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Ried Spiegel

Grau- & Weißburgunder

2021

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A bouquet of refined, yellow fruit accents, hay flowers and juvenile yeast underlined with a hint of brioche; first a silky mouthfeel, then dry and very fresh but quite juicy, medium bodied, with hints of pome fruit and a subtle dash of mango, elegant grip, a touch of herbs, a lot of spice and minerals in the finale. A highly pleasurable, Burgundian-style of wine; this is an extremely versatile food-companion that might equally please red- and white wine drinkers, should they wish to agree on one single bottle for the meal.

The name of the vineyard „Spiegel“ (mirror) is said to derive from Latin “spectaculum” (“look-out”). In the ancient times of the “Limes”, the Romans probably used the spot to observe the Germanic tribes to the north of the Danube.

However, still up to now most of the folks think that the name is linked to the convex vaulting of the 300 meter hill, a kind of “mirror” to the sky. The height and exposure of the vineyard with perfect aeration allow to harvest the burgundy varieties a bit later and give both physical ripeness and freshness to a clean fruit.

Grape varieties
Pinot Gris
Pinot Blanc
Harvest yield
3,500 l / ha
Vine training system
Guyot
Date of harvest
September 21–22, 2021
Alcohol content
12.5%
Bottle closure type
Screw cap
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Site and climate

Ried Spiegel (Langenlois)

Size
103 ha
Elevation
260 – 270 m
Inclination
1 °
Orientation
ESE

The name of the vineyard „Spiegel“ (mirror) is said to derive from Latin “spectaculum” (“look-out”). In the ancient times of the “Limes”, the Romans probably used the spot to observe the Germanic tribes to the north of the Danube. However, still up to now most of the folks think that the name is linked to the convex vaulting of the 300 meter hill, a kind of “mirror” to the sky.

The 2021 vintage
To think that the year started modestly enough: the weather was rather cool and moody. With the exception of some almost summerly warm days over Easter these conditions lasted far into May, delaying sprouting while also contributing to the fact that the Kamptal did not suffer serious late frost damages. There was not an abundance of rain at first, however, until Pentecost there was enough to secure a constant water supply to the vines. Consequently we saw a late but beautiful and short flowering. And we were very lucky to have been largely spared the hail storms that hit Austria. Only by mid-September, just before another delayed start...

Maturation

Both varieties ferment partly in steel tank, partly in used 300 liter Austrian and French oak barrels and then mature in 2.500 l Austrian barrels before assemblage.

Food pairing recommendation

Extremely versatile with food - from traditional Austrian to Pan-Asian cuisine; from pork scallop to stir fried meat and vegetables; this wine is a very charming partner to a large range of dishes without imposing its own character but supporting the tastes of a variety of ingredients.

Older vintages

Grau- & Weißburgunder Spiegel

2019

A bouquet of refined, herbal and yellow fruit accents, hay flowers and just a hint of brioche; first a silky, fully present, mouthfeel, then dry and fresh, medium bodied and quite juicy with hints of ripe apple and stone-fruit, elegant grip, a touch of herbs, spice and minerals in the long finale.

Alcohol content: 12.5%

Grau- & Weißburgunder Spiegel

2018

A bouquet of refined, herbal and white fruit accents, hay flowers and just a hint of brioche; dry and fresh and quite juicy with a good grip and a fully present mouthfeel, ripe apple and pear characters on the front palate, a hint of herbs and spice in the long finale. A highly pleasurable, Burgundian-style of wine.

Alcohol content: 12.5%

Grau- & Weißburgunder Spiegel

2017

Refined, slightly lifted herbal and white fruit accents in the aroma, elegantly interwoven with roasted hazelnuts and bay leaves; firm acid structure but well rounded, ripe apple and pear characters on the front palate, good texture, delicate fruit referring to the Pinot Blanc, well rounded, not fleshy but fully present mouthfeel through the Pinot Gris, a hint of herbs and spice, juicy finale. A highly pleasurable, not too serious Burgundian-style of wine.

Alcohol content: 12.5%

Grau- & Weißburgunder Spiegel

2016

Finely-tuned is this Pinot Gris/Pinot Blanc cuvee , “Grauburgunder” accounting for the lion’s share, subtle and inviting bouquet with hints of brown sugar, red berries, hay flowers and some juvenile yeasty notes; dry, fresh and tightly woven, then smooth and fleshy with medium body; some fruit sweetness, well balanced, just getting ready to drink with good length and potential.

Alcohol content: 12.5%

Grau- & Weißburgunder Spiegel

2015

Fine-tuned - this time as a Cuvée with the Grauburgunder (Pinot Gris) making up the lion's share. Notes of caramel and cotton candy, also a little cornelian cherry; intense yet elegant. A powerful, firm body;  polished and straightforward;  uncomplicated on a high level. With a delicate touch of yeast underneath; good persistent length. A good prognosis!

Alcohol content: 13%