White dry
Discover the subtleties of Wachau region's "Riesling." This set offers an exceptional opportunity to compare two top-class "Riesling Smaragd" wines from the prestigious Ried Loibenberg vineyard, located in the picturesque Wachau Valley. We offer "Riesling" wines from two different vintages – 2022 and 2023 – so you can appreciate how the years affect the character of this exceptional wine. "Smaragd" category wines are renowned not only for their high quality and concentration but also for their longevity, reflecting the best traditions of the region.
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Why Choose This Set?
This set offers a unique opportunity to compare two top-class "Riesling Smaragd" wines from the prestigious Ried Loibenberg vineyard, located in the picturesque Wachau Valley. We offer "Riesling" wines from two different vintages – 2022 and 2023 – so you can appreciate how the years affect the character of this exceptional wine. The "Smaragd" category, to which these wines belong, is renowned not only for its high quality and concentration but also for its longevity, reflecting the best traditions of the region.
"Riesling Smaragd 2022":
"Riesling Smaragd 2023":
This set is an excellent choice for "Riesling" enthusiasts who want to delve into the impact of different vintages on the wine's character and become acquainted with the Loibenberg vineyard and the "Smaragd" category characteristics.
"Riesling Smaragd 2023":
"Grüner Veltliner Smaragd 2023":
This set is an excellent choice for wine enthusiasts who want to delve into the expression of different grapes in the same vineyard and become acquainted with the characteristics of the "Smaragd" category.
Weingut Emmerich Knoll is one of the most famous and highly respected wineries in Austria, located in the prestigious Wachau region – one of the oldest and most important wine-producing regions in the country. This winery is renowned not only for its long-standing traditions but also for its exceptional winemaking quality.
Vineyards and Production:
Weingut Emmerich Knoll vineyards grow on terraced slopes, where world-renowned "Grüner Veltliner" and "Riesling" grapes are cultivated. The unique climatic conditions of the Wachau region: warm summers and cool evenings, combined with calcareous and rocky soil conditions, create ideal conditions for growing these varieties.
The winemaking process in these farms is based on long-standing traditions and extensive knowledge of vineyard care. The winemaker adheres to natural cultivation methods to extract the authentic flavor of each vineyard, while ensuring the highest quality standards.
Wines and Classification:
Weingut Emmerich Knoll produces some of the best wines in the Wachau region, often labeled with the "Smaragd" label, which is a distinctive Wachau wine classification. These wines are characterized by exceptional longevity, flavor concentration, and complexity, often comparable to top-tier Burgundy white wines.
"Grüner Veltliner" and "Riesling" wines from Emmerich Knoll vineyards are balanced, with bright acidity, excellent fruit and mineral balance, and their flavor intensity and longevity are often internationally acclaimed.
Wine Labels and St. Urban:
Weingut Emmerich Knoll wine bottles are adorned with a baroque label depicting St. Urban, the patron saint of winemaking. This symbolizes the winemaking traditions preserved on the farm and the respect for ancient winemaking methods, passed down from generation to generation.