas, vanilla and burnt toast. Mellow attack, rich, high alcohol, smooth mouth feel, low freshness. Too oaky. Oaky doky !!

DL - Gold green yellow, bubble presence. Fresh and complex nose of apple and pear. Crisp attack, good bitter taste, medium body and short ﬁnish. Simple and green.

DL - Pale gold with green sheens. Open nose with minerality, freshness and lime aromas. Fresh, green attack, high acidity, medium body and medium length. Balanced enough wine.

DL - Luminous pale golden yellow. Fresh nose, floral aromas, grassy, grapefruit notes. Very balanced mouth with nice freshness, just the expected amount of bitterness, good medium length, attractive body. Good Grüner Veltliner. HP - Pale yellow straw. Light, lemon nose, light touch of spice, low persistence. Straw flavors, low acidity, short finish. Lacks elegance. MS - Yellow green, super clarity. Delicate and dry, surprising grip. Clean and fresh. Made for food. RD - Bright light green yellow. Herbal and lean nose. Dry and full and clean, soft acidity. Good wine.

HP - Yellow green. Elegant touch of new oak, butter with lemon, orange zest. Fresh minerality with sweet apple, quite long to end. Atypical, lacks raciness. MS - Green gold. Ripe and spicy nose. Fine flavors balanced beautifully, great crisp ending. Very fine and clean. RD - Bright light yellow. Minerality bouquet. Dry and medium bodied, mealy flavors, short on end.

HP - Pale yellow green. Sweet passion fruit nose. Light palate, no expression. MS - Gold yellow. Nicely flavored, good balanced to end. Pleasant wine. RD - Bright yellow. Forward nose of minerality and apricots. Dry and full and astringent palate, pear flavors, lingering finish. Good and rich and astringent.

HP - Pale yellow green. Discreet aroma of straw, dry wheat with almost yeasty notes. Smooth, vivacious acidity, good length and green apple and fresh pear ﬂavors. MS - Yellow gold. Odd nose. Light body and structure. Pleasant. RD - Bright light yellow. Lean and herbal nose. Dry and clean, crisp and delicate, short palate. Light and clean, straightforward and short.

DL - Very luminous yellow green. Fresh nose of lime, lemon, hay and minerality. Nice, crispy attack, good bitter taste, fresh structure, medium bodied, good length. Refreshing. HP - Pale yellow green. Discreet, herbal and dry straw nose of short persistence. Light palate, lacks elegance. MS - Yellow. Medium body with sharp end. Slight and tart. RD - Clear light yellow. Lean on nose. Dry and clean palate, medium to full, well balanced acidity, nice, clean ﬁnish. Clean and refreshing.

117

A L : A n d re a s L a r s s o n • D L : D o m i n i q u e L a p o r t e • H P : H e r v é P e n n e q u i n • M S : M a r k S l a t e r • R D : R o g e r D a g o r n

82.8

82.6

WEINGUT POMASSL

WEINGUT SCHUCKERT

WEINGUT ARTNER

WEINGUT LUDWIG NEUMAYER

WEINGUT R & A PFAFFL

Smaragd (537)

Weinviertel DAC Selection (469)

Steinäcker Reserve (492)

Der Wein vom Stein (530) Hundsleiten (484)

AL - Fresh nose, stone fruit aromas. Good grip on palate, spicy citrus notes, fresh and quite long.

AL - Pure nose, clean fruit, white pear. Good freshness, crisp on the palate, quite long.

AL - Fruity and rich nose. (Oak inﬂuence ?) Quite austere palate, rather short.

AL - Lemony nose, green apple notes. Quite light palate, fresh with citrusy notes, fair length.

DL - Luminous, pale green yellow. Elegant fruit nose, apple, pear and hint of minerality. Fresh, crisp attack, vivid taste, lemony notes, simple body, short length. Light.

DL - Luminous and intense gold yellow. Complex nose of ripe and cooked fruit, hint of toasted bread. Full and mellow attack, nice smooth, mature bitterness, barrel contact giving huge length. Huge !

DL - Bright medium intensity pale green yellow. Fresh lemony nose of lime, gooseberry, hint of minerality. Very crisp and dry, lemony ﬂavors, short body, only the acidity aspect dominates the balance. Vivid.

HP - Yellow gold. Almond nose, sweet butter scotch, blond caramel with lemon and green apple on end, moderate length. Well balanced with slightly too much oak, silky acidity. Lacks some elegance.

