Our older vintages
Ried Heiligenstein Alte Reben
Riesling
2022
1ÖTW Erste Lage Kamptal DAC
Pale greenish yellow with silver reflections. A complex bouquet of ripe yellow peach underpinned by candied orange zest, hints of tropical fruit, nuances of blossom honey, and delicate lime notes. Taut and tightly structured on the palate, revealing white apple fruit, fine precision, and a refined mineral-saline finish. Persistent and long-lasting, with excellent ageing potential that will reward further bottle maturation.
Our most important vineyard, and historically the most renowned site in the Langenloiser region, is the Zöbinger Heiligenstein. Beginning in the 1920s, dry-stone terraces were built by hand across parts of the vineyard. Old Riesling vines, propagated from the original autochthonous Heiligenstein plant material, form the backbone of this exceptional wine. The vines have an average age of 45 years, with the oldest reaching up to 90 years.
As the vines mature, their yields naturally decline, producing fewer and smaller bunches while developing an extensive, deep-rooted system. This broad and deeply penetrating root network is able to nourish the limited crop exceptionally well, resulting in wines of remarkable concentration, ripeness, and complexity.
Awards
- 97/100
- Falstaff Wine Guide 2024/25
- 95+/100
- Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate 5/2024
- 5 Stars
- Vinara Wine Guide 2024/25
Site and climate
Ried Heiligenstein
The terraced south and southwest facing slope of Zöbinger Heiligenstein has a unique geological history that has been preserved in this particular area.
Maturation
We ferment the must in stainless steel at a temperature of 15-20° Celsius.
Food pairing recommendation
An excellent food companion with grilled fish, roast or fried chicken, salted or smoked meats (but without sauerkraut!), Wiener schnitzel, or as an alternative to red wine with roast duck or goose. It’s also ideally suited to many hearty exotic dishes . After some years of maturing, it can be recommended for fish with a variety of sauces - such as beurre blanc or Riesling cream sauce.