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NOTES
The Domäne Wachau is situated in the heart of the Wachau Valley, one of Europe’s oldest cultural landscapes. The Wachau is a gorge of only 33 km in length. Steep slopes terraced with dry stone walls, fortressed mountains, vineyards, orchards, rare flora and fauna as well as a rich cultural tradition make this a unique area in all of Europe. For this reason, the Wachau has also been named a World Cultural Heritage by UNESCO.
Wine has been cultivated in the Wachau for centuries. Primary rock soil, an exceptional climate and terraces overlooking the Danube River have great influence on the tremendous quality of the Wachau wines. The preservation of this unique cultural landscape is an integral part of the Domäne Wachau mission as is making a visit to our headquarters in the historic baroque Cellar Castle a memorable highlight for guests of the Wachau.
TASTING NOTES
The Domäne Wachau also produces sweet wine in suitable vintages. Frequent fog in the lower terraces and humidity from the Danube River provide ideal preconditions for the development of noble rot. Selected vineyards are cultivated especially for the production of Trockenbeerenauslese and nets protect ripening fruit from birds. Only a few hundred litres of this specialty are produced. Dessert wines from the Wachau are distinguished by marked acidity and extraordinarily elegant structure.
A Beerenauslese from the grape varieties Grüner Veltliner and Riesling. Botrytis, minerals, and earth can be discerned in the nose along with subtle honey and spice aromas that pair harmoniously with Imperial pancake and light desserts. Sugar-coated kumquats, jammy apricots, honeyed tea, and tangerines are found in its medium-bodied, lush personality. This wine possesses sumptuous depth as well as a long spice and caramelized peach-flavored finish. Well-balanced, delicious drinking pleasure.
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