2021 Schloss Gobelsburg Riesling Zöbinger Heiligenstein
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The 2021 Ried Heiligenstein 1ÖTW shows a clear, intense and spicy nose of concentrated Riesling and apricot fruit. Rich and intense but also delicate and elegant on the palate, this is a complex yet sensual, persistently salty and aromatic Heiligenstein with plenty of substance and impressive length. 13.5% stated alcohol. Natural cork. Tasted at Schloss Grafenegg, September 2023.
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Jancis Robinson MW
Stephan Reinhardt, Wine Advocate
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The 2021 Riesling Ried Heiligenstein was harvested on Permian sandstone. A gentle creaminess on the nose dissipates to reveal savory herbs and crushed yarrow. The palate comes in with juiciness, with rounded stone fruit framed by zesty ripeness that makes the mouth water. This fullness of fruit, with deep, spicy concentration, seeps even deeper into creaminess and stone. A powerful but understated wine of serene flow, of quiet depth, this has undoubted power, with a long, lemony flavor. (Bone-dry)
Zöbing. South- and south-west-facing slope. Reddish brown sandstone with a high feldspar content, coarse conglomerates and minor siltstone. Certified integrated production (IP) and sustainable (Nachhaltig Austria). Perfumed peach notes lead seamlessly into a rich and vibrant palate busting with playful juiciness. Lime and spice, rock dust. Delicate, drying grip with precise, stony contours etched deep and true. Beautiful and nuanced and, given time, that characteristic orange blossom evolves. A compelling and eloquent expression. (PS)