2021 Weingut Pfaffl Hommage Grüner Veltliner Reserve
| Type of Wine | |
|---|---|
| Country | Austria |
| Region | |
| Winery | |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Grape | |
| Content (Alc) | 0.75 ltr (13.5%) |
| Drink window | 2022 - 2032 |
Description
In 1978, Roman and Adelheid Pfaffl became owners of Weingut Pfaffl at a young age in Stetten, a village just north of Vienna in the Weinviertel - Lower Austria region. Before 1978, the Pfaffl farm was dominated by the cultivation of grains, potatoes and the rearing of cows and pigs. A lot has changed in a short time and Pfaffl is currently one of the highest peaks in Austria. Pfaffl was named Best Austrian Producer in 2022 by the Frankfurt International Trophy. Earlier this year they received the same award from Mundus Vini. At Parker (the Wine Advocate) they belong to the highest scoring producer with their entire range.
The Hommage is Pfaffl's (and perhaps Austrian) best Grüner Veltliner coming from the DAC Wienviertel Reserve. All the knowledge of Roman and Adelheid's father about wine is in here. Not only the wine, but also the label clearly bears his signature. It is his personal tribute to Grüner Veltliner and his career as a winemaker. For this, only the best grapes from age-old vineyards in the Großebersdorfer Kirchenberg and partly from a selection from the Haidviertel site were used, because they give this wine the right freshness. The spontaneous fermentation in acacia wood barrels and the long storage on the yeast (sur lie) contribute to the fact that the HOMMAGE is without doubt the largest Veltliner from Pffafl
"More Veltliner is not possible." Wirtshausführer 2022 on GV HOMMAGE 2020
"A force of nature. The essence of Grüner Veltliner. (...) An exceptional wine with an enormous storage capacity for many years. A wine that radiates the power of the earth." Adolf Schmid, facebook about GV HOMMAGE 2019
“The wine is aromatic and powerful, revealing a lot of salinity and mineral finesse. Very promising." Wine Advocate Stephan Reinhardt, conqueredparker.com about GM HOMMAGE 2015
"Complex, caring and deeply satisfying, richness and freshness in harmony."
Julia Harding MW, JancisRobinson.com at GV HOMAGE 2014
"Roman Pfaffl has succeeded in paying a wonderful tribute to the Grüner Veltliner with the 'Hommage'." Ursula Geiger, VINUM Editor in Zurich, in VINUM, December 2015 on the GM HOMMAGE 2014
FACT: Under the Tab Appendix you will find the official factsheet of the wine. We will automatically send this to you when you order the wine.
Specifications
| Type of Wine | White |
|---|---|
| Country | Austria |
| Region | Weinviertel |
| Winery | Pfaffl |
| Grape | Gruner Veltliner |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Drinking as of | 2022 |
| Drinking till | 2032 |
| Alcohol % | 13.5 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | No |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Parker rating | 93 |
| Tasting Profiles | Aromatic, Complex, Dry, Powerful, Spicy, Lightly sweet, Rich, Round, Steenfruit, Full, White fruit |
| Drink moments | Indruk maken, Lekker luxe, Open haard, Romantisch |
Wijnhuis
In 1978, Roman and Adelheid Pfaffl became owners of Weingut Pfaffl at a young age in Stetten, a village just north of Vienna in the Weinviertel region. Before 1978, the Pfaffl farm was dominated by grain, potatoes, and livestock. A lot has changed in a short time. Today, Pfaffl is an international symbol for Grüner Veltliner. They have even been voted European Winery of the Year by Wine Enthusiast.
In forty years, Weingut Pfaffl has grown from 0.75 hectares to 110 hectares of vineyard. While the majority of the wines were first served in their local restaurant, wine lovers all over the world now drink wines from Pfaffl.
Today the winery is run by the enthusiastic Roman Pfaffl Jr. and Heidemarie Fischer. With over 1.4 million bottles on an annual basis, Pfaffl is a serious company, with a very high degree of professionalism. This is not only reflected in the wines, but also everything around it. Roman and Heidi have their affairs in order very well. Whether it's the website, the fast customer service, or the modern vineyard techniques, nothing is left to chance to create a total experience.
The vineyards of Pfaffl are spread over 12 villages with a very striking diversity in terroir. The different Grüner Veltliners that Pfaffl makes best reflect these terroir differences. For example, the Zeisen vineyard is even located on a 'Chablis-like' fossil substrate. Besides Grüner Veltliner, Pfaffl is known for its Gemischter Satz (several white grape varieties from one vineyard) and elegant red wines from Zweigelt and Pinot Noir.
Both in the business operations and the wines of Pfaffl, the core values of young, pure, and refreshing come into their own. Pfaffl was named Best Austrian Producer in 2022 by the Frankfurt International Trophy. Earlier this year they received the same award from Mundus Vini. Founder Roman Pfaffl meant so much to Austrian viticulture and in particular the Grüner Veltliner that he was nicknamed Mister Veltliner. His son Roman Pfaffl Jr. has followed in his footsteps and still fully lives up to that reputation.
