Schloss Gobelsburg - Riesling Ried HEILIGENSTEIN ÖTW Erste Lage 2023
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Key figures
- Grape variety: Riesling
- Vintage: 2023
- Sweetness: Dry
- Alcohol content: 13.5 % vol.
- Bottle size: 750 ml
- Allergens: Sulfites
- Country of origin: Austria
- Region of origin: Lower Austria, Kamptal
Description
The Ried Heiligenstein Riesling ÖTW Erste Lage 2023 comes from one of Europe's most famous Riesling vineyards and is considered one of Schloss Gobelsburg's iconic wines. The unique Heiligenstein, with its ancient soils characterized by desert sandstone, lends the Riesling an unmistakable minerality, precision, and complexity. For centuries, wines of exceptional elegance and longevity have been produced here, ranking among Austria's great classics.
The 2023 vintage presents itself as concentrated, precise, and marked by impressive tension. The characteristic freshness of the Riesling is supported by a deep mineral structure and remarkable clarity. Instead of opulent fruit or aromatic richness, the Heiligenstein focuses on finesse, depth, and an unmistakable expression of its origin. It is precisely this combination of minerality, energy, and elegance that makes it one of Austria's most characterful Rieslings.
The winemaking process is deliberately understated to allow the uniqueness of the site to take center stage without compromise. This results in a wine with exceptional precision, fine texture, and a long, complex finish. The Ried Heiligenstein Riesling ÖTW Erste Lage 2023 impressively embodies the greatness of this legendary vineyard and has the potential to develop further over many years.
Das erwartet dich beim Trinken
The wines from the HEILIGENSTEIN vineyard usually present themselves with a medium straw yellow color, and an elegant, complex aroma on the nose.
On the palate, it is a dry wine with pleasant acidity and a complex body.
Perfect with exclusive fish dishes, as well as with herb-rich compositions.
