A crisp apple, a hint of citrus, and that recognizable touch of pepper: that is how inviting Austrian white wine can be. Pfaffl Vom Haus Gruner Veltliner has a dry, lively style with enough spice to remain interesting at the dinner table. Behind this accessible bottle is a family that expanded their farm in Stetten into a specialized wine estate. You can taste the attention paid to the fruit in its clear character, with an elegant finish that keeps the wine light on its feet.
In Niederösterreich, soil and temperature variations form a strong foundation for fresh, aromatic white wines.
- Location / origin: This wine comes from Niederösterreich in Austria. The family business itself is based in Stetten, in the Weinviertel region north of Vienna.
- Soil: Loess is characteristic of this wine's origin. This fine, wind-deposited soil can retain moisture and supports the vines' water supply.
- Climate & influences: Warm days help the grapes ripen, while cool nights help preserve freshness and aromas.
In the cellar, the focus is on careful extraction and the preservation of the fresh fruit character.
- Skin contact and pressing: The grapes are destemmed and gently crushed. After about 4 hours of skin contact, a soft pneumatic pressing follows, allowing aromas from the skins to be incorporated.
- Fermentation: The juice is fermented at a controlled temperature of 18 °C. This control helps to preserve the fruity aroma and taste.
- Maturation: The wine rests in stainless steel tanks and is bottled at the winery. Without the influence of oak, the fruit and spice remain clearly recognizable.
Grüner Veltliner determines both the crisp profile and the spicy character of this single-varietal wine.
- 100% Grüner Veltliner – Niederösterreich: Provides juicy apple and citrus, complemented by a characteristic white pepper note and an elegant finish.
