Franz Hirtzberger, Ried Setzberg, Wachau, Smaragd 2022 Chateau L’Eglise Clinet low-sulphite

low-sulphite

The grapes are harvested by hand and then undergo a light pre-fermentation maceration at 8ºC to extract the aromatic potential

Forest fruits

Pavina Blanco does not undergo oak treatment

Aged for 20 months in barrel (six months longer than the minimum 14 months prescribed) and racked barrel by barrel twice a year it was bottled without filtration

Franz Hirtzberger, Ried Setzberg, Wachau, Smaragd 2022 Chateau L’Eglise Clinet low-sulphiteThis is one of the most famous estates of Austria. The vineyards are on very steep terraces above the Danube. Franz took control of this estate from his father in 1983. He has always been a perfectionist, a fact which is reflected in his top quality wines that have been awarded numerous awards. His vineyards at Weingut Hirtzberger are planted with 45% Grner Veltliner, 40% Riesling and small quantities of Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc and Chardonnay. Rich