Gumpoldskirchen Grosse Reserve Blanc de Noirs Brut Nature

Wine Description for Gumpoldskirchen Grosse Reserve Blanc de Noirs Brut Nature by Loimer

Colour & Appearance

Luminous lemon yellow with golden and green reflections. The perlage is fine and active, the mousse delicate – typical of a Brut Nature that forgoes dosage and places its authenticity front and centre.

Nose

The 78 months on yeast have imparted impressive complexity to this Blanc de Noirs. Warm notes of mirabelle plums and peach evoke sweet fruit cake, whilst Tarte Tatin and salted butter brioche underscore the autolytic yeast aromas. Tropical hints of pineapple and mango linger subtly in the background. The counterpoint comes from the fresh side: lime and lemon zest, maritime sea spray, oyster shell and damp chalk lend the wine a cool, mineral tension.

Palate

The attack immediately reveals the versatility of this extraordinary sparkling wine. Warm fruit meets creamy yeast autolysis, which dominates proceedings with considerable pressure and lingers on the palate for minutes. Alongside this unfolds a crisp mineral structure of remarkable elegance. Opulence is nowhere to be found – instead, complexity and length impress. Almond and hazelnut aromas characterise the finish persistently.

Finish

Long, mineral and of sustained precision. The nutty notes remain present, whilst the saline minerality provides a refreshing, thirst-quenching conclusion.

Grape Variety & Vinification

An unusual Blanc de Noirs from Pinot Noir, Zweigelt and Sankt Laurent – three red grape varieties vinified as white wine. The 78 months on yeast using the traditional method lend this Brut Nature its depth and structure. Vinified without dosage, it showcases the pure, unadorned quality of the grapes.

Food Pairing Suggestions

Perfect with fresh oysters, scallops or sashimi. Also an excellent choice with pan-fried turbot, calf’s sweetbreads or mushroom risotto with truffle. The yeast notes harmonise beautifully with aged Comté or Parmesan.

Special Features

With this Grosse Reserve, Fred Loimer demonstrates that Austrian winegrower sparkling wines can achieve world-class standards. A Blanc de Noirs with character, depth and exceptional ageing potential.