Blaufränkisch Heide - Birgit Braunstein

Blaufränkisch Heide - Birgit BraunsteinThe Blaufränkisch Heide, aged in barrel and originating from the Burgenland wine-growing region, presents itself in the glass in a radiant purple-red. Poured into a red wine glass, this red wine from Austria reveals wonderfully expressive aromas of blackberry and sour cherry, rounded off by additional fruity nuances contributed by the barrel aging. Birgit Braunstein’s Blaufränkisch Heide is just the right choice for all those who prefer dry wines. At the same time, it never appears austere or rough, as one would naturally expect from a wine in the high-quality category. Balanced and complex, this velvety red wine presents itself on the palate. Thanks to its well-balanced acidity, Blaufränkisch Heide caresses the palate with a pleasing mouthfeel, without sacrificing juicy liveliness. On the finish, this youthful red wine from the Burgenland wine-growing region delights with a lovely length. Once again, hints of blackberry and sour cherry appear. Vinification of Birgit Braunstein Blaufränkisch Heide This wine clearly focuses on a single grape variety, namely Blaufränkisch. For this wonderfully balanced varietal wine from Birgit Braunstein, only first-class grapes were harvested. After the grape harvest, the grapes are brought to the press house as quickly as possible. There they are sorted and gently crushed. Fermentation then takes place in small wooden barrels at controlled temperatures. After fermentation is complete, the organically produced Blaufränkisch Heide is aged for several months in oak barriques. Food recommendation for Birgit Braunstein Blaufränkisch Heide Enjoy this organic red wine from Austria best at a temperature of 15–18°C as an accompanying wine to vegetable couscous with beef meatballs, onion tart with thyme, or baked sweet potatoes with feta cheese.