Jäger 'Ried Vorder Seiber' Grüner Veltliner Federspiel, Wachau, Austria 2022
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Weingut Jager, located in the heart of the Wachau Valley, has been producing top-quality wines for generations. Known for their focus on Grüner Veltliner and Riesling, Jager excels at crafting wines that capture the essence of the regions terroir.
- WINEMAKER: Emil Jager, continuing the familys winemaking legacy.
- FARMING: Sustainable farming practices with a strong focus on the health of the vineyard ecosystem.
- VARIETY: 100% Grüner Veltliner.
- TERROIR: Vorder Seiber vineyard, with steep, terraced slopes and primary rock soils, ideal for producing mineral-driven wines.
- VINIFICATION: Hand-harvested, fermented in stainless steel to preserve freshness and purity.
- AGING: No oak aging; bottled early to retain vibrant fruit and crisp acidity.
- TASTING NOTES: Fresh green apple, white pepper, and citrus zest on the nose, with a lively acidity and a clean, mineral finish.
In the context of Austrian wine, Federspiel refers to a category of wines produced in the Wachau region. It designates wines with moderate alcohol content, typically between 11.5% and 12.5%. These wines are made from fully ripe grapes and tend to be light, fresh, and elegant, with a focus on preserving the grapes natural fruit flavors and acidity. Federspiel wines are always dry and do not undergo extended aging, allowing for a more vibrant and youthful expression of the terroir.
Weingut Jager, located in the heart of the Wachau Valley, has been producing top-quality wines for generations. Known for their focus on Grüner Veltliner and Riesling, Jager excels at crafting wines that capture the essence of the regions terroir.
- WINEMAKER: Emil Jager, continuing the familys winemaking legacy.
- FARMING: Sustainable farming practices with a strong focus on the health of the vineyard ecosystem.
- VARIETY: 100% Grüner Veltliner.
- TERROIR: Vorder Seiber vineyard, with steep, terraced slopes and primary rock soils, ideal for producing mineral-driven wines.
- VINIFICATION: Hand-harvested, fermented in stainless steel to preserve freshness and purity.
- AGING: No oak aging; bottled early to retain vibrant fruit and crisp acidity.
- TASTING NOTES: Fresh green apple, white pepper, and citrus zest on the nose, with a lively acidity and a clean, mineral finish.
In the context of Austrian wine, Federspiel refers to a category of wines produced in the Wachau region. It designates wines with moderate alcohol content, typically between 11.5% and 12.5%. These wines are made from fully ripe grapes and tend to be light, fresh, and elegant, with a focus on preserving the grapes natural fruit flavors and acidity. Federspiel wines are always dry and do not undergo extended aging, allowing for a more vibrant and youthful expression of the terroir.