Wieninger, Wiener Gemischter Satz 2019

90 points Wine Enthusiast
“A very expressive Gemischter Satz, filled with complex tropical and exotic aromas and flavors. It is bone-dry and corduroy-like in texture, smooth, yet crunchy. The finish invites you for another sip. Pairs well with smoked fish or vegetables.”

90 points Wine Spectator
“Offers a mix of apple, beeswax, lanolin and citrus flavors that are married to a round profile. This white is rich and turns sleeker as the lively acidity sweeps in. Fine length. Grüner Veltliner, Weissburgunder, Welschriesling and Chardonnay. Drink now. 500 cases imported.”

Vinous Reverie Notes
Gemischter Satz, “mixed set” is a traditional field blend of up to 13 varietals that are co-planted and co-fermented, once a common practice in many regions of Europe. The wine has survived thanks to the Viennese love of heurigen culture and its fame has spread in no small part to Fritz Wieninger’s dedication to produce Gemischter Satz at the highest level of quality. This example is a field blend based on Grüner Veltliner, Weissburgunder, Welschriesling, and Chardonnay, with a smaller presence of five other grapes. Weingut Wieninger cultivates grapes on the Bisamberg and on the Nussberg, which - separated by the Danube River - feature different soils and climates. The winery's comprehensive range of wines reflects these differences. Cellar work combines traditional with modern methods and focuses on allowing the vineyards to shine through. The cellar is completely modern with space for each vineyard to be vinified separately, allowing expression of individual terroirs. Tasting Notes: Light green-yellow. Fresh and intense nose with fresh fruitiness combined with mineral components. Hints of spice and floral aromas derive from the small contributions of many other traditional grape varieties in the blend -- "All of Vienna in One Wine." Food Pairing: Pairs perfectly with light summer dishes, fresh seafood, and traditional Viennese dishes. Beyond these easy pairings, however, the nature of the mixed planting produces a multifaceted wine that can pair well with many flavors.