CK Blaufränkisch 2022

Wine Description for Blaufränkisch 2022 by Clemens Krutzler

Colour & Appearance

Luminous purple with subtle transparency – a wine that reveals its youth and freshness already in the glass.

Nose

Clear, precise aromatics of red and dark berries, carried by a fine acidity structure. Beneath these, subtle notes of black pepper, stone and fresh herbs emerge. The nose breathes coolness and freshness – a Blaufränkisch that doesn’t deny its origins and impresses with its directness.

Palate

Taut, crisp and of impressive vibrancy. The wine presents itself with juicy berry juice, cherry and sour cherry, carried by an acidity structure that guarantees clarity and drinking flow. A delicate residual sweetness from fermentation lends additional freshness. The fine tannins are perfectly integrated, whilst a saline minerality gives the wine depth and tension. Light, quaffable, precise – a Blaufränkisch that places elegance above power.

Finish

Medium-length with lingering fruit freshness and a mineral note that invites the next sip.

Terroir & Origin

The grapes come from the vineyard sites Ratschen and Weinberg in the Neusiedlersee region of Burgenland – locations that give Blaufränkisch that cool precision and mineral depth for which Krutzler is renowned.

Grape Variety & Vinification

100% Blaufränkisch, hand-harvested and 90% destemmed. Following seven days of skin contact in open fermentation vessels, fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks, followed by 11 months of maturation in used 500-litre barrels. This restrained oak treatment allows the fruit and varietal character to take centre stage. Limited edition of just 1,300 bottles.

Food Pairing Suggestions

Perfect with grilled vegetables, beef fillet, duck breast or aged hard cheese. Also an excellent choice with game and hearty mushroom dishes.

Special Features

A prime example of modern, elegant Blaufränkisch – approachable, precise and with clear expression of origin. Clemens Krutzler once again demonstrates his knack for wines with character and finesse.