HP - Pale yellow green. Very stony, steely aromas, violets and ﬂower aromas with white mint on nose. Fresh acidity, minerality, white peach and short ﬁnish in mouth.

DL - Pale straw with green sheens. Delicate and subtle nose, not really developed aromatically, but some lime. Simple mouth, light body, hint of bitterness. Too simple. HP - Yellow green. Elegant aromas of passion fruit and pear nose. Smooth acidity, elegant with white mint and peppery with mineral finish. MS - Green. Nice ripeness on nose. Fine flavors with medium intensity. Clean and clear. Very pleasant. RD - Clear and light yellow. Lean and simple nose with some unripe fruit. Dry and light with pear flavors and short acidity, short finish. Light and simple.

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HP - Medium intense yellow gold. Relatively discreet aromas of hay and fresh straw, lime lemony notes, light persistence. Supple palate, moderate acidity, lacks elegance. MS - Yellow. Light body and flavor. Under powered. Plain. RD - Light green yellow. Minerality and stone fruit. Dry and crisp and clean, fine minerality, short finish. Clean and crisp.

MS - Yellow gold. Opulent, super ripe nose. Palate does not match the bouquet. Under powered fruit. Good start, short end. RD - Bright light gold. Light honey nose. Dry, medium bodied, short. Not good acidity balance. Off palate.

MS - Yellow. Herbal bouquet. Mild and crisp. Pleasant. RD - Brilliant light yellow. Herbal and grassy, green nose. Dry and crisp, clean and medium length. Clean and green.

AL - Young white fruit on nose. Some green notes, a touch of bitterness on palate medium length. DL - Luminous pale gold. Delicate nose, ripe apple, not really clean. Fresh and elegant mouth, crisp acidity, medium body, fresh bitterness in finish. Nice fresh style. HP - Pale yellow gold. Discreet aromas of dry straw and light florality. Quite discreet palate with limited flavor expression. MS - Yellow. Thin and light, hard end. Plain. RD - Bright yellow. Forward nose with ripe pear. Dry and full with citrusy flavors, short.

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82.6

82.4

WEINGUT MAYER AM PFARRPLATZ & ROTES HAUS

WEINGUT JOSEF ZENS

WEINGUT DÜRNBERG

WEIN- & OBSTHOF SCHNEIDER

WEINGUT MÜLLERGROSSMANN

Rotes Haus (500)

Reserve (528)

Rabenstein (517)

Riedencuvée (475)

Alte Reben (522)

AL - Young and fresh nose, citrus and some spicy notes. Fresh palate, white pear, long and fresh.

AL - Ripe nose, yellow fruit, honey and spicy notes. Fresh palate, nice mineral character, good length with some spicy notes.

AL - Young, lemony nose, some rubbery notes. Quite light palate, fresh, but short.

AL - Young and pure nose, white fruit and citrus. Good freshness, fairly light structure.

DL - Pale gold with green reﬂections. Dusty nose, hint of ripe apple. Full and generous mouth, low acidity, but nice bitterness. Not really long on ﬁnish. Dusty.

DL - Very luminous pale yellow. Crispy nose of citrus and gooseberry. Nice fresh attack, citrus taste, vivid ﬁnish. Fresh.

AL - Young and fresh nose, citrus and white pear. Quite light palate, some spicy notes, medium length.

DL - Pale green yellow. Subtle nose of fresh herbs, lime and lemon. Fresh attack, good bitterness, simple taste, fresh finish. Simple and crisp. HP - Very pale yellow green. Light, delicate aromas of lemon, need more elegance, notes of white flower. Elegant and smooth mouth, caressing, gentle acidity, nice ripe pear, moderate finish. MS - Yellow green. Slight and small, green acidity on end. Unappealing. RD - Vibrant and bright green, lightly gold. Light and crisp, mineral nose, quite forward with hint of herbs. Dry and ripe fruit, medium bodied, balanced palate, medium finish. Pleasant, light and herbal nose, green notes, ripe flavors.

DL - Pale yellow, green sheens. Closed nose, lime, grass and bruised leaves. Vivid attack, crisp, lemony, low bitterness and mellowness, very dry and crisp finish, but short. Crisp ! HP - Pale yellow straw. Elegant aromas of fresh fruit, green apple, pear and litchi. Soft minerality, steely flavors in mouth with apple, lemon and white pepper on finish. Moderate length. MS - Yellow green. Bracing acidity, but light flavors. Overly tart. RD - Bright light yellow. Tired fruit. Dry and medium bodied, steely and crisp with short finish. OK.

