Domaine Pichler is situated in Wosendorf, within the Wachau. The Wachau has its own controlling body the “Vinea Wachau Nobilis Districtus” and the wines are classified into three categories, Steinfeder, meaning light and racy, Federspiel, meaning elegant and medium bodied and the Smaragd which are ripe and full bodied. The Smaragd wines may sometimes have an influence of botrytis.
Rudi’s father became so frustrated with the 1996 vintage, that Rudi stepped in and finished the vinification for him. He took over the running of the domaine the following year. He is quick to point out that he has not formally studied his craft – his degree was in economics not wine! Neither was he groomed for a career in the industry by working in the cellar alongside his father. For me this makes his swift success and his obvious understanding and affinity with his vineyards even more amazing.
Owning just 8 hectares, he produces an astonishing selection of wines including several different cuvees of Riesling and Gruner Veltliner, plus a variety of wines from the Pinot Blanc and Roter Veltliner. For us however, the real excitement is once again the Riesling and G V’s. The purity of expression he achieves in both varieties and the personality of individual terroirs is breathtaking.
Per case ex VAT
Wachau
2002 Gruner Veltliner 'Federspeil' Produced from vineyards in and around the village of Wosendorf. One site is at a particularly high altitude with a stony terroir. A lovely nose of wet stones and elderflowers, in the background is the peach and apricot frit with a touch of butter and youthful green nuances. Lovely palate, again minerals, stone, white fruit. A good richness of apricot and spices with tangy grapefruit acidity. Good length with a dry finish. (CG)
123.00
2002 Riesling Smaragd 'Kirchweg'
232.00
2004 Gruner Veltliner Smaragd 'Kolmutz' Clean, intense, very aromatic nose. Slightly grassy apricot fruit and white pepper. Dry, slightly grassy citrus fruit, mineral apricot and white peach fruit. Very intense, medium acidity, medium bodied with lots of white pepper on the middle. Awesome depth and complexity, lovely richness and intensity of fruit with a long dry finish. (CG)
212.00
2004 Gruner Veltliner Smaragd 'Wosendofer Hochrain' Medium green-yellow. The nose displays intense pepper, inviting nectarine and ethereal spices. Pure, ripe juicy fruit without a touch of botrytis, combined with deep spice. A very minerally, classy wine with well-rounded acidity and accurate varietal character. Offers superb aging potential. Drink 2007 to 2015. (ST)
239.00
2004 Riesling 'Federspeil' Clean, florl aromas of crisp, grasy, apple blossom, apricot and apple fruit. Lovely ripeness with a touch of white peppery spices. Dry, crisp acidity, light to medium bodied. Lovely intensity of mineral, stone, citrus fruit and white peach/ pear. Lovely depth with a lasting finish and clean length. Fresh, intense and straightforward. (CG)
151.00
2004 Riesling Smaragd Weinenkirchner Steinriegl' Medium green-yellow. Expressive on the nose, with inviting, ripe aromas of yellow stone fruits. Redcurrant and citrus flavors supported by firm minerality and crisp structure. The vibrant finish displays sweet, ripe red berries. Drink now to 2012. (ST)
205.00
Except where indicated all wines are priced per case of 12x75cl exclusive of VAT and onward UK carriage.
Delivery charges (exclusive of VAT):-
1 case - £10.95
2-3 cases - £9.50
4 + cases - FREE
E&OE. All wines are available subject to remaining unsold.
For export and all customers requiring the facilities of a bond the majority of our wines are available without duty under bond.
Current duty rates per 12 x 75cl,
still wines £17.50
sparkling wines £22.40
fortified wines £23.32
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