| Description: |
Pinot Blanc 'Leithaberg' Weingut Prieler
Located on a beautiful farm in Schützen, Weingut Prieler’s estate vineyards are located between the Leithagebirge, the last outpost of the eastern Alps that protect the vines from western winds, and Lake Neusidl, which help moderate hot temperatures from the Pannonian Plain.
The Pinot Blanc vineyards for Weingut Prieler’s Leithaberg are planted on soil comprising marine limestone and mica-schist.
At the winery, grapes undergo a three-day maceration on the skins, followed by fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. The wine is then transported to 500-liter barrels to age on their fine lees.
Prieler produced their first certified organic wine in 2016 and they are currently in the process of converting to Respekt certified Biodynamic farming, joining like-minded producers in the area.
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| Taste: |
A rich and complex Pinot Blanc from Schützen, Austria. The wine shows layers of lemon zest, ripe bosc pear, peaches, and golden delicious apples. With the fruit is an intriguing nuttiness; namely crushed walnuts and chestnuts; a distinct salinity and crushed gravel minerality. The wine is dry, medium-bodied, with a fresh and bright finish. |
| Cellaring Potential: |
Ready to drink or age for 5+ years. |
| Food Matching: |
Pair with grilled pork chops, a hearty pasta (such as Spätzle), or with a fried Austrian favourite: Wiener Schnitzel. |