Alcohol: 13.5 %
Grape(s): 100 % Grüner Veltliner
Location: Achleithen, Wachau, Austria (Smaragd site in the Wachau valley)
Tasting Notes: Bright straw to pale gold. The nose offers intense aromas of white pepper, green apple, lime zest and stone fruits with floral and slate-like mineral notes. On the palate it is full-bodied and concentrated, showing ripe citrus and orchard fruit, precise minerality, racy acidity and a long, spicy finish with a hint of almond.
Notes: Rudi Pichler Achleithen Smaragd Grüner Veltliner is from steep, well-exposed Terrassen vineyards; vinification emphasizes purity and site expression with careful selection, temperature-controlled fermentation and extended lees contact to build texture and complexity.
Food Pairing: Excellent with rich seafood (lobster, scallops), white meats, Asian dishes with ginger or citrus, and aged soft cheeses.
Winery Story: Rudi Pichler is a top Wachau producer renowned for precise vineyard work and wines that showcase terroir and elegance. The Achleithen Smaragd exemplifies his focus on concentration, minerality and aging potential.
