The steep Pfaffenberg vineyard, sloping straight down to the Danube River, is one of the top vineyards in Krems. This rich and complex wine has a fine perfumed character, laced with lemon and pear flavors. It has a touch of minerality in its texture, making a wine that should age over several years.
— R.V.
(12/31/2012)
An intense wine that has powered, nervy acidity, lots of citrus with lime zest. The wine is still young and should be aged to become an impressive Riesling.
— R.V.
(12/31/2010)
Smooth and rich, this shows notes of apricot, intense pepper and spice, with a dry, firm structure. There is a tangy orange zest character that gives some tightness, suggesting it can age.
— R.V.
(12/31/2012)
The richest of the Grüner Veltliners from the Krems cooperative, this has power as well as the ripest fruit. The flavors are of pear, melon and freshly ground spice, edged with a green apple skin texture. There is depth of flavor, the fruits going right into the core of the wine.
— R.V.
(11/15/2008)
Here is a contradiction that works, a wine that is both rich and delicate. The light, dancing touch of the Riesling is fleshed out with delicious perfumed acidity, but always the crispness and flavors of white currants are here.
— R.V.
(12/31/2007)
This is a rich wine, presenting concentrated white peach and Bartlett pear flavors in a generous, creamy texture, smooth and round. That’s not to forget the crisp acidity that offers a fresh, but still full-bodied, finale. Imported by Total Wine & More.
— R.V.
(10/1/2009)
A flagship from the Krems cooperative, highlighting the famed steep Pfaffenberg vineyard. The wine is perfumed, white flower aromas followed with the crispest of currant and green fruits. There is light spice, finishing a deliciously aromatic wine.
— R.V.
(10/1/2009)
From Minick Family estate vineyards, this intense and thrilling Riesling has a Germanic 8.5% alcohol and 5.5% residual sugar balance, yet with acids so vivid and juicy that its sweetness is completely counterbalanced. Loaded with spicy pear and tart tangerine fruit flavors, it’s a penetrating, dense and highly refreshing wine that explores a style that is both…
— R.V.
(12/31/2010)