Grüner Veltliner "Federspiel Rotes Tor" Weingut Franz Hirtzberger 2015

This is an elegant Veltliner, produced with grapes deriving from the area of Wachau, one of the most important of the whole Austria, that is included in the “Federspiel” classification: natural wines with an alcoholic proof not superior to 12° and these wines do not contain any trace of sugar. The vineyards are manually cultivated on the hills situated on the west shore of the Danubio. The suffix “Grunen” means green and it concerns not only the yellow-green colour of this wine, but also the typical freshness of it. The wine presents a brilliant straw yellow colour with some green nuances, and it is fresh and fruited, with some nubbin fruits’ hints, apples and elderflower. Moreover the wine has a fresh taste, with a right acidity and it combines perfectly with backed and grilled fish, smoked fish starters and shellfish.

The cave is situated in the South Austria, in the wine area of Wachau. Franz Hirtzberger is the owner of the winery and he carries on the work of his predecessors: in fact he represents the fifth generation. Thanks to his wit, the cave has received international and national awards. The territory includes 20 hectares, 99% of which is represented by white vineyards, above all Gruner Veltliner, a typical wine of this area.