FX Pichler Steinertal Riesling Single Vineyard 2022 1949 underlying hint of white flower

underlying hint of white flower and lemon

The wine is matured for 10 months in 30% new (225 – 500L) French oak barrels

and generally described as "feminine"

scents of pear

The usual Chardonnay suspects of melon and citrus are augmented by lychees and cashew nut on the bouquet

FX Pichler Steinertal Riesling Single Vineyard 2022 1949 underlying hint of white flowerThe FX Pichler vineyard is located on the eastern end of Wachau, between Loibenberg and Pfaffenberg. Small valley section composed of deeply deposited, weathered gneiss. Lucas says its all about raciness and finesse. Cool nose is reminiscent of alpine air, with orchard and citrus fruits. Has tension from the word go, then opens beautifully on the palate. Long, subtly building, exquisite line to this. White peach and lemon, with a seaspray tang on the