The Salzl Cabernet Franc Premium 2020 is a majestic red wine from the Seewinkel region of Burgenland and is undoubtedly one of Austria’s great character wines. Made from 100 % Cabernet Franc, this premium wine displays a perfect balance between power, elegance and expression of the terroir. The vines thrive on paratschernosem soils, consisting of loamy sand with a high proportion of gravel – a soil structure that ensures optimal drainage and deep root growth, and lends the wine its distinctive minerality.

Vinification follows traditional methods: an 18-day maceration period, alcoholic fermentation in steel tanks at 30°C, followed by malolactic fermentation. The subsequent 24-month ageing in small oak barrels – made from 100 % new wood – imparts depth, density and refined, mature aromas to the wine. With 14 % vol. alcohol, an opulent structure and, at the same time, refined elegance, this Cabernet Franc possesses enormous potential – ready to drink from 2024, with ageing potential until at least 2040 under optimal storage conditions.

The Salzl Cabernet Franc Premium is a magnificent wine with typical varietal character and that distinctive Burgenland signature, making it a benchmark for both discerning connoisseurs and international tastings.

Tasting Note

In the glass, the wine displays a deep ruby-garnet colour with an opaque centre and delicate violet highlights. The bouquet is ripe, deep and complex, with aromas of dried plums, dark berries and black cherry jam, accompanied by balsamic and spicy notes, cedarwood, coconut, a hint of juniper and tobacco-like nuances. On the palate, it is opulent, juicy and dense, with an intoxicating sweetness of extract, firm tannins, subtly toasty oak notes, nougat, heart cherry, and a delicately integrated salty minerality. The finish is long, elegant and accompanied by blackberries, with a balanced, spicy aftertaste.

Acidity: 4.8 g/l

Residual sugar: 1.6 g/l

The Salzl Cabernet Franc Premium 2020 is ideal as an accompaniment to grilled or roasted meat, game dishes, pan-fried fish such as tuna steak, grilled poultry and mature hard cheeses. Spicy cheeses and hearty ragouts also complement its complex structure perfectly. Serve it at 16–18 °C in a large red wine glass – for an expressive, profound tasting experience with ageing potential and style.

Distributor/Importer:

Distributor/Importer: Salzl Seewinkelhof GmbH, 7142 Illmitz, Zwischen den Reben, Burgenland, Austria
Distributor/Importer email: weingut@salzl.at

Allergens:

• O (= Schwefeldioxid und Sulfite)

EAN:

• Delivery in 1-3 business days
• Free shipping on orders over 150 €
• Shipping costs 5,90 €
• Tracking included