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SEKT TIME!🍾 Do you know what Sekt is? ⬇️ 👉 In German-speaking countries, Sekt refers to sparkling wines, especially when you're talking with novice wine lovers from those regions or even neighboring ones. ☝️However, when discussing specific countries in this region, for a sparkling wine to be called Sekt, there's much more that goes into it. Let’s talk about Austrian Sekt! ❗️Sekt Austria is a protected origin classification with three tiers and strict rules: ✔️Sekt Austria, ✔️Sekt Austria Reserve, and ✔️Sekt Austria Große Reserve. 👌I explained all three tiers in our latest IG Live with Giovanna Vaschetto but today I want to highlight this Brut Rosé Reserve by Weingut Loimer Fred Loimer from that tasting.⬇️ 🥂 This wine holds the ✔️Sekt Austria Reserve classification with very high standards. It is a blend of 60% Zweigelt, 30% Pinot Noir, and 10% St. Laurent from the vineyards of Langenlois and Gumpoldskirchen. 🌿 It’s an organic and biodynamic wine, made using the traditional method. It primarily contains the 2020 vintage (70%) and the 2019 vintage,🍇 with a small amount of reserve wines dating back to 2011. This particular bottle was sealed with the lees in September 2021 and was disgorged in December 2023.🍾 👌 That extended time on the lees gave this sparkling rosé its beautiful buttery, brioche-like flavors, while the Zweigelt🍇 and St. Laurent🍇 provide sweet cooking spices, plums, and raspberry. The Pinot Noir🍇 adds fine structure, high acidity, and a never-ending finish with a fine perlage.🥂 ☝️I highly recommend this Sekt Rosé with pasta in tomato sauce, salads, or a shrimp cocktail. It’s a very food-friendly sparkling wine. It was a true gem and one of my favorite wine crushes this summer season! 😍 🍾 Have you tried Sekt before?🥂 - Like my content? Interested in joining forces and getting your wine in front of my audience? Reach out! Let's discuss how we can collaborate to bring your brand's story to life in the most compelling way possible. 📧🍷👉 Email me for more details and to request my media kit. - #sparklingwine #austriansekt #winelovers #wineeducation #traditionalmethod #winefacts #sekt #winemarketing #wine #onlinemarketing #winemaking #winzer #weingut #wein #austrianwine

2009 VS. 2011 – AGEING POTENTIAL IN BURGENLAND 🍷Is it worth the wait? ⬇️ ☝️Spoiler alert: Yes! But there’s more to this tale. A couple of weeks ago, I had the chance to attend a tasting featuring 12 wines from two legendary vintages from this iconic red wine region in Austria. We experienced firsthand how these wines taste after more than a decade of ageing. Out of the 12 examples, I selected my top 8 favorites (4 from each vintage) for my latest blog article:⬇️ 🍇 Prickler – Blaufränkisch Grande Reserve V-MAX 🍇 Weingut Gesellmann GmbH – Blaufränkisch Hochberc 🍇 K+K Kirnbauer – Das Phantom 🍇 Weingut Hans Igler – Ab Ericio 🍇Eichenwald Weine – Blaufränkisch Ried Dürrau 🍇 WEINGUT JULIANA WIEDER GMBH – Blaufränkisch Mittelburgenland DAC Reserve 🍇 WeingutErnst – La Mission 🍇 Weingut Heinrich – Elegy 👉 In the article, I’ve included my personal tasting notes for each of these wines, along with a description of the 2009 and 2011 vintages and why they were exceptional. And of course, I reveal which wine was my winner of this tasting! 🏆 ❗️Take a look and read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dx84gTXq Have you ever tried older vintages, whether from Burgenland or elsewhere? What are your favorites? Let me know in the comments or share your experiences! 🍷 #AustrianWine #Burgenland #Rotwein #Blaufränkisch #WeinAusÖsterreich #Weinverkostung #Weinliebhaber #RedWineLover #Traditionsweingüter #WeinBurgenland #WineTastingNote #WineEducator #WineLovers #WineTips #WineWriter

