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2015 Stift Goettweig Grüner Veltliner Messwein
Stift Goettweig
The Göttweiger Messwein, or altar wine, has been an institution in this Benedictine monastery for centuries. Grüner Veltliner and Rosé (from Pinot Noir) are vinified as light, dry wines. From the nature-friendly cultivation of the vineyards to the care and processing of the grapes and wine, the "Reinheitsgebot”, or purity law, of the church must be obeyed. Messwein cannot be produced without the permission of the bishop, and it must be only natural and unaltered. With 12% alcohol (this may vary, depending on the vintage) Messwein is the lightest wine – very easy and drinkable.
TASTING NOTES
Dry, fruity and light with classic – though subtle – Veltliner spice. Animated on the nose; multilayered with notes of citrus fruit, red apple and rosewood. Fresh and elegant on the palate; expressive, with good length.
February, 2017
Vinous Media
88 points
Scents of apple, raw winter squash and piquant walnut set the tone for a generously juicy, polished, subtly piquant midpalate. Cooling hints of basil and mouthwatering salinity, though also a touch of green walnut-husk astringency, inform the satisfyingly sustained finish.
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