DAS PHANTOM 2023 is the legendary signature wine from K+K Kirnbauer in central Burgenland - a red wine with cult status that has been one of Austria's style-defining cuvées for decades. The 2023 vintage consists of a finely balanced blend of 44% Blaufränkisch, 23% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Cabernet Franc and 4% Syrah. The vines are rooted in heavy clay and sandy loam soils, which gives the wine its depth, strength and flavour.

After temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel tanks, the young wine underwent malolactic fermentation in barriques, followed by 18 months of ageing in 225-litre French oak barrels. This phase gives the wine its polished tannin structure, fine roasted flavours and a complex aroma with depth. The wine was bottled in March 2024 and is ready to drink immediately, but has ageing potential until at least 2041, when it will continue to gain finesse and expression.

Tasting Note

In the glass, DAS PHANTOM is a dense dark garnet red with a violet centre. The nose reveals a multi-layered bouquet of juicy wild berries, black olives, rosemary and fresh mint, elegantly underpinned with cedar wood, tobacco leaves, ink lead and fine leather. The barrique ageing contributes subtle roasted flavours that blend harmoniously into the overall picture. On the palate, the wine is powerful and juicy, with dark berries, Pannonian spice and a hint of cappuccino. The youthful tannins are well integrated and, together with the fresh, animating acidity, ensure elegance and balance. The spicy mint finish lends additional length and character to the finish.

Acidity: 5.8 g/l

Residual sugar: 1 g/l

DAS PHANTOM is a versatile food companion - excellent with matured beef, game dishes, lamb, spicy ragouts and matured hard cheese. It also reveals its full depth when enjoyed on its own, for example with a good book or as a meditation wine. Recommended drinking temperature: 16-18 °C, decanting recommended. DAS PHANTOM 2023 is a powerful, elegant and at the same time easy-drinking red wine with depth and ageing potential - a tribute to the terroir of Central Burgenland and the art of cuvéeing.

Distributor/Importer:

Distributor/Importer: WG K+K Kirnbauer eGen, Rotweinweg 1, 7301 Deutschkreutz, Austria, kirnbauer@phantom.at

Nutritional Information:

Organic product:

AT-BIO-301

Allergens:

• O (= Schwefeldioxid und Sulfite)

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