The 2017 Heinrich Salzberg, 13.5% ABV, in a 1.5-litre magnum bottle, is one of the greatest icons of Austrian red wine production and is regarded as one of the country’s most sought-after wines. With the Salzberg, the renowned Weingut Heinrich has created a cult wine that has set new standards since its launch and has had a lasting impact on the Austrian red wine scene. This strictly limited cuvée is in high demand year after year and is often sold out before it officially goes on sale. The 2017 vintage follows seamlessly on from the great successes of its predecessors and, like the legendary 2000 vintage before it, has been awarded an outstanding 98 Falstaff points.


It takes its name from the historic Salzberg vineyard in Gols, one of the finest and oldest hillside sites in Burgenland. The south-west-facing vineyards are characterised by red terraced gravel dating back to the Ice Age, which provides the ideal conditions for red wines with a distinctive character. The cuvée, comprising 50% Merlot and 50% Blaufränkisch, combines international elegance with regional character. Following vinification, the wine matured for 30 months in new 500-litre barriques, during which time it developed its impressive structure, depth and ageing potential. In the magnum bottle, the wine also benefits from a particularly slow and harmonious maturation. The Salzberg 2017 is a great wine for contemplation with enormous potential for development and undoubtedly ranks among the very best of Austrian red wine-making.

Tasting Note

In the glass, the 2017 Heinrich Salzberg presents a deep, dark ruby red colour with an almost black core. On the nose, intense aromas of wild berries, dark cherries, undergrowth and earthy nuances unfold, accompanied by subtle hints of rosemary and delicate notes of vanilla. On the palate, the wine is powerful and concentrated, yet remarkably elegant. Dense tannins lend structure and texture, whilst notes of black cherries, dark chocolate and spicy herbs add depth. The lively acidity lends freshness and balance. The finish is complex, multi-layered and exceptionally long-lasting.

Acidity: 5.5 g/l

Residual sugar: 1.0 g/l

The Heinrich Salzberg 2017 Magnum pairs superbly with dry-aged beef, rib-eye steak, braised beef, game dishes and lamb. This top-quality Austrian cuvée is equally well-suited to mature hard cheeses, truffle dishes and sophisticated braised dishes of the highest calibre. Due to its youth and complexity, a decanting time of at least two hours is recommended. The ideal serving temperature is 16–18 °C.

Distributor/Importer:

Distributor/Importer: Weingut Heinrich GmbH, Gernot & Heike, Baumgarten 60, 7122 Gols, Austria, weingut@heinrich.at

Organic product:

AT-BIO-301

Allergens:

• O (= Schwefeldioxid und Sulfite)

EAN:

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