Blaufränkisch - Biiri

WINE DESCRIPTION

2018

"Dark ruby garnet, violet reflections, delicate rim brightening. Ripe cherries, some cassis, orange peel, tobacco, floral touch. Complex, juicy, taut, well-integrated tannin, mineral, fresh dark fruit nuances. Wood spice in the finish, good potential." Falstaff Wine Guide 2020/21

State control number: E 2607/20
Total alcohol: alc. 13,5 vol.%
Acidity: 5,6 ‰
Residual sugar: 1,6 g
Grape varieties: 100% Blaufränkisch
Vine age: 32-47 years
Soil: South-west exposure, medium-heavy clay loam soil, moderate lime content, light sandy slabs on the slopes, good water storage capacity, best conditions for perfect physiological ripeness.
Vineyard sites: Altes Weingebirge
Yield per hectare: 40hl
Fermentation: Steel tank at about 28-30° C
Maceration time: 14 days
Ageing: 22 month in barrique barrels

2017

"Dark ruby garnet, violet reflections, delicate rim brightening. Delicate toasty aromas, some dark berry confit, blackberries, a touch of nougat, candied violets, attractive nose. Juicy, complex, round tannin, mineral, fruity sweetness of ripe wild berry fruit, wood spice on the finish, lingers long, sure potential."
Falstaff Wine guide 2019/20

State control number: E 2936/19
Total alcohol: alc. 14,0 vol.%
Acidity: 5,9 ‰
Residual sugar: 1,0 g
KMW: 22,0
Grape varieties: 100% Blaufränkisch
Vine age: 31-46 years
Soil: South-west exposure, medium-heavy clay loam soil, moderate lime content, light sandy slabs on the slopes, good water storage capacity, best conditions for perfect physiological ripeness.
Vineyard sites: Altes Weingebirge
Yield per hectare: 40hl
Fermentation: Steel tank at about 28-30° C
Maceration time: 14 days
Ageing: 22 month in barrique barrels

2016

"Strong ruby garnet, violet reflections, broader rim brightening. Delicate nuances of noble wood, ripe heart cherries, pleasant blackberry confit underlay, delicate hints of vanilla. Medium-bodied, red cherry, integrated tannins, delicate chocolate touch, already drinking well."
Falstaff Wine Guide 2018/2019
92 Falstaff Points

State control number: E 2955/18
Total alcohol: alc. 13,5 vol.%
Acidity: 6,0 ‰
Residual sugar: 1,0 g
KMW: 21,5°
Grape varieties: 100% Blaufränkisch
Vine age: 30-45 years
Soil: South-west exposure, medium-heavy clay loam soil, moderate lime content, light sandy slabs on the slopes, good water storage capacity, best conditions for perfect physiological ripeness.
Vineyard sites: Altes Weingebirge
Yield per hectare: 25 hl
Fermentation: Steel tank at about 28-30° C
Maceration time: 30 days
Ageing: 18 months in barrique barrels

2015

"Deep dark ruby garnet, opaque core, violet reflections, delicate rim brightening. Underpinned with fine noble wood nuances, black cherry fruit, blackberries, delicate herbal spice, some nougat. Juicy, elegant, pleasant extra sweetness, fine tannins, fresh structure, lemony-salty touch on the finish, very good length, safe aging potential."
Falstaff Wine Guide 2017/2018
94 Falstaff Points

State control number: E 2936/17
Total alcohol: alc. 13,5 vol.%
Acidity: 5,6 ‰
Residual sugar: 1,0 g
Must scale: 21,0°
Grape varieties: 100% Blaufränkisch
Vine age: 29-44 years
Soil: South-west exposure, medium-heavy clay loam soil, moderate lime content, light sandy slabs on the slopes, good water storage capacity, best conditions for perfect physiological ripeness.
Vineyard sites: Altes Weingebirge
Yield per hectare: 40hl
Fermentation: Steel tank at about 28-30° C
Maceration time: 14 days
Ageing: 18 months in barrique barrels

2014

"Dark fruity complex in the bouquet, blackberry and cherry, abundant spice, a touch of vanilla, chocolate cloth, lots of volume, fiery character, goes in the warm fruity Mediterranean direction, abundant pressure on the palate, persistent on the finish." (Vinaria Wine Guide 2016/2017).

