Ried Steinmassl

Kamptal DAC

Nutrients & Ingredients:  E: 307 kJ/73 kcal

2023: 95 P. Falstaff | 93 P. James Suckling

2022: 95 P. A la Carte | 94 P. Falstaff | 4 Sterne Vinaria

2020: 95 P. Falstaff | 5 Sterne Vinaria | 93 P. James Suckling

 

SKU: 1859-steinmassl-riesling-2022-1-1 Category:

Description

Ried Steinmassl:

This site is located on a ridge extending from the south-southwest at 340 metres above sea level, to 240 metres in the north-northwest with a broad shoulder exposed toward the southwest. Paragneiss and mica schist along with dark amphibolites and light granite gneiss form the crystalline bedrock. As a result of Intense weathering, there are brown earth soils with varying levels of thickness – in some areas, up to one metre – that are interspersed with stones and, despite the silicate source material, can be somewhat calcareous.

Grape variety: Riesling

Additional information

2023202220202016
Wine description

Bright golden yellow. Fine steely nose, fresh peachy notes. Showing the typical fine fruity, frank character of the Steinmassl. Opens up with air
contact, ripe acidity, enticing fruit, vigorous yet balanced with a long lasting finish. Despite the ripe vintage enough structure there, for being
acknowledged as a great Riesling in the genuine style of our winery.

Food pairing

steamed trout, asian cuisine

Wine production
Harvestselective harvest by hand in 20kg crates middle of October
Maceration time12 - 24 hours
FermentationSpontaneous fermentation, 50% in stainless steel tanks & 50% in used oak barrels, 4 - 6 weeks by 22°
Agingin stainless steel tanks on full lees for 6 months, on fine lees for 4 months
BottlingAugust 2016

Alcohol13,5
Wine description

Bright yellow. Fine puristic nose, fresh stonefruit notes. Lots of finesse, very poised, a Steinmassl as from the picture book. Opens with air contact, crisp
acidity, enticing fruit on the palate, powerful and at the same time balanced up to the long-lasting finish. A fascinating example of a light-bodied, finegrained Riesling whose power is more like that of a sinewy athletic than a massive weightlifter.

Food pairing

turbot on risotto

Wine production
Harvestselective harvest by hand in 20 kg crates middle of October
Maceration time12 - 24 hours
FermentationSpontaneous fermentation, 50% in stainless steel tanks & 50% in used oak barrels, 4 - 6 weeks by 22°
Agingin stainless steel tanks on full lees for 6 months, on fine lees for 4 months
BottlingSeptember 2017

Alcohol12,5
Wine description

Oily golden yellow tone with green reflections. The nose yields scents of greengage, yellow apple, ripe pear and assorted dried fruits. The dense mouthfeel delivers also light-footed alcohol, a silky texture and notes of apricot confit and lemon jelly; also delicate smoky and earthy hints; enormous creamy fruitiness, noble acidity and a minerally core. Appears calm and relaxing at the beginning; then lively and refreshing on the finish. (tasted by wine
academic Johannes Fiala)

Food pairing

Asian dishes

Wine production
Harvestselective harvest by hand in 20 kg crates from end of September to beginning of October 2020
Maceration time12 – 24 hours
Fermentationspontaneous fermentation, 50% in stainless steel tanks & 50% in used oak barrels, 4-6 weeks by 22°
Agingin oak barrels on full lees for 11 months, on fine lees for 8 months
BottlingJune 2022, unfiltered

Alcohol12,5
Wine description

Strong golden yellow tone with powerful tears. Charming bouquet, so clean and pure with scents of apricot cake sprinkled with vanilla sugar – and dried peach slices. The palate exudes scents of peach compote with lemon and fruit salad; also impressive extract sweetness with salty tension and agile acidity. Lovely light, smooth creaminess; mineral grip with a bit of chalky texture. Excellent varietal typicity. Mineral deliciousness. So appealing.
(tasted by wine academic Johannes Fiala)

Food pairing

fruit salad, Chinese cuisine, cream cheeses

Wine production
Harvestselective harvest by hand in 20 kg crates on 4.10., 11.10., 17.10. 2022
Maceration time12 – 24 hours
Fermentationspontaneous fermentation, 50% in stainless steel tanks & 50% in used oak barrels, 4-6 weeks by 22°
Agingin oak barrels on full lees for 11 months, on fine lees for 8 months in stainless steel
BottlingAugust 2024, unfiltered

Alcohol13
Wine description

Strong greenish-yellow color, powerful streaks, sparkling clean fruit, fresh apricots, sea buckthorn, pear mustard, ginger ale; delicate fruit, balanced acidity, salty tension, dense substance, extract-rich melt, peach slices, dried apricots, mandarins, lemon verbena, powerful and juicy at the same time, light-footed alcohol, lime jelly on the finish, wonderfully typical for this variety with a long citrus finish. (tasted by wine academic Johannes Fiala)

Food pairing

Asian cooking, including spicy dishes

Wine production
Harvestselective harvest by hand in 20 kg crates on 27.09. and 13.10.2023
Maceration timewhole bunch pressing and 12 – 24 hours
Fermentationspontaneous fermentation, 50% in stainless steel tanks & 50% in used oak barrels, 4-6 weeks by 22°
Agingin oak barrels on full lees for 11 months, on fine lees for 10 months in stainless steel
BottlingAugust 2025, unfiltered

Alcohol12,5
Bio

Biowein, AT-BIO-402

Color

Weiss

Origin

Langenlois

Content

0.75, 1.5

Year

2020, 2022, 2015, 2016, 2023

Quality level

Kamptal DAC

Grape variety

Riesling

Residual sugar

trocken

Drinking suggestion

12-14°

Closure

Naturkork


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