Velue weiss 2023

Wine description for Velue white 2023 from Johannes Zillinger

Colour & appearance

A lively straw yellow colour with a silky sheen, which already announces the naturalness of the wine.

Nose

Immediately captivating with an expressive composition of freshly mown summer meadow and young must. The Muscat component reveals itself in delicate floral aromas, while Riesling and Grüner Veltliner contribute a fine herbal infusion. Wild and spicy with notes of straw flowers, crisp apples and small pears - authentic and unadulterated.

Palate

The palate reveals a remarkably juicy natural wine with a brilliant structure. The fine residual carbon dioxide gives it a sparkling vibrancy reminiscent of stardust. Despite its complexity, it remains accessible - a wine with low "resistance to swallowing" that impresses with its musty fruit and vibrant acidity. This demonstrates Zillinger's ability to create a natural wine that offers authenticity without eccentricity.

General information

This harmonious cuvée from 50% Grüner Veltliner, 25% Riesling and 25% Muscatel epitomises the winery's biodynamic philosophy. With 11.5% alcohol and a subtle residual sweetness, the Velue is a light-footed representative of the Weinviertel. The grapes were harvested by hand and partly processed with a short maceration period, smaller portions were even fermented in amphorae on the skins. The wine was matured for eleven months on the lees in large used tonneaux and stainless steel.

Food pairing suggestions

A versatile companion for summer salads, grilled vegetables and light fish dishes. Particularly appealing to Austrian classics like a Asparagus risotto or Wild garlic dumplings. Its liveliness also makes it the ideal partner for Goat cheese and vegetarian starters.

Special features

The name "Velue" - the old term for the pastures along the streams of Velm-Götzendorf - reflects Zillinger's connection to the terroir. This wine perfectly epitomises the new generation of Austrian natural wines: precise craftsmanship, terroir-driven and without compromising on quality. An excellent example of how biodynamic viticulture leads to wines with character and authenticity, without falling into dogmatic extremes.