Blaufränkisch - Ried Hochberg

WINE DESCRIPTION

"Dark ruby garnet, violet reflections, delicate rim brightening. Fine tobacco spice, some dark berry confit, underlaid with orange zest, fresh bouquet. Medium-bodied, juicy, fine tannins, mineral, cherry fruit, fine spicy finish, already drinking well."
Falstaff Wine Guide 2020/21

State control number: E 1103/20
Total alcohol: alc. 13,5 vol.%
Acidity: 5,9 ‰
Residual sugar: 1,1 g
KMW: 20,5 °
Grape varieties: 100% Blaufränkisch
Vine age: 19 –34 years
Vineyard sites: Hochberg belongs to the "Altes Weingebirge" vineyard, the steepest site in Deutschkreutz with a gradient of 190 to 240 m above sea level.
Soil: South-west exposure, upper part medium-heavy clay loam soil, moderate lime content, on the slope light sandy plates, good water storage capacity, best conditions for perfect physiological ripeness.
Yield per hectare: 50 hl
Fermentation: Steel tank at about 28-30° C
Maceration time: 10 days
Ageing: 18 months partly in perennial barriques

"Dark ruby garnet, violet reflections, delicate rim puffing. Nuances of black heart cherries, ripe blackberries, hints of herbs, inviting bouquet. Medium body, fine minerality, red berry nuances, lively, an accessible food companion. " (Falstaff Wine Guide 2018/2019)

State control number: E 2956/18
Total alcohol: alc. 13,5 vol.%
Acidity: 5,7 ‰
Residual sugar: 1,0 g
KMW: 21,0 °
Grape varieties: 100% Blaufränkisch
Vine age: 17 –32 years
Vineyard sites: Hochberg belongs to the "Altes Weingebirge" vineyard, the steepest site in Deutschkreutz with a gradient of 190 to 240 m above sea level.
Soil: South-west exposure, upper part medium-heavy clay loam soil, moderate lime content, on the slope light sandy plates, good water storage capacity, best conditions for perfect physiological ripeness.
Yield per hectare: 30 hl
Fermentation: Steel tank at about 28-30° C
Maceration time: 30 days
Ageing: 15 months partly in perennial barriques

"Dark ruby garnet and violet reflections. Fine spice and elegance with well integrated tannins."
Clemens Reisner
State control number: E 3702/15
Total alcohol: alc.13,0 vol.%
Acidity: 5,5 ‰
Residual sugar: 1,0 g
KMW: 20,5 °
Grape varieties: 100% Blaufränkisch
Vine age: 14 –29 years
Vineyard sites: Hochberg belongs to the "Altes Weingebirge" vineyard, the steepest site in Deutschkreutz with a gradient of 190 to 240 m above sea level.
Soil: South-west exposure, upper part medium-heavy clay loam soil, moderate lime content, on the slope light sandy plates, good water storage capacity, best conditions for perfect physiological ripeness.
Yield per hectares: 35 hl
Fermentation: Steel tank at about 28-30° C
Maceration time: 10 days
Ageing: 15 months in partly large wooden barrels, partly in perennial barriques

Our Blaufränkisch Hochberg presents itself with dark ruby garnet and violet reflections. A pleasant cherry confit, minerality, orange zest and a mix of wild berries resonate. The unique soil brings a dense body, spicy tannins and a fresh mint.
The wine offers an uncomplicated and also stylish drinking pleasure.

State control number: E 4504/13
Total alcohol: alc.13,5 vol.%
Acidity: 6,2 ‰
Residual sugar: 1,0 g
KMW: 21,0 °
Grape varieties: 100% Blaufränkisch
Vine age: 12 –27 years
Vineyard sites: Hochberg belongs to the "Altes Weingebirge" vineyard, the steepest site in Deutschkreutz with a gradient of 190 to 240 m above sea level.
Soil: South-west exposure, upper part medium-heavy clay loam soil, moderate lime content, on the slope light sandy plates, good water storage capacity, best conditions for perfect physiological ripeness.
Yield per hectare: 40-45 hl
Fermentation: Steel tank at about 28-30° C
Maceration time: 10 days
Ageing: 15 months in partly large wooden barrels, partly in perennial barriques

"This Blaufränkisch Hochberg presents itself with a strong ruby-garnet red in the nose cherry with red berry underlaid nuances, on the palate juicy cherry fruit, powerful
elegant structure, delicate herbal spice, good length, a versatile food companion."

State control number: E3863/11
Total alcohol: alc.13,5 vol.%
Acidity: 5,6 %o
Residual sugar: 1,1 g
KMW: 20,5°
Grape varieties: 100% Blaufränkisch
Vine age: 11 –26 years
Vineyard sites: Hochberg - large vineyard old vineyard, steepest site in Deutschkr., slope from 190m-240m above sea level
Soil: South-west exposure, upper part medium-heavy clay loam soil, moderate lime content, on the slope light sandy plates, good water storage capacity, best conditions for perfect physiological ripeness.
Yield per hectare: 40-45 hl
Fermentation: Steel tank at about 28-30° C
Maceration time: 10 days
Ageing: 15 months in partly large wooden barrels, partly in perennial barriques

"This Blaufränkisch presents itself with a strong ruby red garnet, in the nose fine spicy notes, of blackberries, wild berries. On the palate juicy with elegant, finesse structure and red berry fruit, drinking animating , elegant tannins that blend very well, a typical Blaufränkisch with a long finish."

State control number: E 3142/09
Total alcohol: alc.13,5 vol.%
Acidity: 5,5 ‰
Residual sugar: 2,4 g
KMW: 20°
Grape varieties: 100% Blaufränkisch
Vine age: 10–25 years
Vineyard sites: Hochberg
Yield per hectare: 40-45 hl
Fermentation: Steel tank at about 28-30° C
Maceration time: 10 days
Ageing: 12 months in partly large wooden barrels, partly in perennial barriques