Sohm & Kracher 'St. Georg' Gruner Veltliner, Burgenland, Austria

Discover the 2018 Sohm & Kracher 'St. Georg' Grüner Veltliner, an exceptional white wine that embodies the unique terroir and innovative spirit of Austria’s Leithaberg region. This Grüner Veltliner is crafted from grapes grown in the St. Georg vineyard, known for its cool temperatures and pure limestone soil, contributing to the wine’s distinctive Chablisienne-style character.

Product Details:

• Producer: Sohm & Kracher
• Variety: Grüner Veltliner
• Classification: Leithaberg DAC Reserve
• Country: Austria
• Region: Burgenland
• Appellation: Leithaberg
• Vineyard: St. Georg
• Orientation: South, southeast
• Soil: Limestone
• Vinification: 50% fuder, 50% neutral barrique
• Elevage: 12 months in 50% fuder and 50% neutral barrique
• Alcohol: 13.0%
• Acidity: 6.2 g/L
• Residual Sugar: 1.0 g/L
• Sugar-free Extract: 20.4 g/L
• Wine Type: White

Sensory Description:

The 2018 'St. Georg' Grüner Veltliner is clean and beautifully textured, offering fresh melon and rhubarb aromatics that lead into a palate marked by vibrant dark fruit flavors and a mineral character. The wine is youthful yet well-balanced, with good extract and superb drinkability. Decanting is recommended to fully appreciate its complexity and texture.

Winemaker’s Background:

Aldo Sohm and Gerhard Kracher have combined their extensive expertise and passion for wine to create this exquisite Grüner Veltliner. Aldo, a celebrated sommelier based in New York, and Gerhard, a third-generation winemaker from the renowned Weinlaubenhof estate, bring a cosmopolitan and innovative approach to traditional Austrian winemaking. Their collaboration, which began in 2009, focuses on highlighting indigenous grape varieties and exceptional vineyard sites.

Serving Suggestions:

This wine is ideally served at a temperature of 10-12°C (50-54°F) and pairs wonderfully with a variety of foods. Its versatility makes it suitable for matching with everything from seafood and poultry to spicy Asian dishes. The wine's structured acidity and complex profile also make it a perfect companion for richer, cream-based dishes.

The 2018 Sohm & Kracher 'St. Georg' Grüner Veltliner is not just a wine; it is a reflection of a pioneering partnership in winemaking, offering a unique taste of Austria’s viticultural potential.