Alzinger
Alzinger Smaragd Loibenberg Riesling
White wine
4.0
Expert Rating
4.1
Sometimes Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Alzinger Smaragd Loibenberg Riesling is a premium wine produced by Alzinger, a renowned winery in the Wachau region of Austria. The wine is made from Riesling grapes grown in the Loibenberg vineyard, which is known for its steep terraces and rocky soils that impart unique mineral flavors to the wine. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the best grapes, gentle pressing, and fermentation in stainless steel tanks to preserve the natural flavors and aromas of the grapes. The resulting wine is a complex and elegant expression of the terroir, with notes of citrus, stone fruit, and minerality. It is a perfect example of the Smaragd style, which is characterized by full-bodied, rich, and age-worthy wines.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
The Alzinger Smaragd Loibenberg Riesling is an elegant and powerful Austrian white wine.It has a bright golden hue and tantalizing aromas of tropical fruits, honey, and soil. On the palate, it is full-bodied and intense, with notes of ripe pineapple, citrus, and minerals. The finish is long and complex, with a cleansing acidity that leaves a pleasant lingering effect. Enjoy it now or cellar for up to 10 years for a more intense flavor.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2046
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Fragrant
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Generous
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Searing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Gentle
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Riesling
ORIGINS
Winery: Alzinger
Region: Niederosterreich
Niederösterreich, or Lower Austria, is Austria's largest wine region, producing an impressive variety of wines from across 16 sub-regions. Vineyards sprawl across the Danube Valley, Wachau Valley, and Kamptal Valley, among others, offering stunning scenery and unique terroir.CUSTOMER RATING
4.1
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