Knoll, Riesling Loibenberg Federspiel, 2024
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What is this wine?
Knoll’s Riesling Loibenberg Federspiel 2024 is a dry white wine from the Wachau Valley, Austria, sourced from the steep, terraced Loibenberg vineyard, one of the region’s most revered sites. The Knoll family, based in Unterloiben, has long been a benchmark for classic Wachau wines, combining meticulous viticulture with minimalist winemaking. The Federspiel style indicates a medium-bodied, elegant Riesling, fermented in stainless steel to preserve its precision and stony minerality.
Why get this wine?
Knoll is among Austria’s greatest estates, and Loibenberg Federspiel is a superb expression of its style—pure, racy, and mineral-driven. The 2024 vintage captures Wachau’s signature tension between ripe fruit and vibrant acidity, offering exceptional focus and drinkability. It’s a true taste of this world-class terroir at a remarkably accessible level.
What does this wine taste like?
Aromas of lime, green apple, and apricot blossom are layered with notes of flint, herbs, and white peach. The palate is taut and refreshing, with vivid acidity, crystalline minerality, and a long, dry finish.
When should you drink this wine?
Enjoy now for its freshness or cellar through 2032 for added complexity. Serve chilled with shellfish, sushi, or light Thai and Vietnamese dishes.