ANOTHER GRAPE TO LOOK OUT FOR IN AUSTRIA! White wine lovers, pay attention! Austrian white wines are not just about Grüner Veltliner and Riesling, and let me prove it to you...⬇️ Last week, I visited the Wein Steiermark tasting in Vienna, and while this region is famous for its Sauvignon Blancs🍇, I got interested in something else. ☝️Weißburgunder, or as you may know it, Pinot Blanc, accounts for a third of the plantings in Styria, just as in Lower Austria. This is the youngest member of the Pinot family, a mutation of Pinot Gris, all originating from the noble red grape, Pinot Noir.🍇 🤔 Why might you want to try these wines from Steiermark, and why am I so fascinated by them? Because, for me, they blend the beautiful structure and versatility of Chardonnay with the spicy, floral character of Grüner Veltliner. At this tasting, I had the pleasure of enjoying Weißburgunders in various styles ➡️ crisp, citrusy, and light; medium-bodied, mineral, and floral with a white peppery spiciness; and full-bodied, creamy versions with honeyed notes and a more golden color.🍷 These were my favorite Weißburgunders from the tasting⬇️ ▪️Ried Oberewitsch 2021 by Weingut Regele ▪️Ried Trebien 2022 by Weingut Albert ▪️Ried Grassnitzberg 2022 by Erzherzog Johann Weine ▪️Ried Saziani 2021 by Erzherzog Johann Weine ▪️Ried Wiesberg 2020 by Weingut Schulter 💁♀️I couldn't leave without tasting some Sauvignons and Chardonnays as well. You can find two in the photos that I liked the most.👌 👉 Styria is most famous for its white wines, and I can definitely see why. This Pinot Blanc selection was on with the other top white varieties. Have you tried a Weißburgunder before?🍷 #austrianwine #weinsteiermark #weißburgunder #weissburgunder #weißwein #weinausösterreich #winetips #winerecommendation #winelovers #fehérbor #pinotblanc #winemarketing #winetasting #wine #whitewine #winecommunication

THE SPARKLING WINE BATTLE🍇✨: ITALY VS. AUSTRIA ⬇️ 😍 On Saturday, we went live with Giovanna Vaschetto from @gios_wine_journal and talked about sparkling wines from Italy and Austria. She shared interesting facts and wines from an up-and-coming DOCG in Piedmont, Alta Langa. I was tasting and talking about the different styles and classifications of Austrian Sekt production. We also discussed the different glassware used when serving sparkling wines, and of course, a little bit about the different methods of their making, as well as showcased some delightful bubbles we brought along! ☝️ Giovanna presented two examples from Piedmont: 1️⃣ Alta Langa DOCG 2020 Extra Brut from Ettore Germano 2️⃣ Alta Langa Rosé DOCG 2020 Brut from Paolo Berutti While I introduced two Austrian Sekts: 1️⃣ Sekt Brut N.V. from Weingut Mayer am Pfarrplatz 2️⃣ Brut Rosé Reserve Niederösterreich N.V. from Weingut Fred Loimer ☝️ We shared some facts about these sparkling wines 🍾, the wineries, and engaged in a very interesting discussion about the different styles of bubbles. Take a look on this link: https://lnkd.in/dnPTbcjw Let us know which sparkling wine you liked the most! Italian or Austrian? 🍇✨ #sparklingwine #italiansparklingwine #austriansekt #winebattle #iglive #winelovers #wineeducation #traditionalmethod #bubbly #winefacts #winetastings #wine #sekt #wineindustry #winebusiness

❗️THE SPARKLING WINE BATTLE. Are you ready for the next one? 🍇✨ 👉 On Saturday, 20th of July at 5 PM (Central European Time), we are going Live on IG with Giovanna Vaschetto from @gios_wine_journal to present and represent two sparkling wines each this time. 🥂 Giovanna will be presenting and tasting a brand new appellation for a traditional sparkling from Italy, and I will get some Austrian Sekt in two different styles! We will highlight the similarities, the differences, and the characteristics of each of these traditional method sparkling wines 🍾 and also give you an introduction to these bubbly delights. ☝️ We will answer all of your questions, of course, during the live, so feel free to ask away! 🤗 We have chosen this topic to perfectly complement this summer season, so don't miss our recommendations! 👌 ❗️Stay tuned, and let's meet next Saturday at 5 PM! Just tap this link to join: https://lnkd.in/dYKSNT9h Are you going to be with us?😍 ⬇️ #iglive #thesparklingwinebattle #winebattle #traditionalmethod #austriansekt #bubbly #winetasting #livetasting #sparklingwine #wineevent #wineeducation #wineknowledge

