Pfaffl Zeisen Gruner Veltliner 2020

Pfaffl is an international symbol for Grüner Veltliner. They have even been voted European Winery of the Year by Wine Enthusiast.

Vineyard and region:

From the south-facing vineyard 'Zeisen'. Next to the vineyard is a forest, which causes large differences in day and night temperatures. The bottom consists of sand and loess. The sticks are 42 years old.

Vinification

The grapes are destemmed and crushed. They undergo a 2-hour peel soak before pressing. Fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature of 19 degrees in stainless steel tanks. The wine is then matured for another four months in stainless steel.

Color: Lemon yellow.

Smell: Citrus and herbs.

Taste: A fresh, fruity wine with crispy apple and citrus, and the recognizable pinch of pepper in the aftertaste.

Serve with: Delicious with brunch, for example with sandwiches with salmon and chive cream cheese. Also delicious with a salad with green or white asparagus.