Stadlmann 2021 Thermenregion Zierfandler 'Anning'

Zierfandler is one of 2 main white grapes of the Thermenregion 20 minutes south of Vienna. Dating back to the Habsburg empire, it was a favorite of the emperors and court. For lovers of dry rieslings, kerner and dry chenins with explosive aromas of lime, wet rocks, fresh herbs and meadow flowers. The palate is zingy with intense flavors of lime, pear, herbaceousness and chalky minerality with a medium body and zesty acidity. Whole cluster pressed, spontaneous fermentation in large wood tanks and four months on the lees lend a certain velvety creaminess.  An absolute delight and eminently pairable with a wide variety of fish, vegetable, greens and cheeses. Don't Be Blah!! -Giselle Hamburg