HP - Pale yellow green. Discreet, banana aromas, short nose. Mouth without expression, short, light minerality tones.

HP - Very pale yellow green. Grassy notes, minerality, light red fruit, ﬁnishing on mineral bouquet. Well balanced palate with good acidity level, passion fruit and pear ﬂavors, medium body. Nicely classic.

MS - Yellow. Menthol notes. Too subtle. Abrupt end. Average.

MS - Green. Green, under ripe notes. Sharp acidity. Small and tart.

RD - Vibrant light yellow. Ripe pear and apricot on nose. Dry and full, round and mineral, clean palate with medium ﬁnish. Well made.

RD - Clear very pale yellow. Simple nose, light with stone fruit aromas. Dry and light, clean and simple with short ﬁnish. Light, light, light, but clean.

DL - Luminous pale yellow with green reflections. Fresh nose of green apple, lime and hay. Vivid attack, crisp, bitter taste, short mouth. Very simple. HP - Pale yellow green. Very floral, but lacks finesse and persistence. Very light, mineral palate with good acidity, but short with no weight. MS - Green. Light and fresh. Pleasant. RD - Bright light yellow green. Light and delicate fruit nose, candied notes. Dry and medium bodied, simple, clean and short palate. Nice and well made.

119

A L : A n d re a s L a r s s o n • D L : D o m i n i q u e L a p o r t e • H P : H e r v é P e n n e q u i n • M S : M a r k S l a t e r • R D : R o g e r D a g o r n

81.8

81.6

81.4

80.6

WEINGUT BÄUERL

WEINGUT WESS

WEINGUT KURT ANGERER

WEINGUT FRANZ UND CHRISTINE NETZL

WEINGUT THOMAS LEITHNER

Smaragd Kellerberg (491)

Loibenberg (556)

Spies (481)

Selection Ried Bärnreiser (467)

Privat (609)

AL - Young and citrusy nose, green fruit aromas. Quite herbal palate, short.

AL - Young and pure and vivid bouquet. Fresh and zesty, yellow fruit palate of fair length.

AL - Green fruit on nose. Quite lean palate, some bitter notes, short.

DL - Pale yellow green. Greenish nose, grass, hay and lees aromas. Nice mellow attack, bitterness is balanced, short body. Simple.

DL - Luminous pale green yellow. Green nose of lime, lemon and lees aromas. Harsh green taste, vivid and crisp, too acidity. Green !

AL - Freshness and minerality on nose, stone fruit aromas. Dry and fresh palate, spicy with medium length.

DL - Pale yellow, light color. Rich nose, marked by barrel contact. Woody taste. Flat, no wine. Beaver, muskrat wine.

HP - Pale yellow green. Intense green apple and pear aromas, slightly yeasty nose. Lacks personality in mouth, low acidity and short ﬁnish.

HP - Pale yellow green. Green aromas of leaf, lime lemony notes on elegantly ﬁnishing bouquet. Fresh minerality, light palate, well made wine.

DL - Bright pale gold of medium intensity. Full nose of fruit, oxidized apple, pear, hint of lees and fermentation aromas. Smooth attack, rich alcohol aspect, fresh bitter ﬁnish, medium length. Medium to good quality.

AL - Nose shows some notes of oak, young fruit. Palate not quite balanced, dominated by oak.

DL - Very luminous golden green. Ripe nose of apple and caramelized fruits, yellow plums aromas, hint of ﬁshy notes. Crisp attack, good mellowness, nice balance, medium body and good length. Except the bouquet, the palate is correct.

MS - Yellow. Green apple bouquet. Tasty fruit, nicely balanced palate with crispness and freshness. Delicate and ﬁne.

MS - Yellow. Nicely ﬂavored with biting acidity on end. Plain and tart.

RD - Bright pale yellow. Recessed, delicate nose, clean and mineral. Dry and light palate, soft, lacks clean acidity, short ﬁnish. Acidity off.

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RD - Bright very pale yellow green. Herbal and light nose. Dry and light, clean and short palate, light pear ﬂavors. Clean and simple and fresh.

HP - Pale yellow gold. Mineral aromas with fresh straw and green apple, citrusy notes. Palate rich in lemon and orange zest flavors, mouth with limited acidity, but very elegant, moderate finish. MS - Yellow. Fine mango nose. Sweet fruit gives way to sour flavors and rough acidity. Flawed. RD - Vibrant light yellow. Recessed, ripe stone fruit nose. Slightly reductive touch. Dry and medium bodied.

