Riesling Smaragd Ried Kollmitz from Weinhofmeisterei Mathias Hirtzberger grows on high-lying terraces above Joching. The vines are rooted in poor paragneiss with very little topsoil, giving small berries, density and marked minerality. On the nose the wine shows exotic fruit, mandarin and ripe peach, backed by blossom honey and gentle herbal notes. On the palate the Riesling is concentrated yet elegant, with juicy stone fruit, a touch of extract sweetness and taut acidity. Cool, salty minerality runs from the first sip into the long finish and adds plenty of tension. The result is a characterful Wachau Smaragd that combines power, finesse and impressive ageing potential.
Just a few steps from the Danube, in Wösendorf in Austria’s Wachau, Weinhofmeisterei Mathias Hirtzberger has been writing its own chapter since 2014. As the youngest member of the Hirtzberger wine family, Mathias brings deep roots—yet chooses an unmistakably personal voice....
The Great Vertical Tasting: A wine through the mirror of time.
Anyone who compares wine across several vintages discovers its development in a particularly impressive way. A vertical tasting reveals how style, maturity, structure and aromas change over time – and helps to find the right vintage for personal taste or a special occasion.
The grape variety: Riesling
Riesling is a noble white grape famous for citrus fruit, stone fruit, floral notes and vibrant acidity. It can be dry, off-dry, sparkling or beautifully sweet.
Its freshness makes it ideal with seafood, pork, spicy Asian cuisine, cheeses and desserts. Riesling is one of the most expressive and versatile white wine grapes.
