White

F X Pichler Dürnsteiner Kellerberg Smaragd Riesling (Wachau)

F X Pichler

Austria

Fact sheet

Type
White
Grape
Riesling
Country
Austria
Appellation
Wachau
Body
medium
Acidity
high
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

frutos do mar · peixes grelhados · salada cítrica · culinária asiática apimentada

Rated vintages

  • 201495 pts

    A barely-there glimpse of lemon bids you to step closer and take a sip. The palate unfolds in a still tightly contained bundle of lemon zest and juiciness. There is an undertow of riper texture, reminiscent of bitter orange zest and just as full of aromatic promise. This is wiry…

  • 201395 pts

    Luscious notes of ripe stone fruit have tropical overtones of pineapple, with some musky notes on both the nose and palate. The ripeness of the pineapple is even more accented in the mouth where it contrasts with totally crisp lime acidity. This is exciting now but has the backb…

  • 201296 pts

    This is always a major wine, and this vintage is no exception. It is spectacularly ripe, spicy, concentrated and fruity. The yellow fruits, tangy citrus and mineral structure all contribute to an intense complexity. Age this wine for many years and don't drink before 2017.