Domaene Wachau, based in Austria's most renowned wine-growing region, the
Wachau, is one of the country's leading white wine producers.

The steep terraced vineyards, the cool marginal climate and the barren primary
rock soils characterize the unique wines of the Wachau. Particularly complex,
powerful and long-lasting wines are called "Smaragd" in the region. The steep
local mountain of Domaene Wachau, the Kellerberg, rises directly behind the
baroque Kellerschloessel in Duernstein. The vineyards grow on primary rock soil,
mainly light-colored Gfoehler gneiss, which consists of 90% feldspar and quartz.
This vineyard is considered a classic among Wachau wines, combining power and
elegance with impressive substance and potential.



A mild and dry winter was followed by a wet April, which gave the soil
sufficient moisture. This benefited the vines during the hot summer days.
Unfortunately, the weather took a turn for the worse in September, with repeated
downpours, especially at harvest time. Fortunately, the sun returned in October,
allowing the grapes to ripen slowly but perfectly. The result is elegant and
precise wines that impress with a lot of energy and tension and combine vital
acidity, clarity and substance on the palate.



The Gruener Veltliner grapes from the Kellerberg are carefully harvested by hand
in several passes and after strict selection. After a maceration period and
fermentation, partly spontaneous, in stainless steel tanks and large wooden
barrels, the wine is matured for several months in both steel tanks and large
wooden barrels.



Awards:

-16.5 points, from Vinaria

- 93 points, 100% Blind Tasted

- 95 points from Falstaff

- 95 points from A la Carte

- 92 points from Wein-Plus

- 5 glasses from Wein. Pure