NEW FURMINT IN TOWN! 🍷Not your usual crispy and light style, but that's what makes it interesting! Do you want to know more? ⬇️ MM55 by MA‘D MOSER TOKAJ is a dry Furmint🍇 from a special project between Rita Takaro DipWSET an ambassador of Tokaj wines in Austria, Lenz Moser a 15th-generation Austrian winemaker, Karoly, the owner of Mád Wine in Tokaj, and their winemaker, Gabor. ☝️The project's goal is to reinvent Furmint 🍇 and the wines of Tokaj for the international market, creating something new. As my aim with this account is to get Hungarian wines known abroad, I resonate with this message and was excited to try this wine. Let me tell you, it doesn't disappoint!⬇️ 👉 A unique concept of blending the best single vineyards in the region (Nyulászó, St. Tamás, and Király), then fermenting and aging the wine in 300-liter Hungarian oak barrels. This recipe guarantees that if you smell the wine, you can already realize you have something special in your glass.🍷 ➡️ A complex and intense aroma of stone fruits, brioche, oranges, vanilla, and butter with saline undertones. The palate is balanced and elegant with high acidity and complexity, featuring the same buttery, vanilla, stone fruit character, and a very long finish with a salty aftertaste. 👌An excellent quality wine. This is the 2021 vintage that will surely mature beautifully in the future. A very gastronomic wine🍷, it would pair perfectly with creamy chicken or fish dishes, cassolette, and cheese boards. That's a Furmint🍇 I could drink for the rest of my life without regrets, but life is too short...🤷♀️🤗 Which style of Furmint do you prefer? The lighter, crispier ones or these more serious, oaky styles? ⬇️ - Like my content? Interested in joining forces and getting your wine in front of my audience? Reach out! Let's discuss how we can collaborate to bring your brand's story to life in the most compelling way possible. 📧🍷👉 Email me for more details and to request my media kit. - #furmint #feherbor #hungarianwine #winediscovery #magyarbor #winetastingnotes #TokajWines #WineExploration #WineAdventures #WineEducation #WineKnowledge #Winemaking #DryWine #Sommelier #WineStudies #WineStyles

🍇 GRAPE TALK: EPISODE 28: Blaufränkisch. 🍷 This deep-blue-skinned grape is a star in Austria and Hungary, let's see why...⬇️ 1️⃣ Blaufränkisch, also known as Kékfrankos🍇, is a grape with a mysterious origin, tracing back to the Carpathian Basin. Its lineage includes Gouais blanc and Gamay, making it a fascinating cross of Blauer Zimmettraube and Weißer Heunisch. 2️⃣ Known for its deep-blue skins, Blaufränkisch produces wines🍷 that are vibrant, fruity, and spicy. Typical aromas include notes of strawberry and cherry, while the flavors often reveal a delightful mix of spice and fruit. It’s a versatile grape that can create everything from light, refreshing wines to more robust and complex bottles.🍾 3️⃣ In the vineyard, Blaufränkisch is resilient and thrives in various climates, adapting well to different soils.🌿 This adaptability has helped it gain popularity across Europe and beyond. Its ability to develop rich flavors while maintaining good acidity makes it a favorite among winemakers. Learn more about the difference between Blaufränkisch and Kékfrankos here: https://lnkd.in/erF-ynw Which style of Blaufränkisch are you excited to try next? 🍷 - Like my content? Interested in joining forces and getting your wine in front of my audience? Reach out! Let's discuss how we can collaborate to bring your brand's story to life in the most compelling way possible. 📧🍷👉 Email me for more details and to request my media kit. - #GrapeTalk #Blaufränkisch #WineExploration #WineAdventures #WineEducation #WineKnowledge #Winemaking #RedWine #Sommelier #WineStudies #WineStyles #WinemakingProcess #WineScience #WineWriter #WineBlog #WineBlogger #CarpathianBasin #Terroir

