What is this wine?
Knoll’s Muskateller Smaragd 2023 is an intensely aromatic, dry white wine from the Wachau, Austria’s most prestigious wine region. Crafted by the Knoll family in Unterloiben, this Smaragd-level Muskateller (Muscat) comes from old vines rooted in the estate’s terraced vineyards of gneiss and loess. Fermented and aged in stainless steel to preserve its exuberant aromatics, it offers the richness and concentration typical of the Smaragd classification while remaining impeccably balanced and precise.
Why get this wine?
Knoll’s Muskateller Smaragd is a rare gem—an aromatic wine of striking purity, crafted with the estate’s signature restraint and mineral focus. The 2023 vintage combines radiant floral perfume with crystalline freshness, capturing the Wachau’s sunlit intensity and cool mountain elegance. This is one of the finest dry Muskatellers produced anywhere, a beautiful choice for fans of expressive yet refined whites.
What does this wine taste like?
Vivid and fragrant, with aromas of elderflower, orange blossom, lime zest, and fresh herbs. The palate is dry, vibrant, and finely textured, with citrus, stone fruit, and mineral notes leading to a long, zesty finish.
When should you drink this wine?
Enjoy now through 2030 for peak brightness. Perfect with Asian cuisine, goat cheese, or light seafood dishes. Serve well-chilled to emphasize its aromatics.