2013 Ried Steinzeiler trocken, Burgenland, Austria

Nose still undeveloped, becomes even more closed with aeration, toasted, spicy oak, some chocolate, partly preserved and predominantly black berries and cherries, peppery spice, some fresh herbs, mint, preserved cherries, some pomegranate and juniper, earthy and mineral traces. Very firm, ripe, juicy, concentrated fruit on the palate, light smoky, nutty, toasted oak, some dark chocolate, full-bodied, good substance, very persistent,m herbaceous notes, noticeable salty notes in the background, cool minty notes, still largely undeveloped, complex and deep, very good long, juicy, spicy finish. Definitely needs time to mature.

Best to drink: 2020-2032+ What our ratings mean