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Wachau wine region
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Peppery, mineral whites.
Crisp whites led by Grüner Veltliner, organized by the DAC system.
Notable producers in Wachau
- F.X. Pichler
- Emmerich Knoll
- Franz Hirtzberger
- Domäne Wachau
- Rudi Pichler
Wachau wines to try
Domäne Wachau Grüner Veltliner Federspiel Terrassen
Fresh and peppery: green apple, citrus and white pepper.
Food: Schnitzel, vegetables
F.X. Pichler Grüner Veltliner Ried Klostersatz
Wachau Grüner from a top grower: white pepper, citrus and depth.
Food: Wiener schnitzel, asparagus
Weingut Prager Riesling Smaragd Achleiten
Ripe white peach and apricot over a stony, almost smoky core, with the weight of a Smaragd and a long, mineral finish.
Food: Roast chicken with tarragon cream
Weingut Knoll Grüner Veltliner Smaragd Ried Loibenberg
Powerful yet poised Grüner: ripe pear, white pepper and lentil-like savouriness over a firm spine of acidity.
Food: Wiener Schnitzel, roast pork belly
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