Messwein Rose, Niederösterreich QbA, Weingut Stift Goettweig, Austria 2022
Austria
Tasting Notes
From the cultivation of the vineyards to the care and processing of the grapes and wine, the „Reinheitsgebot”, or purity law, of the church must be obeyed. Messwein cannot be produced without the permission of the bishop, and it must be only natural and unaltered. Rosé Messwein captivates by the fruitiness of Zweigelt and the fine elegance of Pinot Noir. Juicy, crisp, zesty and aromatic on the nose and on the palate.
Food Matches
Seared salmon, Tempura Prawn & Thai Green Curry
Wine Profile
Wine Type Rose Wine
Vintage 2022
Style Light, Dry Rosés
Country Austria
Grower Name Weingut Stift Goettweig
Grape Variety Zweigelt
ABV 11.50%
Closure Screw Cap
Bottle Size 75cl
Allergens Sulphites
SKU MESSWEINROSE22
Grower
Weingut Stift Goettweig
Stift Gottweig is one of Austria’s oldest wine estates and best exponents of it’s trademark grape Grüner Veltliner. Steeped in tradition the winery traces its roots back to the year 1083 and the foundation of the vineyards clustered around the Göttweiger Berg in Kremstal. The jewel in the crown is the Ried Gottschelle, undisputed as the greatest vineyard… Read More
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Zweigelt
Zweigelt (pronounced TSVYE-gelt) was developed in 1922 in Austria by a scientist crossing Saint Laurent and Blaufränkisch. Today, it is the most widely planted red variety in Austria and is gaining popularity in Canada. A hearty grape able to stand up to the cooler growing conditions, it produces wines with a marked freshness, floral character and, in some cases, sweet… Read More
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