Grüner Veltliner Ried Schlossberg Wagram DAC - Paul Direder

A bright straw-yellow shimmer with delicate greenish reflections fills the glass and promises varietal-typical freshness. Grüner Veltliner Ried Schlossberg Wagram DAC - Paul Direder opens on the nose with a clear, multi-layered bouquet: ripe apple and pear aromas combine with hints of pineapple, white pepper and fine herbal spice. Subtle notes of citrus zest and a touch of wet pebbles elegantly round off the aroma.

On the palate this white wine presents itself dense and creamy, with precise structure and cool minerality. The lively, firm acidity carries the aromatic richness and provides impressive tension. Juicy yellow fruit, delicate exotic notes and the typical peppery spice of Grüner Veltliner unfold layer by layer. A finely defined, firm backbone and an elegant texture give the wine length and character.

The finish is remarkably long and clear, with impressive fruit depth and a spicy-mineral echo. The tannins appear in this white wine only as the subtlest phenolics, which provide structure and grip. Overall this is a classic, dry Wagram Veltliner with modern precision, which subtly combines freshness, creaminess and spice.

Its origin in Lower Austria, more precisely the subregion Wagram, clearly shapes the style. The Oberstockstaller Schlossberg site with its loess-based soils gives this varietal Grüner Veltliner power, richness and a gentle creaminess. The Paul Direder winery focuses on a clear, unadulterated interpretation of the variety and emphasizes Wagram’s distinctive identity.

• Grape variety: Grüner Veltliner, vinified as a single variety
• Origin: Wagram DAC, Lower Austria, Austria
• Wine color: white, straw-yellow with greenish reflections
• Maturation: stainless steel tank for maximum freshness and aroma
• Style: dry, densely creamy, classic and clear
• Texture: dense, with fine creaminess and mineral drive
• Finish: long, spicy-fruity and precise
• Glass recommendation: elegant white wine glass

1. Intense aroma of apple, pear and pineapple
2. Typical Veltliner spice with white pepper and herbs
3. Fresh, firm acidity and creamy richness
4. Loess-soil imprint with fine minerality
5. Long, stimulating finish with clear structure

Production of Grüner Veltliner Ried Schlossberg Wagram DAC - Paul Direder

The grapes for Grüner Veltliner Ried Schlossberg Wagram DAC - Paul Direder come from selected parcels of the Oberstockstaller Schlossberg site in Wagram. The Pannonian-influenced climate with warm days and cool nights allows the grapes to ripen optimally while preserving a distinctive freshness. The powerful loess soil stores warmth and moisture and lends the wine richness, drive and a creamy texture.

The vines root deeply in these loess-dominated layers and reflect their origin with every sip. Hand harvesting ensures only perfectly ripe, selected fruit. Harvesting is carried out gently, in several passes, in order to capture each ripeness level ideally. In this way a concentrated yet elegant wine is created, with clear fruit and typical spice.

In the cellar, Paul Direder relies on precise, clean vinification. The grapes reach the press quickly and carefully; juice clarification and controlled fermentation in stainless steel tanks preserve the varietal-typical aromatics. No wood influences distort the clear stylistic line; the focus is on freshness, origin character and purity.

After fermentation, the wine rests on the fine lees, which lends it additional creaminess and depth. Regular stirring of the lees intensifies mouthfeel and complexity without impairing the lightness of the wine. The winemaker’s style strives for clarity, precision and drinking pleasure, paired with serious structure and regional profile.

• Single vineyard: Oberstockstaller Schlossberg, Wagram
• Soils: loess-based, heat-retaining, mineral-driven
• Harvest: careful hand harvest with strict selection
• Maturation: temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel tank
• Aging: storage on the fine lees for additional richness
• Philosophy: clear origin, varietal typicity, elegant density

Serving recommendations for Grüner Veltliner Ried Schlossberg Wagram DAC - Paul Direder

Grüner Veltliner Ried Schlossberg Wagram DAC - Paul Direder is excellently suited as a versatile food companion. The combination of spice, juicy fruit and firm acidity structure harmonizes particularly impressively with spicy-piquant dishes. Aromatic Asian cuisine, dishes with ginger, chili or lemongrass, as well as piquant vegetable variations, enter into a lively interplay with this wine.

With light-colored, intensely seasoned dishes it shows its full strength: roasted or grilled poultry, veal, pork fillet, Wiener Schnitzel or fried chicken receive an elegant partner in the glass. Fish dishes with robust sauces, seafood, as well as vegetarian cuisine with herbs, fennel, celery or asparagus suit it excellently.

• Perfect with spicy-piquant dishes with Asian influences
• Excellent with poultry, veal, pork and Austrian cuisine
• Strong partner for robustly seasoned vegetable dishes and salads
• Ideal for vegan cuisine with a focus on herbs and vegetables

As a festive companion for special occasions, this Wagram Veltliner truly shines. At weddings, family celebrations or elegant dinner evenings it stylishly underscores menus from starter through main course. As an aperitif for discerning guests it offers freshness, depth and character at the same time.

The optimal serving temperature lies between 8 and 10 degrees Celsius. In a finely shaped white wine glass the aromatics unfold with particular nuance. Serving too warm reduces freshness, serving too cold closes off the complex fruit, so well-tempered serving from the refrigerator with a short period of aeration in the glass is recommended.

This wine offers great enjoyment over several years. A storage time of about three years from the vintage broadens its aromatic range: primary fruit recedes somewhat, while spice, complexity and the typical loess minerality gain in expression. Stored cool, protected from light and free from vibration, it still shows impressive clarity and elegance even after some time.

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