Blauer Zweigelt Classic - Domäne Wachau

The Blauer Zweigelt Classic from Domäne Wachau in Lower Austria reveals a bright, light red color when swirled in the glass. On the nose, this Domäne Wachau red wine displays all kinds of sour cherries and red currants. As if this were not already impressive, aromas of forest floor are added thanks to maturation in large wooden casks.

The Domäne Wachau Blauer Zweigelt Classic presents itself to the wine lover as delightfully dry. This red wine never appears coarse or lean, but rather round and smooth. Balanced and complex, this dense red wine shows on the palate. Thanks to the moderate acidity, the Blauer Zweigelt Classic caresses with a velvety mouthfeel without sacrificing freshness. On the finish, this youthful wine from the Lower Austria wine-growing region finally delights with good length. Once again, hints of sour cherry and red currant appear.

Vinification of Domäne Wachau Blauer Zweigelt Classic

The basis for the balanced Blauer Zweigelt Classic from Lower Austria is grapes of the Zweigelt variety. After hand-picking, the grapes are quickly brought to the press house. There they are sorted and gently crushed. This is followed by fermentation in large wooden vats at controlled temperatures. Vinification is followed by maturation for several months in oak barrels.

Food recommendation for Domäne Wachau Blauer Zweigelt Classic

Ideally, enjoy this red wine from Austria at a temperature of 15 - 18°C as an accompaniment to chickpea curry, boeuf bourguignon, or pumpkin casserole.

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