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Blaufränkisch Hochberg Mittelburgenland DAC 2008

Mittelburgenland DAC, Österreich
Blaufränkisch Hochberg Mittelburgenland DAC
Variety
Blaufränkisch
Quality
Mittelburgenland DAC

4 Awards

12/2011
Österreich Rot 2012
4
01/2011
2011
84
84 points
12/2010
Rotweinguide 2011
89
89 points
01/2010
2010/2011
4

Vine origins

  • Vineyard

    Hochberg, Altes Weingebirge

    Hochberg – large vineyard site named “Altes Weingebirge”, steepest vineyard in Deutschkreutz at 190m-240m above sea level South-westerly vineyard site, upper layer medium heavy loam and clay soils, moderate limestone content, sandy slopes, good water retention ability, ideal conditions for perfect physiological ripeness.

Analytical data

Alcohol
13,0% vol
Sugar
1,0 g/l, dry
Acid
5,6 %o g/l

Age of vines

11-26 years

Harvest

KMW: 20,5°; yield per hectar: 40-45 hl

Vinification

Fermentation: Stainless steel tanks at ca. 28-30° C, maceration time of 10 days; Ageing: 15 months partly in large wooden casks, partly in used barriques

Wine description

“A ruby-garnet red Blaufränkisch Hochberg with red berry, tobacco and balmy notes. On the palate juicy cherry, powerful structure, balanced acidity, lasting finish. A perfect accompaniment to many dishes.”

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