Bründlmayer

Ried Zöbinger Heiligenstein 1 ÖTW Kamptal DAC Riesling

Ried Zöbinger Heiligenstein 1 ÖTW Kamptal DAC Riesling

Ried Zbinger Heiligenstein 1 TW Kamptal DAC Riesling

Variety: Riesling
Region: Kamptal
Vineyard: Ried Heiligenstein
Soil Type: Perm desert sandstone. The sediments contain volcanic inclusions and carbonized remains of primeval vegetation
Fermentation & Élevage: Fermentation in steel the racked into large, old oak and left in contact with the fine lees for a couple of months
Farming: Certified Organic

Ried Heiligenstein:
The Bründlmayer family owns 12 hectares right in the center of the Zöbinger Heiligenstein. 10,5 hectares are planted with Riesling, the remainder for experimental purposes with Cabernet (mostly Cabernet Franc). About 20% of the vineyards are trained in the Lyra trellis system. The other Heiligenstein vines are raised by the traditional Guyot method with the berries hanging 50-60 centimeters above the ground. Thinning is done as required to restrict the average yield to 3500-4000 liters per hectare for this classic (Kamptal DAC) Version. Two Reserves from Heiligenstein (Lyra, Alte Reben) are used to be harvested later in the year.

From a geological point of view the Zöbinger Heiligenstein site is not only the oldest but probably also the most interesting on our estate: the soil consists of approximately 270 Mio years old Perm desert sandstone. The sediments contain volcanic inclusions and carbonized remains of primeval vegetation. The uniqueness of this soil, its perfect gradient and position (SW to SE in a climatic borderland) provide ideal preconditions for growing outstanding wines. During the day warm winds (often due to the effects of the Pannonian climate) mount along the site whereas by nightfall cool gusts from the North start blowing through the Kamp Valley and bring forward the aromatic expression of the grapes.

Info

Producer:
Vintage:
2022
Country:
Austria
Region:
Kamptal
Appellation:
Kamptal
Variety:
Riesling
Color:
White
Farming Practice:
Practicing Organic

Sizes Available

Full Bottle AT-BMY-22-22 12/750ml
Half Bottle AT-BMY-22-22H 12/375ml

Resources

Press & Reviews

Vinous
Score
96
Date
2024-02-01
"The 2022 Riesling Heiligenstein is from core parcels of the site, where cool Waldviertel air meets the warm Pannonian influence. This 2022 vintage is the first where the Lyra- and Guyot-trained vines were co-harvested and co-fermented. The nose has a subtle note of cypress, with a touch of smokiness and a suspicion of green citrus peel. The palate adds a riper notion of juicy white peach, but remains framed with tingling citrus. Both elements together result in immense juiciness, showing a svelte exuberance that, for now, skips over stony minerality, which will take time to reveal itself. This is beautiful, taut, long and serene. (Bone-dry)"
James Suckling
Score
94
Date
2023-09-13
Wine Advocate
Score
94
Date
2024-05-23
"The 2022 Riesling Ried Heiligenstein 1–TW shows notes of ripe Riesling seeds reminiscent of mocha on the dense, delicately creamy and spicy, remarkably complex and stony bouquet. Green but juicy on the palate, again with notes of roasted mocha beans, this Heiligenstein is very fine, elegant, uniquely purist in style, pleasantly firm and intensely saline, even if it was still little approachable in the fall. It pulls together well on the finish. This is very promising. 13% stated alcohol. Natural cork. Tasted in Grafenegg, September 2023."

REVIEWS FROM PAST VINTAGES

2023
James Suckling
Score
96
Date
2024-10-10
"The delicate hint of flint gives such a wonderful tension and energy. Only medium-bodied but very concentrated on the sleek and focused palate. The aromas of white fruits and spring blossoms need some time in the glass to unfurl, but their beauty is magnificent. Extremely long. From organically grown grapes. Drinkable now but best from 2026."
2023
Vinous
Score
95-97
Date
2024-07-18
"The 2023 Riesling Heiligenstein comes from core parcels of a Permian sandstone site and was made in stainless steel only. It has a subtle lift, almost with the coniferous notion of old-fashioned Cologne. The nose then verges into citrus peel, fragrant and expressive. The palate presents exquisitely pure citrus: ripe Amalfi lemon, pink grapefruit and zesty tangerine. All pitched against hard stone. It is bright, naked, racy, thrilling and exquisitely dynamic. What a ride! (Bone-dry)"
2023
Jancis Robinson
Score
17
Date
2024-10-17
"Intense cedary-citrus aroma, marked by a spicy/stony mineral character that is as important as the fruit. And a fumy note that I usually associate with spontaneous fermentation. And underneath all that, a hint of something fragrantly floral that I didn't expect. Creamy yet textured around a core of acid tension. A long finish. (JH)"
2021
James Suckling
Score
97
Date
2023-09-13
2021
Wine Advocate
Score
95
Date
2022-12-08
2021
Wine Spectator
Score
90
Date
2023-08-31
2020
Wine Advocate
Score
94
Date
2021-12-20
2020
Wine and Spirits
Score
94
Date
2022-04-01
2020
James Suckling
Score
93
Date
2021-09-05
2019
Wine Enthusiast
Score
97
Date
2021-03-01
2019
James Suckling
Score
93
Date
2020-12-13