2023 Weingut Pfaffl Grüner Veltliner Zeisen
| Type of Wine | |
|---|---|
| Country | Austria |
| Region | |
| Winery | |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Grape | |
| Content (Alc) | 0.75 ltr (12.5%) |
| Drink window | 2024 - 2028 |
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Description
In 1978, Roman and Adelheid Pfaffl became the owners of Weingut Pfaffl in Stetten, a village just north of Vienna in the Weinviertel - Lower Austria region, at a young age. Before 1978, the Pfaffl farm was all about growing grains, potatoes and keeping cows and pigs. A lot has changed in a short time. Today, Pfaffl is the international symbol for Grüner Veltliner. They have even been voted European Winery of the Year by Wine Enthusiast.
The Grüner Veltliner grapes come from the south-facing vineyard 'Zeisen'. There is a forest next to the vineyard, which causes large differences in day and night temperatures. The soil consists of sand and loess. The sticks are 42 years old. The grapes are destemmed and crushed. They undergo a 2-hour peel soak before being pressed. Fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature of 19 degrees in stainless steel tanks. The wine then matures for another four months in stainless steel.
In the glass the wine is light lemon yellow with citrus notes and spicy notes in the nose, especially pepper. On the palate, wine is sparkling, lively and crispy. The wine is fruity with apple and citrus and the recognizable pinch of pepper in the aftertaste. A delicious glass with brunch, for example with sandwiches with salmon and chive cream cheese. Also delicious with a salad with green or white asparagus.
Specifications
| Type of Wine | White |
|---|---|
| Country | Austria |
| Region | Weinviertel |
| Winery | Pfaffl |
| Grape | Gruner Veltliner |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Drinking as of | 2024 |
| Drinking till | 2028 |
| Alcohol % | 12.5 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Promotion | Tier Price |
| Tasting Profiles | Aromatic, Floral, Dry, Fresh, Fruity, Spicy, Lightly sweet, Round, White fruit |
| Drink moments | Cadeau!, Lekker luxe, Met vrienden, Open haard, Romantisch, Summer party, Terras |
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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.