2019 Carnuntum DAC Ried Spitzerberg Erste ÖTW Ried trocken "Kranzen", Lower Austria/Niederösterreich, Austria

Clear, firm and quite deep aroma of ripe, predominantly black berries and a little sour cherries with a little pepper, bay leaf and juniper as well as bloody, meaty nuances and a hint of citrus zest. Tight, juicy, dark fruit with some acidity, some clove spice, cocoa and hints of coffee, again a hint of citrus on the palate, ripe, crumbly, still youthful tannin, good depth, peppery and meaty tones, some juniper, has freshness, very good, firm, tangy and somewhat smoky finish with ethereal and very slightly sooty spice.

Best to drink: 2024-2029+. What our ratings mean