93
points
Ernst Triebaumer 2003 Mariental Blaufränkisch (Neusiedlersee-Hügelland)
Famed as a cult wine in Austria, this lives up to its billing. It is powerful but elegant, with juicy, herbal flavors, blackberries, damsons and a smooth, cocoa coating. But there is certainly structure here from the tannins. Like so many Triebaumer wines, this will age magnificently.
— R.V.
(10/1/2006)
91
points
Ernst Triebaumer 1999 Ausbruch Essenz White (Burgenland)
-
$135
This blend of Welschriesling and Chardonnay, hugely sweet, but with balanced, intense acidity, was produced in tiny quantities. Flavors of intense crystallized orange peel dominate, balanced with full, rich opulent fruit make this a wine to savor.
— R.V.
(5/1/2004)
91
points
Ernst Triebaumer 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Burgenland)
-
$63
Velvet and smooth black fruits are on the surface of this Bordeaux blend. But underneath this softness is a dense, concentrated tannic wine, with wood flavors, dry layers and the power to age for several years. While this may not be a Burgenland blend, it has some of the herbal, spice character of the reds from this region.
— R.V.
(10/1/2007)