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F.X. Pichler, Durnsteiner Kellerberg Riesling Smaragd 2014
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Description
The winery of F. X. Pichler has been in the hands of the Pichler family for five generations and is located in the Wachau Valley. The vineyards are concentrated on the southern side of the Danube and are planted in steep terraces, originating from the 13th century.F. X. Pichler only produces white wines: Grüner Veltliner, Riesling and Sauvignon Blanc. Since 1999 Lucas Pichler is responsible for the vinification, while his farther F.X. continues to meticulously take care of the vines. Their philosophy is to produce world class wines. They want to craft wines that reflect the year, the soil and the special microclimate of the Wachau. The subtle nuances of each single vineyard are to be experienced and tasted in their multi-layered uniqueness. They also concern about viticulture sustainability, and thus become a certified organic winery from the 2022 vintage. The addition of animal products has always been, and will continue to remain, excluded with their wines. Their wines are certified vegan and verified with the V-Label of the Vegan Society of Austria.
Tasting notes
Reviewed by: Stephan Reinhardt
The 2014 Riesling Smaragd Dürnsteiner Kellerberg shows a deep and dusty bouquet of crushed stones intertwined with white fruits, lemon peel oil and refreshing vegetal flavors. This Riesling is full-bodied, elegant, very salty, fresh and linear on the palate, with a piquant acidity. This is a very pure and stony Riesling full of grip and detonating tension. There is great definition and complexity here, with lemon flavors in the finish. Still very young, but stimulating and with great aging potential.
