Description
Käferberg
a warm, wind-protected site between 310 and 345 metres above sea level with a south-southeastern exposure and a diverse range of soils covering the bedrock. In a confined area, there can be older crystalline rocks such as amphibolite, gneiss and mica schist alternating with much younger clay marl, sand and rare gravels that had been deposited in the ancient Paratethys sea some 16 million years ago.
Grape variety: Grüner Veltliner
Additional information
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Wine descriptionThe nose is reserved and mystical, typical for Käferberg. Complex and well-structured on the palate, abundant spiciness and vintage-like tension, showing good intensity and concentration, clearly demands bottle ripening; piquant spiciness to the end. Excellent maturity potential, it is worth to wait until at least 2020 before opening a bottle! To await a pleasure is itself a pleasure.
Food pairingcooked veal (Tafelspitz), fried tuna steak
Wine production| Harvest | Ried Käferberg Kamptal DAC |
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| Maceration time | 12 - 24 hours |
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| Fermentation | Spontaneous fermentation in 1.250lt & 2.500lt used oak barrels, 4 weeks by max. 24° C |
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| Aging | in used oak barrels on full lees for 6 months & on fine lees for 4 months |
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| Bottling | September 2017 |
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Wine descriptionBrilliant golden yellow hue with thick tears. A noble bouquet with scents of yellow apple and dried banana slices – these tones continue to the palate
along with orange and a touch of pepper spice. Mouth filling and harmonious; very calm and substantial on the tongue; nicely dry with smooth, fine acidity
and an aristocratic finish.
Food pairingBaked foods, roast chicken
Wine production| Harvest | selective harvest by hand in 20 kg crates middle of September to beginning of October 2017 |
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| Maceration time | whole cluster pressing and mash for 24 hours |
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| Fermentation | Spontaneous fermentation in 1.250 lt & 2.500 lt oak barrels, 4 weeks by max. 24° C |
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| Aging | in oak barrels on full lees for 11 months & on fine lees for 9 months in stainless steel tanks |
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| Bottling | July 2019 |
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Wine descriptionGolden yellow hue with pronounced tears. A bouquet of candied pineapple slices, arancini and dried herbs accompanied by a whiff of pepper. The palate
reveals an immense structure with restrained notes of, for example, orange jelly. Lots of creaminess with a fine sweetness and a lengthy, lingering
piquant acidity. Still very young, but has excellent potential thanks to the enormous minerality
Food pairingfried fish or grilled chicken
Wine production| Harvest | selective harvest by hand in 20 kg crates middle of September 2018 |
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| Maceration time | whole cluster pressing and mash for 24 hours |
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| Fermentation | Spontaneous fermentation in 1.250 lt & 2.500 lt oak barrels, 4 weeks by max. 24° C |
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| Aging | in oak barrels on full lees for 11 months & on fine lees for 9 months in stainless steel tanks |
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| Bottling | July 2020, unfiltered |
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Wine descriptionGolden yellow with massive tears. Needs air in the glass. The nose reveals a touch of yeast, vegetal hints and hot stone. The palate is powerfully
concentrated with a tight structure, yielding juicy fruit with sweet extract, notes of dried pineapple slices and lemon jelly, and fresh acidity laced with a
saltiness that is initially gentle, but builds towards the finish. With more air comes a pepperiness, the varietal typicity and high minerality. A demanding
wine with potential. (tasted by wine academic Johannes Fiala)
Food pairingWiener schnitzel or baked fish
Wine production| Harvest | selective harvest by hand in 20 kg crates on 21th September, 1st October and 12th October |
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| Maceration time | whole cluster pressing and mash for 24 hours |
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| Fermentation | Spontaneous fermentation in 1.250 lt & 2.500 lt oak barrels, 4 weeks by max. 24° C |
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| Aging | in oak barrels on full lees for 11 months without sulphur & on fine lees for 9 months in stainless steel tanks with low sulphur |
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| Bottling | June 2021, unfiltered |
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Wine descriptionGold hue with a soft green tint. Discreet aromas of dried herbs and candied fruit; scents of ginger-bread and lemon verbena evolve with air. Juicy mouthfeel, velvety texture and a mineral core. Fla-vours of pineapple, apple jelly and salt-crusted oranges. Off-dry with elegant extract sweetness. The piquant acidity creates pressure and tension, yet this is a calm and firm wine with a long fruity, salty finish. (tasted by wine academic Johannes Fiala)
Food pairingAsian sweet and sour dishes or baked fish
Wine production| Harvest | selective harvest by hand in 20 kg crates from end of September to beginning of October 2020 |
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| Maceration time | whole cluster pressing and mash for 24 hours |
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| Fermentation | spontaneous fermentation in 1.250 lt & 2.500 lt oak barrels, 4 weeks by max. 24°C |
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| Aging | in oak barrels on full lees for 11 months without sulphur & on fine lees for 9 months in stainless steel tanks with low sulphur |
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| Bottling | June 2022, unfiltered |
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Wine descriptionGolden yellow hue. Voluminous tears. Needs air in the glass; then come scents of dried fruit, brewer's yeast, hops and hot stone. Wonderfully dry with juicy fruit, fresh acidity and salty tones accompanying the notes of baked apple, lemon sorbet and salted almonds. Powerful body with a tight structure, chalky texture and a
minerally bitter touch on the finish. A sophisticated wine with potential. (tasted by wine academic Johannes Fiala)
Food pairingbaked fish
Wine production| Harvest | selective harvest by hand in 20 kg crates on 24th, 30th September, 8th, 14th October 2021 |
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| Maceration time | whole cluster pressing and mash for 24 hours |
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| Fermentation | spontaneous fermentation in 1.250 lt & 2.500 lt oak barrels, 4 weeks by max. 24°C |
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| Aging | in oak barrels on full lees for 11 months without sulphur & on fine lees for 8 months in stainless steel tanks with low sulphur |
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| Bottling | 19.04.2023, unfiltered |
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Wine descriptionGolden yellow, oily streaks, apple dumplings, buttered breadcrumbs, pecans, gingerbread,
carnival doughnuts, a hint of hot stone; gentle acidity, salty notes, pleasantly dry, delicate extract sweetness,
creamy substance, mineral core, apple compote, delicate pepper spice, bacon, dried pineapple pieces, shows
varietal typicity, calm with depth, delicate apple mix lingers long. (tasted by wine academic Johannes Fiala)
Food pairingAustrian baked mice or Wiener Schnitzel
Wine production| Harvest | selective harvest by hand in 20 kg crates on 23.9., 12.10. und 13.10.2023 |
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| Maceration time | whole bunch pressing and mash for 24 hours |
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| Fermentation | spontaneous fermentation in 1.250 lt & 2.500 lt oak barrels, 4 weeks at max. 24°C |
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| Aging | in oak barrels on full lees for 11 months without sulphur & on fine lees for 9 months in stainless steel tanks with low sulphur |
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| Bottling | June 2025, unfiltered |
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Bio |
Biowein, AT-BIO-402
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Color |
Weiss
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Origin |
Langenlois
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Content |
0.75, 1.5
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Year |
2020, 2021, 2022, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2023
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Quality level |
Kamptal DAC
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Grape variety |
Grüner Veltliner
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Residual sugar |
trocken
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Drinking suggestion |
12-14°
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Closure |
Naturkork
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