Im Weingebirge, Grüner Veltliner Federspiel trocken 2006

Wine description for Im Weingebirge, Grüner Veltliner Federspiel trocken 2006 from Nikolaihof

Colour & appearance

A remarkable pale grapefruit yellow with silvery reflections that has retained an astonishing freshness and vitality despite its 18 years.

Nose

The flavour reveals the Biodynamic signature of the Nikolaihof in all its splendour. A complex bouquet of autumnal flowers and herbs unfolds with impressive precision. Asters and dahlias mingle with spicy lovage, while notes of chestnut and pumpkin emphasise the depth of the terroir. With air contact, a fascinating interplay develops between vegetal nuances and subtle fruit - a wine that rewards patience.

Palate

The palate reveals the true greatness of this feathered wine, which elegantly transcends the boundaries of its classification. The precise acidity structure forms the backbone for a remarkably complex body. Despite its 12% alcohol, the wine has an astonishing density and concentration that is reminiscent of an Smaragd without taking on its heaviness. The mineral character of the Paragneiss soil lends the wine a crystalline clarity and length that have lost none of their brilliance even after almost two decades.

General information

Dieser Grüne Veltliner aus der Einzellage “Im Weingebirge” repräsentiert die zeitlose Philosophie des Nikolaihofs – Österreichs ältestem Weingut und Demeter-Pionier. Die Lage oberhalb von Mautern, geprägt von Löss und Paragneis, bietet ideale Bedingungen für einen Veltliner von außergewöhnlicher Langlebigkeit. Als Archive Release 2024 zeigt dieser Wein eindrucksvoll, warum die Weine von Christine und Nikolaus Saahs zu den beständigsten Österreichs zählen.

Food pairing suggestions

The versatility of this mature Veltliner predestines it for sophisticated dishes. Excellent with fried porcini mushrooms with Thyme, Braised pumpkin with brown butter or Tafelspitz with classic side dishes. The developed flavour harmonises particularly well with matured mountain cheese.

Special features

An impressive example of the Longevity of Austrian white wines. This Federspiel demonstrates that great Wachau Veltliners are not only to be found in the Smaragd range. Biodynamic cultivation and traditional vinification without technical intervention have produced a wine that has now reached its optimum time for enjoyment, but still has years ahead of it. An authentic contemporary document of the outstanding 2006 vintage.