The Welschriesling Old Vines 2021<\/strong> von Velich represents a remarkable rediscovery of an often underestimated grape variety. While Welschriesling - despite its name not related to Riesling - is widespread in Central Europe, only a few winegrowers manage to realise the true potential of this variety. The Velich brothers undoubtedly belong to this elite.<\/p>\n Old vines are the key: they are deeply rooted in the soils around Lake Neusiedl and naturally produce lower yields with a higher concentration. The Pannonian climate of this region - hot summers tempered by the lake - gives the Welschriesling its characteristic tension between ripeness and freshness.<\/p>\n Velich has made a name for itself as a winery above all through its exceptional Chardonnays<\/strong> The wine has made a name for itself, but its approach to Welschriesling shows the same signature: precise work in the vineyard, respectful handling of the grapes and restrained vinification that emphasises the fruit and minerality. At 13.5% alcohol, the wine displays a modern but not over-extracted style - ripe enough for structure, restrained enough for elegance.<\/p>\n The Burgenland<\/strong> on Lake Neusiedl is known for its noble sweet wines, but the dry white wines of this region deserve more attention. The soils - often a mixture of loess, sand and gravel - give the Welschriesling an earthy component, while the lake acts as a temperature buffer and ensures cool nights that preserve the acidity.<\/p>\n Welschriesling is a Versatile food companion<\/strong>. This wine harmonises perfectly with regional cuisine: baked pike-perch, Wiener schnitzel, but also with Asian dishes, grilled vegetables or creamy risottos. Its dry character makes it the ideal companion for a whole evening - not too dominant, but with enough character to remain interesting.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Winemaking philosophy<\/h3>\n
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