HP - Pale yellow green. Green apple with smooth, toasty oak on nose, butter and light spice. Smooth mouth feel, brown sugar flavors, melon and light apricot, well balanced. MS - Light yellow. Gorgeous exotic nose. Round and delicious flavors, fine finish. Tasty and spicy. RD - Bright pale yellow. Lean, apple aromas, recessed bouquet. Dry, full and fat, unbalanced, lacking acidity, short. Nice nose, disappointing palate.

HP - Light yellow green. Fresh aromas of minerality, oyster shell notes. Disappointing in the mouth, short finish. No interest. MS - Yellow gold. Modestly flavored. Fine balance with crisp end. Pleasant. RD - Vibrant deep green yellow. Herbal and forward nose. Dry and clean, stone fruit aromas, short finish. Good wine.

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A L : A n d re a s L a r s s o n • D L : D o m i n i q u e L a p o r t e • H P : H e r v é P e n n e q u i n • M S : M a r k S l a t e r • R D : R o g e r D a g o r n

80.4

80.2

HAGER MATTHIAS

BIOWEINGUT ZILLINGER

Alte Reben (495)

Weinviertel DAC Alte Reben (468)

AL - Some oak and vanilla, tired fruit. Bitter and short and ﬂabby.

AL - Fresh nose, green fruit, apple and pear. Quite tart and acidic.

DL - Luminous and intense, golden yellow. Rich nose of ripe fruit, apple and hint of fresh herbs. Smooth attack, velvety mouth, good body, nice length and fresh ﬁnish. Rich and round !

DL - Pale yellow, green sheens. Very crisp aromas, lime and pineapple. Vivid, fresh attack, nice crispy taste, lime ﬂavors, good body, nice length. Fresh, crispy style.

HP - Bright yellow gold. Delicate, tangerine and apricot aromas, short persistence nose. Smooth approach with fresh acidity, lemon ﬂavors with low, overall elegance. MS - Yellow. Gentle bouquet. Fine, clean ﬂavors. Black pepper wallop at end. Bracing and clean. RD - Vibrant yellow. Recessed and lean nose, little going on, rather closed. Dry and lean and short.

HP - Pale yellow green. Light and fresh, grassy and herbs nose, minerality and gooseberry. Smooth with elegant acidity, moderate length. MS - Light yellow. Herbal nose. Green, weedy fruit. Thin and sour notes. RD - Clear pale yellow. Ripe pear, fresh, green nose. Dry and crisp and clean, balanced palate, medium ﬁnish. Pretty wine, crispy and fruity.

Pleasure giving. Highly recommended, exciting wine. Big and intense, a “groovy” Grüner Veltliner

WOW ! Please ﬁll my glass. Fresh and mineral, almost perfect.

More please !

A beauty !

Truly and fully GOOOOD ! Very good now, yet ﬁne potential ahead !

