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Nikolaihof, Gruner Veltliner "Hefeabzug", 2023

White Wine from Wachau, Austria
by Nikolaihof
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Austria's oldest continuously operating winery (documented since 470 AD) brings biodynamic discipline and lees aging to Grüner Veltliner from the UNESCO-listed Wachau. "Hefeabzug" means the wine remains in contact with fermentation sediment—a technique that adds richness and textural weight to what might otherwise be a lean varietal. The Wachau's metamorphic terrain (gneiss, marble, loess) and the Danube's temperature moderation create conditions for crisp minerality without austerity. Natural fermentations in a 700-year-old cellar, 40-50 year old vines. Nikolaihof has practiced biodynamics since 1971 (Demeter certified since 1998). The 2023 balances Grüner's inherent acidity with body and textural presence. Drink now through 2028. Chill slightly; pair with white fish, shellfish, Asian cuisines, or creamy cheeses.

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Antonio Galloni

90 points

"The 2023 Grüner Veltliner Hefeabzug comes from various sites and is, in fact, the same wine as Zwickl, but filtered. Reduction is similar, though the fruit is more subdued. The palate is smooth and slightly smoky, yet equally snappy." —Anne Krebiehl, MW

Wine Spectator

91 points

"A smoky, dense version, with a bone-dry profile that leads with flint, smoke and petrol overlaying quince, pear, sweet fennel seed and snap pea. Verbena and lentil notes add earthiness. There's a liberal dusting of fleur de sel on the precise finish, which rings with mineral intensity."

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What Skurnik Wines has to say about this wine:

Variety: Grüner Veltliner Region: Wachau Vineyard: Various sites near Mautern Soil Type: Loess Fermentation & Élevage: Long, slow fermentation in stainless steel Farming: Demeter Certified Biodynamic

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