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White dry
2023 was one of the best years for Austrian "Riesling" wines. Although Emmerich Knoll is expected to produce top-quality wines, the "Riesling Smaragd" from Schütt stands out even here with its high quality.
The wine smells of green apricots, nectarines, grapefruits, green papayas, cherries, and unripe apples. Rich, very elegant, with lively acidity, mineral, and a long stone fruit aftertaste.
The "Riesling" wine is made from a separate Ried Schütt vineyard, which is 50 years old. The grapes grow on steep slopes, in old granite and gneiss soil. The harvest is done by hand. To achieve a creamy texture and aromatic complexity, this "Riesling" was aged on fine lees for eight months. The wine has excellent potential to age for decades.
Serve at 10-12°C with seafood, shellfish, oily fish dishes, pastas, fattier soft cheeses.
What an amazing array of stone- and exotic-fruit aromas, also jasmine and wild herbs. Tremendous concentration and elegance on the medium- to full-bodied palate. An extremely long and refined finish with a touch of salty character alongside the wet-stone minerality. Drink or hold.
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.