ZWEIGELT WITH A TWIST.🍇 Not a cocktail but a glass of wine with a vision...⬇️ ☝️This time, we are halfway between the lake of Neusiedlersee and the Danube. The climate is now influenced by the latter. We've left Burgenland and arrived in Carnuntum, the region where Zweigelt🍇 is superstar. 👉 Höflein is the village where the Bühl vineyard is located, alongside with Weingut Michael Auer. Michael took over as the next generation in 2009 and now, with Carina Auer, they are creating wines🍷 around three subjects that are important to the family: youth, innovation, and passion. They say the goal is to produce wines that are elegant, mature, and simply sexy. I'll let you decide if this is true in this case. Here is what you can find in the bottle:⬇️ 🍷A deep ruby red color with some purple hints and high viscosity. A very spicy and warm nose, full of black forest fruits, plums, black pepper, coffee, nutmeg, cinnamon, tobacco, and dark chocolate. ☝️It is a juicy wine on the palate with black cherries, plums, blackberry, and currant, along with dark chocolate, some coffee, liquorice, and pepper spices. The tannins are ripe and smooth, very well-integrated with balanced alcohol and acidity. Long spicy finish with chocolate and black cherries in the aftertaste. 👌A very good quality wine that I would drink at 16-18°C right now on a rainy day to cheer me up. Yes, on its own or with some good gossip between friends! How would you drink this wine? 🍷Any food pairing recommendations? Ps.: If you would like to learn more about this region, Carnuntum and the importance of Zweigelt in the region, read my latest blog article here: https://lnkd.in/dgjQJg39 - Like my content? Interested in joining forces and getting your wine in front of my audience? Reach out! Let's discuss how we can collaborate to bring your brand's story to life in the most compelling way possible. 📧🍷👉 Email me for more details and to request my media kit. - #carnuntumwein #zweigelt #austrianwine #carnuntum #rotwein #weingut #weinausösterreich #weinverkostung #weinliebhaber #redwinelover #traditionsweingüter #winepairing #winetastingnote #wineeducator #winelovers #winetips #winewriter

Discover the Carnuntum wine region, Austria's new big deal in exceptional red wines, with its leading varieties, Zweigelt and Blaufränkisch. Let's learn about its history, unique terroir, and the most influential women winemakers in the region. https://lnkd.in/dgjQJg39 #carnuntumwein #austrianwine #redwine #wineblog #wineregion #winestudy #wineknowledge #zweigelt #blaufrankisch #Rotwein #carnuntum #winewriter #winearticle #WineTasting #winereview #womeninwine #winebusiness #wine #winemarketing

WHAT'S ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE LAKE? The answer is easy, more Chardonnay!🍇Okay, not just that...⬇️ 🤷♀️So, I am not going anywhere. I mean, technically that is not Neusiedlersee anymore. But geographically it is. Freudshofer is a single vineyard near the village of Jois, a village next to the lake, literally on the border of what we call Neusiedlersee and Leithaberg.⛰️ 👉 This vineyard now belongs to the Leithaberg sub-region of Burgenland. This is where Hans und Anita Nittnaus are producing biodynamic wines from Chardonnay, Grüner Veltliner, Zweigelt, Blaufränkisch, and a touch of red Bordeaux varieties.🍇 ➡️ As I have shown you a very sweet Chardonnay🍇 from this area, I thought it would be interesting to see a dry style as well. A hand-selected, single vineyard wine from a place where the sun exposure is perfect for Chardonnay.🌅 🍷When I tasted this wine, I was really surprised by its character. For me, it perfectly fits in the golden middle route between the crisp, citrusy Chardonnays and the bold, oaky versions. Let me show you how.⬇️ 👉 It has a medium-deep golden color with a silver hue and medium-plus viscosity. A complex nose of ripe citrus fruits (lemon, grapefruit), yellow apple, exotic pineapple, crushed banana, vanilla, melted butter, and baked pastry aromas. ☝️There are more citrus flavors in the mouth with some green apple, butter, and vanilla. A mineral and fresh wine where the alcohol (14%) is perfectly in balance. A medium-plus body with a very long finish filled with those pineapples. 👌A very good quality wine that is ready now but could be further aged for more complexity for even a decade!🍷Drink it at 13-15°C. I would pair it with creamy pasta dishes, chicken veloutée, or a creamy mushroom stew. What is your preferred Chardonnay style?🍇 - Like my content? Interested in joining forces and getting your wine in front of my audience? Reach out! Let's discuss how we can collaborate to bring your brand's story to life in the most compelling way possible. 📧🍷👉 Email me for more details and to request my media kit. - #austrianwine #weißwein #chardonnay #leithabergdac #wine #whitewine #winebusinees #wineindustry #winemarketing #digitalmarketing #winewriter #wineblogger