F.X. Pichler
The single vineyard Burgstall stretches on a high plateau featuring pure gneiss and granite soils with blown-in sands on top. The name comes from a small fortification built in the Middle Ages to defend the farm animals against raiders. It was mentioned in the chronicles as early as 1248. This sun-pampered and breezy vineyard is most suitable for lacy, fruit-driven and purist Rieslings in the Federspiel range.
95 points
Pale straw-green; drop-dead gorgeous Austrian riesling. The bouquet is full of meadow flowers, the palate a four-way game of chess between Meyer lemon, an airbrush of honey, unflinching acidity and the faintest touch of spritz. I couldn’t bring myself to spit it out. 12.5% alc; screwcap. 95 points; drink to 2025.
Sydney Morning Herald
95 points
An excitingly different riesling, with peach nectar, almost pineapple hints on the bouquet together with almond-meal and slaty mineral notes. The palate is vibrant, with high acidity, minerally notes again, and lots of energy. A little more time would reap benefits.
The Wine Front
93 Points
White peach, honey, perfume. Succulent, medium bodied and dripping with honey and peach, smattering of herbs, flint and well measured acidity, with a chalky and well rounded finish. Savoury dimension in this wine too. Lots of character.
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