Alleluia ! 121

2 0 0 7 V I N T A G E UP TO 12.9% VOL. OF ALCOHOL

79.8

WEINGUT MARTINSHOF - Weinviertel DAC Martinshof

79.8

WEINGUT SCHMIDL - Kellerberg Federspiel

79.6

WEINGUT HERZINGER - Traisental DAC

79.4

WEINGUT ZIMMERMANN - Kabinett

79.4

WEINGUT DÜRNBERG - Saftig Steinwein

79.2

STOCKINGERHOF - Birdie One

79.2

WEINBAU HOLZMANN - Weinviertel DAC Hamert

79.2

WEINGUT MARKOWITSCH MEINRAD - Classic Carnuntum

79.2

WEINBAU LAGER - Bärenreiser

79.2

RESPIZ-HOF KÖLBL - Weinviertel DAC Reipersberg

79.2

WEINGUT SCHLOSS GOBELSBURG - Lössterrassen

VINOKUS

78.6

122

WEINKELLEREI FORSTER - Weinviertel DAC Classic

78.6

WEINGUT LIEGENFELD - Classic

78.4

WEINGUT STIFT - Klosterneuburg

78.4

WEINGUT KARL HAIMERL - Kirchgraben Classic

78.2

WEINGUT MITTERNAST - Weinviertel DAC

78.2

WEINHOF WALDSCHÜTZ ANTON & ELFRIEDE - Kabinett

77.8

WEINGUT WÖBER - Sur Lie

77.8

WEINGUT RABL - Spiegel

77.6

WEINGUT BURGER - Gobelburger Messwein

77.6

WEINGUT J. SCHMID - Pfarrweingarten

77.4

WEINBAU BERGER - Classic

77.4

WEINGUT SCHMID - Vetlina Federleicht

76.8

WEINGUT STEINSCHADEN ERWIN Leicht und Fruchtig

75.8

WEINGUT GIEFING

75.2

WEINGUT LEOPOLD SCHUCKERT - Weinviertel DAC Selection

123

74.4

WEINGUT SOMMER - Classic

WEINGUT SCHLOSS FELS - Schloss Fels

73.8

WEINBAU KLEIN - Neusiedlersee

73.4

WEINGUT HÖPLER

73.2

WEINGUT HAHNEKAMP-SAILER - Riedenselektion

72.6

WEINGUT SCHLOSS FELS - Schillingberg

72.2

WEINGUT MANFRED WEISS

70.6

WEINGUT SCHALLER - Caprice

WEINGUT ALLACHER VINUM PANNONIA

WEINGUT WALEK - Weinviertel DAC

WEINGUT LICHTSCHEIDL - Classic

68.1

WEINGUT HIRTL - Classic

63.2

124

WEINGUT ERWIN U. SIGRID LEHNER - Kabinett

WEINGUT WIENINGER - Herrenholz

2 0 0 7 V I N T A G E MORE THAN 13% VOL. OF ALCOHOL

79.8

WEINGUT SALZL SEEWINKELHOF

79.8

WEINGUT LOIMER - Terrassen

79.8

WEINGUT HAHN - XL Reserve

79.6

WEINGUT GÜNTSCHL - Gaudeamus Exklusiv

79.6

BIOWEINGUT ZILLINGER - Weinviertel DAC Lissen

79.6

WEINGUT PUHR - Ladenbau

79.4

BIOWEINGUT SÖLLNER - Fumberg

79.4

WEINGUT ALOIS HÖLLERER - Selektion

79.4

WEINBAU HOLZMANN - Privat

79.2

WEINGUT REISINGER - Weinviertel DAC

79.2

WEINGUT VÖLKL - Fuchsloch

78.6

WEINGUT BUCHMAYER - Weinviertel DAC

78.6

WEINBAU EHN - Sonnleitn

125

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78.4

WEINGUT REBENHOF MANTLER - Scheiben

77.8

WINZERHOF GMEINER - Hasel

77.6

WEINBAU ING. WILHELM EMINGER - Breiten Exklusiv

77.6

WEINGUT ZIMMERMANN - Kremstal DAC Roßhimmel

77.4

WEINGUT WÖBER - Weinviertel DAC Mühlberg

WEINGUT HERMANN MOSER KEG - Kremstal DAC Der Löss

WEINGUT SCHENZEL-WALLNER - Amadeus

WEINGUT MÜLLNER - Kremstal DAC Weinzierlberg

72.2

WEINGUT ALLRAM - Hasel Alte Reben

68.2

WEINGUT ING. LUDWIG UND MARIA GILG - Selection

2 0 0 6 V I N T A G E UP TO 12.9% VOL. OF ALCOHOL

126

77.8

WEINGUT HANS & ANITA NITTNAUS - Vom Leithagebirge

74.6

WEINGUT TONI HARTL - Leithaberg

2 0 0 6 V I N T A G E MORE THAN 13% VOL. OF ALCOHOL

WEINGUT LIEGENFELD - Leithaberg

WEINGUT LOIMER - Terrassen

78.2

WEINGUT NORBERT BAUER - Weinviertel DAC Alte Reben

76.2

WEINGUT FRITZ SALOMON GUT OBERSTOCKSTALL - Maulbeerpark

74.8

WEINGUT WIENINGER - Kaasgraben

74.2

WEINGUT GRILLMAIER - le Meilleur

WEINGUT DOLLE - Senior

KIRCHMAYR WEIN & SEKTKELLEREI - Straber Stangl-Fass 5

70.6

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BRÜNDY - WEINGUT AM WAGRAM - Ried Stiegl

WEINGUT TÜRK - Frechau

70.2

WINZERHOF SCHACHINGER - Monument

69.6

WEINGUT SCHMID GM - Reserve

59.4

WEINGUT SPÄTH - Veiglbergen

127

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11 . 9 5 €

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