State control number: E 3492/16
Total alcohol: alc. 13,5 vol.%
Acidity: 5,6 ‰
Residual sugar: 1,0 g
Must scale: 21,0°
Grape varieties: 100% Blaufränkisch
Vine age: 28-43 years
Soil: South-west exposure, medium-heavy clay loam soil, moderate lime content, light sandy slabs on the slopes, good water storage capacity, best conditions for perfect physiological ripeness.
Vineyard sites: Altes Weingebirge
Yield per hectare: 40hl
Fermentation: Steel tank at about 28-30° C
Maceration time: 14 days
Ageing: 18 months in barrique barrels

2013

"Dark ruby garnet and violet reflections. Intense, black berry forest fruit. Juicy and elegant with nicely integrated tannins."
Clemens Reisner

State control number: E 3706/15
Total alcohol: alc. 13,5 vol.%
Acidity: 5,3‰
Residual sugar: 1,0 g
Must scale: 21,0°
Grape varieties: 100% Blaufränkisch
Vine age: 27-42 Jahre
Soil: South-west exposure, medium-heavy clay loam soil, moderate lime content, light sandy slabs on the slopes, good water storage capacity, best conditions for perfect physiological ripeness.
Vineyard sites: Altes Weingebirge
Yield per hectare: 40hl
Fermentation: Steel tank at about 28-30° C
Maceration time: 14 days
Ageing: 18 months in barrique barrels

2012

"Stunning blackberry and blueberry nose. Intense and elegantly fruity, creamy texture, totally balanced and cohesive. Pushes on and on, close to perfection."
wine.pure: Best of Austria 2014

State control number: E 4160/14
Total alcohol: alc. 14 vol.%
Acidity: 5,4‰
Residual sugar: 1,0 g
KMW: 22,0°
Grape varieties: 100% Blaufränkisch
Vine age: 26-41 years
Soil: South-west exposure, medium-heavy clay loam soil, moderate lime content, light sandy slabs on the slopes, good water storage capacity, best conditions for perfect physiological ripeness.
Vineyard sites: Altes Weingebirge
Yield per hectare: 40hl
Fermentation: Steel tank at about 28-30° C
Maceration time: 14 days
Ageing: 18 months in barrique barrels

2011

"Pure black cherry! Accompanied by wild berries and sour cherry. Piquant and juicy. Highly ripe, fleshy, juicy and elegant, bright and and precise, friendly fruit, deep and inviting."
wine.pure: Best of Austria 2013

Total alcohol: alc. 14 vol.%
Acidity: 6,3 ‰
Residual sugar: 1,0 g
Must scale: 21,0°
Grape varieties: 100% Blaufränkisch
Vine age: 25–40 years
Soil: South-west exposure, medium-heavy clay loam soil, moderate lime content, light sandy slabs on the slopes, good water storage capacity, best conditions for perfect physiological ripeness.
Vineyard sites: Altes Weingebirge
Yield per hectare: 40hl
Fermentation: Steel tank at about 28-30° C
Maceration time: 14 days
Ageing: 18 months in barrique barrels

2010

"This Blaufränkisch presents itself stoffig, dark spicy, blueberries, harmonious, dense and spicy. Noble wood note, has grip and charm, good length. Velvety and gripping. What a great 2010!"
Wine.pure „Best of Austria 2012"

Total alcohol: alc.13,5 vol.%
Acidity: 5,6 ‰
Residual sugar: 1,0 g
Must scale: 21,0°
Grape varieties: 100% Blaufränkisch
Vine age: 25–40 Jahre
Soil: South-west exposure, medium-heavy clay loam soil, moderate lime content, light sandy slabs on the slopes, good water storage capacity, best conditions for perfect physiological ripeness.
Vineyard sites: Altes Weingebirge
Yield per hectare: 40hl
Fermentation: Steel tank at about 28-30° C
Maceration time: 14 days
Ageing: 18 months in barrique barrels

2009

"This Blaufränkisch presents dark ruby garnet red on the nose, with smoky underlying dark soft fruit- on the palate, silky tannins, fine texture with a delicate hint of nougat, finesse-rich structure, complex, a Blaufränkisch with excellent aging potential."

State Control number E 3779/11
Total alcohol: alc.14 vol.%
Acidity: 5,6 ‰
Residual sugar: 1,0 g
Must scale: 21,0°
Grape varieties: 100% Blaufränkisch
Vine age: 25–40 years
Vineyard sites: Altes Weingebirge
Yield per hectare: 40hl
Fermentation: Steel tank at about 28-30° C
Maceration time: 15 days
Ageing: 18 months in barrique barrels

2008

"This Blaufränkisch presents itself dark ruby garnet red in the nose finely spicy, with tobacco underlaid blackberry soft fruit, on the palate strong structure, well-integrated tannins, fine texture with a delicate hint of nougat, finesse and drinking animating, a Blaufränkisch long-lasting finish with very good aging potential."

State control number N 4375/10
Total alcohol: alc.13,5 vol.%
Acidity: 5,4 ‰
Residual sugar: 1,1 g
Must scale: 21,0°
Grape varieties: 100% Blaufränkisch
Vine age: 20–30 years
Vineyard sites: Altes Weingebirge
Yield per hectare: 40-45 hl
Fermentation: Steel tank at about 28-30° C
Maceration time: 14 days
Ageing: 18 months in barrique barrels

2007

"This Blaufränkisch presents itself dark ruby garnet red in the nose finely spicy, with tobacco underlaid blackberry soft fruit, on the palate strong structure, well-integrated tannins, fine texture with a delicate hint of nougat, finesse and drinking animating, a Blaufränkisch long-lasting finish with very good aging potential."

