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Heinrich Burgenland Blaufränkisch (Case of Six)
Producer
Gernot Heinrich has 60 hectares of vines in Gols, Burgenland, which is Austria’s easternmost province, lying only a few kilometres from the Hungarian border...
After graduating in viticulture from Klosterneuberg, Gernot’s vinous travels in Bordeaux, Spain, California and Italy convinced him that his best approach in this continental climate was to use indigenous grapes such as Blaufränkisch, St Laurent and Zweigelt to make the highest quality, most characteristic wines he could
Vineyards
This wine is from the Wagram area of Burgenland, where the hot, dry climate and sandy, clay soils on south-facing vineyards favour the production of ripe, opulent reds. A fresh, northeasterly wind ensures the relatively high rainfall in the area does not cause the grapes to rot. The vineyards are are situated at 140m above sea level. Blaufrankisch thrives on deep, fertile clay and loess soils and is therefore planted on the heavier soils further down the slope, leaving the higher slopes to Pinot Noir. The vines for this wine are aged between 10-25 years located at different optimum sites of the Heidelboden between the Parndorfer Platte and Lake Neusiedl (the Neusiedlersee).
Vintage Information
Harvested by hand from the end of September 2009.
Vinification
All movement of juice and wine was carried out using gravity. Maceration lasted 2-3 weeks and fermentation followed in temperature controlled stainless steel vats at 28-32°C with daily pump overs. Malolactic fermentation occurred in stainless steel vats. The wine aged in a mix of large oak vats and 2nd use barriques. The wine was bottled in the middle of April 2011 with glass closures.
Tasting Notes
This Austrian showcase variety reveals an aroma of fresh blackberries accompanied by a floral scent. The characteristic spiciness is underscored by a liquorice expression. On the palate are vibrant red berry notes and fresh tones of ripe sour cherries. An elegant texture with a subtle but long, mineral finish.
| Vintage |
2009 |
| Grape varieties |
100% Blaufränkisch
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| Region |
Neusiedlersee, Gols, Burgenland |
| Winemaker |
Gernot Heinrich |
| Closure |
Cork |
| Alcohol (ABV) |
12.5% |
