Hofstudien Donauriesling - Geyerhof

Hofstudien Donauriesling - GeyerhofThe Hofstudien Donauriesling - Geyerhof shows a light straw yellow in the glass with shiny reflections that immediately signal freshness. On the nose it unfolds a delicate fragrance of bergamot and lemon peel. Fine notes of lime, green apple peel and delicate white peach resonate. Added to this are cool herbs such as lemon balm and a hint of mint, accompanied by a clear, stony minerality. With a little air, floral nuances of linden blossom emerge, along with a delicate touch of elderflower. A hint of wet river pebbles recalls the proximity of the Danube and closely links the aroma to its origin in the Kremstal. The nose appears precise, pure and taut, without exaggeration, fully devoted to Riesling and its terroir. On the palate, the Hofstudien Donauriesling - Geyerhof shows a dry style with straightforward freshness. The texture remains light but not thin, instead clearly focused. The racy yet finely integrated acidity carries notes of citrus fruit, grapefruit zest and ripe lime. The aromas of bergamot and lemon peel from the nose reappear and seem even more pronounced. The fruit remains slender and elegant. Ripe peach, green apple and a hint of apricot join the citrus play. A delicate grip on the palate recalls the grape skins and gives structure. The minerality shows itself salty, slightly smoky and runs like a fine red thread through the entire progression. The style of this Donauriesling appears clear, fresh and animating. It brings energy without ever seeming heavy. The body lies in the light to medium range, carried by a vibrant acidity and a dry finish. The aftertaste shows citrus zest, herbs and a hint of wet stone that lingers on the palate for a long time. The Kremstal in Lower Austria here delivers all its class. The vineyards around Furth near Göttweig lie close to the Danube. This acts like a natural temperature regulator. Warm days promote the ripening of the Riesling grapes. Cool nights preserve freshness and aroma. The soils consist of loess, gravel and injections of ancient rock. This mixture lends the wine both juice and firm minerality. Riesling in this region shows a particularly clear, citrus-driven character. It convinces with aromas of stone fruit, herbs and rocks. The Hofstudien Donauriesling - Geyerhof picks up these typical characteristics and brings them into a modern, straightforward form. It is aimed at connoisseurs who appreciate precise fruit, freshness and lightness. The aromatics can be well divided into three focal points: Fruit: bergamot, lemon peel, lime, green apple, white peach Herbs and blossoms: lemon balm, mint, linden blossom, elderflower Terroir notes: wet stone, fine salty trace, delicate hint of smoke This makes this wine suitable for many moments in everyday life and for special occasions. Its strengths show in various enjoyment situations. As a fresh aperitif with clear citrus fruit As a versatile food companion to light dishes As a sophisticated conversation wine for wine lovers All in all, this creates a white wine that unites lightness and depth. It invites the next sip, brings tension into the glass and whets the appetite for the next Riesling from the Kremstal. Production of the Hofstudien Donauriesling from Geyerhof The grapes for this varietal Riesling come from selected sites in the Kremstal in Lower Austria. The proximity to the Danube, the interplay of loess, gravel and ancient rock and the cool downdrafts from the hills around Göttweig create ideal conditions. Warm days drive ripening forward. The cool nights secure the lively acidity and the clear fruit. Riesling as a grape variety is considered a master of precision. It shows its origin like hardly any other white grape. In the Kremstal it brings forth a mixture of citrus fruit, stone fruit and stony minerality. The winemakers at the Geyerhof estate place great value on this stylistic profile. The wine therefore clearly bears the character of the soil and the river within it. The harvest is selective, preferably by hand. This way, only ripe, aromatic grapes make it into the cellar. The harvested fruit reaches the press area in small crates. The berries thus remain intact and retain their delicate aromatics. A short maceration time on the skins releases fine aromas without bringing out bitter substances. Pressing is gentle with low pressure. This yields a clear must with a fine fragrance. After preliminary clarification by settling, fermentation starts. This takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. Cool fermentation temperatures preserve the freshness and emphasize the citrus and herbal notes. Maturation in stainless steel preserves the pure fruit of the Riesling. After fermentation, the wine remains on the fine lees for a certain time. This resting phase lends it more fullness on the palate and a delicate creaminess without masking the light character. Occasional stirring of the lees increases the depth and integrates the acidity harmoniously. The estate deliberately refrain...