Franz Hirtzberger, Ried Setzberg, Wachau, Smaragd 2022 Chateau L’Eglise Clinet Forest fruits

Forest fruits

low-sulphite

The patchwork of vineyards is planted with a variety of traditional varieties (Macabeu

the best of which are subsequently aged in 600 litre oak casks

Klaus Lenstch has carved out a reputation in the Alto Adige as one of the regions best small grower estates

Franz Hirtzberger, Ried Setzberg, Wachau, Smaragd 2022 Chateau L’Eglise Clinet Forest fruitsThis is one of the most famous estates of Austria. The vineyards are on very steep terraces above the Danube. Franz took control of this estate from his father in 1983. He has always been a perfectionist, a fact which is reflected in his top quality wines that have been awarded numerous awards. His vineyards at Weingut Hirtzberger are planted with 45% Grner Veltliner, 40% Riesling and small quantities of Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc and Chardonnay. Rich