Spicy, vanilla new wood aromas dominate this wine, leading to richness, smooth caramel and smoke, followed by tropical fruits, mangoes and honey. A sophisticated Pinot Gris, rich and ageworthy.
— R.V.
(8/1/2008)
The Winkler-Hermaden family’s vineyards drop precipitously down from Kapfenstein castle, which they run as a hotel. With their great exposure, the vineyards allow the Zweigelt in this wine to ripen well, giving richness and density of structure, with the rich spice and red stone fruits blanketed by dark tannins. Glass stopper.
— R.V.
(8/1/2008)
A rich wine, with tropical fruit flavors. Initially it seems soft, but then smooth acidity jumps in, giving depth of flavor, with green plums, creamy apples and intense ripeness. A real food wine.
— R.V.
(8/1/2008)
A fine example of Styria’s signature wine style, this Sauvignon Blanc has enticing herbaceous aromas followed by rich, full green plums, white currants and a layer of sweet, full acidity. Glass stopper.
— R.V.
(8/1/2008)
An international blend of Zweigelt, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot brings an initial smooth, velvet texture to the wine, its tannins offering spice, red pepper and red plums, but then there is some green herbal character on the finish. Glass stopper.
— R.V.
(8/1/2008)
The focus of this full, rounded, soft Pinot Blanc is on the pear flavors. The mineral texture is about easy-drinking freshness allied to attractive acidity.
— R.V.
(8/1/2008)
Spicy wine, with its soft red stone fruits and bright tannins. There is a certain layer of dryness, and the acidity is fresh and gleaming. Being a Klassik style, there is a minimum of wood aging, and the wine just speaks of the fruit. Glass stopper.
— R.V.
(8/1/2008)
Lightly perfumed, this wood-aged wine has soft tannins and an unfocused character, which brings spice as well as green fruits. The aftertaste is taut and earthy.
— R.V.
(8/1/2008)