Grape: BlaufränkischVintage: 2020Type: Red This regional red wine is a pure varietal expression of blaufränkisch sourced from the Maissner parcel in Central Burgenland. Winemaker Roland Velich focuses on younger estate vines rooted in sandy loam and gravelly soils to deliver a fresh profile. The hand-picked grapes are destemmed and ferment spontaneously with native wild vineyard yeasts inside neutral stainless steel and open vats. The liquid matures in large seasoned oak casks to allow the structural components to integrate without wood dominance. It pours a clear ruby color, opening with high-toned aromatics of fresh red cherries, cranberries, and wild field flowers. On the palate, the light-to-medium body is exceptionally fluid and precise, focusing on an energetic, fruit-forward presentation. Soft, fine-grained tannins provide an understated structural grip across the fluid core without feeling heavy or extracted. An energetic thread of natural acidity cuts through the center, maintaining great freshness. It concludes with a crisp, dry finish.
