naked red non-vintage 375ml

Wine description for naked red non-vintage 375ml by Heinrich

Colour & Appearance

Deep cherry red with a profound, almost impenetrable core and a brightened, ruby-coloured rim – a wine that promises intrigue from the moment it touches the glass.

Nose

The nose opens dark and seductive: cassis, elderberry and blackberry surge forward first, followed by a lively sour cherry. The fruit is compact, yet never heavy – it remains crisp and fresh. An elegant hint of liquorice and anise brings a cool, ethereal note into play, whilst juniper and green pepper provide a fine, invigorating spice. Garden herbs round out the bouquet with a pleasantly refreshing lightness.

Palate

On the palate, the Naked Red reveals its most accessible side: juicy and silky at once, with a remarkable slenderness that propels the drinking experience. The fruit shifts towards raspberry and above all sour cherry – bright, lively, uncomplicated beauty. The spice retreats into the background, the fun factor takes centre stage. Rarely does red wine bring such joy.

Finish

Medium-length, fresh and with a pleasant grip that invites the next sip. Not a wine for analysing – a wine for drinking.

Terroir & Origin

The grapes hail from two fundamentally different worlds around Lake Neusiedl: In the west, limestone and slate from the hillside vineyards of the Leitha Mountains shape the character, whilst in the east, the gravel soils of the Parndorf Plate and the humus-rich heath soil provide depth and fullness. These contrasts make the Naked Red an authentic portrait of Burgenland.

Grape Variety & Vinification

A non-vintage cuvée of Zweigelt and Blaufränkisch as dominant varieties, complemented by Sankt Laurent. Harvesting takes place from late August to mid-September. Spontaneous fermentation on the skins – partly in wooden fermentation vessels, partly in stainless steel tanks – followed by maturation in wooden fermentation vessels for more than one year. Pure craftsmanship, without frills.

Food Pairing Suggestions

An ideal companion to grilled sausages, boiled beef, pasta with tomato sauce or a rustic antipasti platter. Also wonderful on its own – lightly chilled – a delight.

Special Features

The name says it all: naked – unclothed, direct, without pretence. With just 12.5% alcohol and this playful lightness, the Naked Red is a counterpoint to the heavy-handed red wine world. Rarely has restraint been so inviting.

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