Total alcohol: alc.13,5 vol.%
Acidity: 5,5 ‰
Residual sugar: 1,2 g
Must scale: 21,0°
Grape varieties: 100% Blaufränkisch
Vine age: 20–30 years
Vineyard sites: Altes Weingebirge
Yield per hectare: 40-45 hl
Fermentation: Steel tank at about 28-30° C
Maceration time: 14 days
Ageing: 18 months in barrique barrels

2006

"This Blaufränkisch presents a dark ruby color with a beautiful blackberry nose and pleasant toasty aromas that continue on the palate. Powerful fine fruit and spicy on the palate with elegant tannins that blend excellently, a powerful Blaufränkisch, long-lasting finish."

Total alcohol: alc.13,5 vol.%
Acidity: 5,6 ‰
Residual sugar: 1,1 g
Must scale: 21,0°
Grape varieties: 100% Blaufränkisch
Vine age: 20–30 years
Vineyard sites: Altes Weingebirge
Yield per hectare: 40-45 hl
Fermentation: Steel tank at about 28-30° C
Maceration time: 8-14 days
Ageing: 18 months in barrique barrels

2005

"This Blaufränkisch presents a dark ruby color with a fine blackberry nose and pleasant toasty aromas that continue on the palate. Powerful and finely fruity on the palate with elegant tannins that blend excellently, a powerful Blaufränkisch, long lasting."

Total alcohol: alc.13,5 vol.%
Acidity: 6,0 ‰
Residual sugar: 1,1 g
Must scale: 21,0°
Grape varieties: 100% Blaufränkisch
Vine age: 20–30 years
Vineyard sites: Altes Weingebirge
Yield per hectare: 40-45 hl
Fermentation: Steel tank at about 28-30° C
Maceration time: 8-14 days
Ageing: 15 month in barrique barrels

2004

"This Blaufränkisch presents a dark ruby color with an intense blackberry nose and subtle toasty aromas that continue on the palate. The beautiful fruit and complexity on the palate,the elegant tannins that blend excellently, result in a powerful body with a long lasting finish."

State control number: E 6191/06
Total alcohol: alc.13,9 vol.%
Acidity: 5,9 ‰
Residual sugar: 1,4 g
KMW: 21,5°
Grape varieties: 100% Blaufränkisch
Vine age: 20–30 years
Vineyard sites: Altes Weingebirge
Yield per hectare: 40-45 hl
Fermentation: Steel tank at about 28-30° C
Maceration time: 8-14 days
Ageing: 15 month in barrique barrels

2003

"This Blaufränkisch presents a dark ruby color with an intense blackberry nose and subtle toasty aromas that continue on the palate. The beautiful fruit and complexity on the palate,the elegant tannins that blend excellently, result in a powerful body with a long lasting finish."

State control number: E 6871/05
Total alcohol: alc.14,2
Acidity: 5,2 ‰
Residual sugar: 2,3 g
KMW: 21,5°
Grape varieties: 100% Blaufränkisch
Vine age: 20–30 years
Vineyard sites: Altes Weingebirge
Yield per hectare: 40-45 hl
Fermentation: Steel tank at about 28-30° C
Maceration time: 8-14 days
Ageing: 15 month in barrique barrels

2002

"This Blaufränkisch presents a dark ruby color with a fruity blackberry nose and subtle toasty aromas that continue on the palate. The fruit and complexity on the palate and elegant tannins, which blend excellently, result in a powerful body with a long-lasting finish."

State control number: E 5861/04
Total alcohol: alc.13,5
Acidity: 5,5 ‰
Residual sugar: 1,6 g
KMW: 20,5°
Grape varieties: 100% Blaufränkisch
Vine age: 10 – 30 years
Vineyard sites: Altes Weingebirge
Yield per hectare: 40-45 hl
Fermentation: Steel tank at about 28-30° C
Maceration time: 8-14 days
Ageing: 15 month in barrique barrels

2001

"This Blaufränkisch presents a dark ruby color with a fruity blackberry nose and subtle toasty aromas that continue on the palate. The fruit and complexity on the palate and elegant tannins, which blend excellently, result in a powerful body with a long-lasting finish."

State control number: E 5916/03
Total alcohol: alc.13,6
Acidity: 5,5 ‰
Residual sugar: 2,3 g
KMW: 20,5°
Grape varieties: 100% Blaufränkisch
Vine age: 10 – 30 years
Vineyard sites: Altes Weingebirge
Yield per hectare: 40-45 hl
Fermentation: Steel tank at about 28-30° C
Maceration time: 8-14 days
Ageing: 15 month in barrique barrels