The Heinrich Chardonnay Leithaberg DAC 2023 is a precise Chardonnay from Burgenland that is characterised by its origin and clearly reflects the special geology and climate of the Leitha Mountains. Rooted in fossil-rich calcareous sandstone and mica schist soils on the eastern slopes of the Leitha Mountains, this wine develops its characteristic tension, depth and minerality. The vineyards are carefully cultivated biodynamically, with a high proportion of manual labour and consistent respect for the natural cycle. The grapes are hand-picked in mid-September and left on the skins for a few hours to deepen their structure and expression. With an alcohol content of 13%, the 2023 vintage is balanced, calm and clearly contoured.


Vinification takes place with spontaneous fermentation and malolactic fermentation, after which the wine matures for over a year on its natural lees in large oak barrels. This gentle ageing process gives the Chardonnay substance, length and elegance without masking its origin. The majority of the grapes come from the Spiegel, Kirchberg and Alter Berg vineyards in Winden as well as Fügler in Jois, supplemented by lots from Edelgraben and Zwe. The Leithaberg DAC stands for clear origin, mineral character and long-lasting structure. The recommended ageing period is until 2029.

Awards:

- 93 points from James Suckling

Tasting Note

Clear straw yellow in the glass with calm depth. Precise and restrained on the nose with ripe fruit and a mineral flavour. Taut and balanced on the palate with a fine texture and clear tension. The finish is calm, long-lasting and mineral-driven.

Acidity: 6.3 g/l

Residual sugar: 1 g/l

The Heinrich Chardonnay Leithaberg DAC 2023 is ideal with saltwater and freshwater fish, especially grilled or fried, as the structure and minerality elegantly accompany the roasted flavours. It also harmonises perfectly with shellfish and mussels, also grilled or fried, where its tension and length provide balance. This Chardonnay from Leithaberg also makes a convincing soloist when a structured, mineral white wine with a clear origin and calm elegance is required.

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)

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