The Eichenwald DER GEISTESBLITZ Blaufränkisch Reserve 2022 is an outstanding red wine from Central Burgenland that expresses the terroir of its origin with precision and elegance. As a single-varietal Blaufränkisch, it epitomises the distinctive, mineral and spicy style that has made Burgenland famous internationally. The warm Pannonian influences meet cool night-time temperatures here – ideal conditions for complex aromas, a dense structure and refined acidity.


The wine was aged for 24 months in barriques (first and second use), giving it depth, structure and a refined oak note without losing any of its freshness. The 2022 vintage is exceptionally clear and distinctly terroir-driven: precise, robust and full of character. In the magnum bottle (1.5 l), its development unfolds particularly harmoniously and offers impressive ageing potential. At 14% ABV, the Eichenwald ‘Der Geistesblitz’ combines power, finesse and complexity – a wine that delights both connoisseurs and lovers of fine Austrian red wines.

Awards:

- Salon Winner 2025

- GOLD at the Burgenland Wine Awards 2025

- 92 points in the Falstaff Wine Guide Austria 2024/25

- 94 points in the A la Carte Wine Guide 2025

- 4 stars + in Vinaria

- 4 Goats in the Wein.Pur Guide

- Red and Golden Grape

- 92/100 points in the Falstaff Guide

Tasting Note

On the nose, the Eichenwald Blaufränkisch Reserve 2022 is refined and complex, characterised by delicate spicy notes such as black cardamom and dried bay leaves. Dark fruit notes are reminiscent of blackberries and blueberries, whilst the mineral depth of the soil is perceptible in the background. On the palate, this complex interplay of aromas continues: precise, structured and elegant, with a delicate, variety-typical acidity that lends the wine tension and vitality. The texture is sinewy, supported by a fine-meshed network of tannins that perfectly balances power and harmony. The use of oak is delicate and understated, and subtle notes of espresso unfold in the long finish – an impressive, profound red wine with aristocratic elegance.

Acidity: 5.6 g/l

Residual sugar: 1.6 g/l

The Eichenwald Der Geistesblitz Blaufränkisch Reserve 2022 is an excellent accompaniment to matured beef, braised game, saddle of venison, rack of lamb or hearty ragouts. It also pairs excellently with mushroom risotto, grilled vegetables with Mediterranean herbs or hard cheeses. Its refined spice and elegance also make it an ideal wine for enjoyable evenings, fine dining or special occasions. In the magnum bottle, it reveals its depth particularly impressively – a premium Blaufränkisch that captivates with its precision, sense of terroir and long-lasting finish.

Distributor/Importer:

Distributor/Importer: Eichenwald Weine eGen, Günser Straße 54, 7312 Horitschon, Austria, office@eichenwald.at

Nutritional Information:

Allergens:

• O (= Schwefeldioxid und Sulfite)

EAN:

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