Blaufränkisch Leithaberg DAC | Heinrich
Fruit comes from old vineyards on the Leithaberg slopes in Jois, Winden and Breitenbrunn that face the Neusiedlsee. The result is an elegant and lively wine, bursting with bright cherry, peppery spice and fine, dusty tannins.
Region:
Burgenland
Appellation:
Leithaberg
Variety / Blend:
Blaufränkisch:
Climate:
Warm continental
Soils:
Fossil-rich limeston, calcareous sandstone, schist
Farming:
Biodynamic
Altitude:
100-200 metres
Fermentation:
Indigenous yeasts in wooden vats, 3 weeks macerating on skins post fermentation
Ageing:
Aged for 20 months in 500 litre old oak barrels
