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Since 1980 this talented winemaker has transformed 125 acres of terraces, set above the Danube in Langenlois, into a beacon for Austrian wine. Jancis Robinson on Willi Bründlmayer
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2001 Bründlmayer Riesling Heiligenstein Lyra
Bründlmayer
The Bründlmayer family owns 12 hectares right in the centre of the Zöbinger Heiligenstein. 10.5 hectares are planted with Riesling From a geological point of view the Zöbinger Heiligenstein site is not only the oldest but probably also the most interesting on the estate: the soil consists of approximately 270 millon-year-old Permian desert sandstone. Sediments contain volcanic inclusions and carbonised remains of primeval vegetation. The uniqueness of this soil, its perfect gradient and position (SW to SE in a climatic borderland) provide ideal preconditions for growing outstanding wines. During the day, warm winds (often due to the effects of the Pannonian climate) stream along the terraces whereas by nightfall cool gusts from the North start blowing through the Kamp Valley and bring forward the aromatic expression of the grapes. About 20% of Bründlmayer's Heiligenstein vineyards are trained in a Lyra trellis system. The vine bifurcates in a way that the branches seem to reach to the heavens like sun-worshippers. This method doubles canopy exposure and favours aeration which improves photosynthesis and prevents dreaded fungus diseases. Yields are restricted by rigorous thinning.
Wine Spectator
90 points
Delicate, floral aromas are followed by ripe, concentrated flavors of apricot, citrus and spice in this rich, tangy white. It finishes with a mineral, salt note. The flesh hides the firm structure now. Drink now through 2010.
The World of Fine Wine
Medium straw. Very ripe nose with elegance rather than power; not that mineral but delightfully honeyed and graceful. Very rich, rounded - not that much varietal typicity because of its lushness. Firm, spicy finish and admirable concentration. Drinking well now but has good acidic backbone and will keep. Good length.
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