2006 Vom Stein Riesling Smaragd Nikolaihof Wachau 0.75l

2006 Vom Stein Riesling Smaragd Nikolaihof – Wachau 

single-vineyard wine

origin

The Vom Stein Riesling Smaragd 2006 from Nikolaihof comes from Wachau, one of Austria's most important Riesling regions. The vineyard From the stone in Mautern lies within the Ried Silberbichl and is characterized by Trench layers, loess, clay and Danube gravelThese soils impart their properties to the wine. Minerality, structure and depthThe Nikolaihof has been operating since 1971 biodynamic (Demeter) and is among the Pioneers of natural viticulture.

Expansion

The grapes were read by hand and spontaneously fermentedThe wine then matured. Aged for over 4.5 years on the lees in large, old oak barrelsThe bottling took place. unfiltered and with minimal sulfur addedAfter a long period of bottle aging, the wine was released as Archive Release on the market – an expression of Patience and craftsmanship.

Aroma and taste

The nose shows signs of this ripe apricot, yellow apple and candied citrus fruit, supplemented by Herbs such as lemon balm and mintFine notes of Honey and beeswax underscores the maturity. On the palate, the wine has a pleasant effect. dense, silky, and profound, worn by precise minerality and salty length. The Acidity remains firm and balanced. and gives the wine Excitement and freshness.

Dietary recommendations

Ideal Freshwater fish, poultry dishes or veal ragout. Also Fried chicken or Mediterranean vegetable dishes They fit perfectly. They also harmonize with mature hard cheese.

Special features of the vintage in the growing region

The year 2006 was characterized in the Wachau by changeable weather and natural yield reduction. A warm summer and stable autumn enabled a optimal ripeness of the grapesThe wines show Structure, ripe fruit and good aging potential.

Conclusion

A great, mature Riesling from the Wachau region, the Depth, minerality and elegance united. The 2006 From the stone emerald of Nikolaihof stands for biodynamic precision and exceptional ripening ability.