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2017 Kracher Burgenland Zweigelt Beerenauslese

2017 Kracher Burgenland Zweigelt Beerenauslese

97 WE

Featured Review
Vivid notes of plum tart and cinnamon play on the nose. On the palate, the intense sweetness is carried by lovely, tart and welcomed freshness. There is something tingling about this, and a lovely, tart, alluring bitterness. All is here in a totally compact, fresh, sweet package of surprising intensity. The finish lasts and lasts. Wine Enthusiast

Wine Enthusiast | 97 WE

Critic Reviews

Vivid notes of plum tart and cinnamon play on the nose. On the palate, the intense sweetness is carried by lovely, tart and welcomed freshness. There is something tingling about this, and a lovely, tart, alluring bitterness. All is here in a totally compact, fresh, sweet package of surprising intensity. The finish lasts and lasts.

Wine Enthusiast | 97 WE
A red BA? Yes, this crazy stuff has plenty of maraschino cherries and some cooked black plums! Taste like a crazy marriage of cherry-liqueur chocolates and a white BA. The touch of tannin helps the acidity to balance the full sweetness. Where is the blue cheese? Drink or hold.

James Suckling | 93 JS
The 2017 Zweigelt Beerenauslese offers a very delicate and elegant bouquet with reduced fruit aromas but floral notes. The palate is highly refined and filigreed, beautifully balanced and shows lovely plum and walnut flavors as well as delicate sweetness and a well-structured and stimulating finish. Absolutely delicious!

Robert Parker Wine Advocate | 92 RP

Wine Details for 2017 Kracher Burgenland Zweigelt Beerenauslese

Type of Wine Dessert Red
Varietal Zweigelt
Country Austria : The landlocked country of Austria, in the heart of Europe, is a land of breathtaking beauty; from its rolling hills, steep slopes and valleys to its many terraces and specific regional sites which possess features that belong to the visible charm of the country’s landscape. Hidden beneath the precious soils and rocks of this wondrous landscape, which may not be visible, but of great importance to winemaking is the life-blood of the land because it significantly influences the choice of grape variety and vineyard management. This geological and vinification symbiosis has become an incredible proficiency that Austrian winemakers have honed over a long period, creating wines that truly define the terroir.



Of all the major winegrowing regions in Austria, Wachau, Kremstal and Kamptal have certainly proved to be the finest locations for cultivating high quality grapes. These regions reside on the eastern part of the country, where the terroir and climate are perfectly attuned to the varietals cultivated. Lower elevations consist largely of rich, deep soils composed mostly of loess, giving way to heavy, fruit-forward wines. The many hilly and terraced vineyards are composed of free-draining gravel, which allows for the production of age-worthy wines.



Due to the country’s location and the presence of the Alps, there is very little Mediterranean influence, thus creating a strongly continental climate. Warming easterly breezes and high sunshine hours provide plenty of ripening opportunities for the grapes. Ripening happens slowly and evenly here, creating a balance between sugar and acidity in the grapes and, in turn, making balanced wines. However, the climate is still tempered by the presence of the Danube and the Neusidelersee Lake to the south, creating a myriad of micro-climates and further developing complex growing conditions.



Austria is renowned for its world-class production of Gruner Veltliner, its most important and most widely planted grape variety. It accounts for 32.5 percent of all vineyard space. In the past, the country was known for its sweet and botrytized version of the varietal, but producers have turned to making a more consumer-friendly, crisp, aromatic style. This modern approach has allowed its star varietal to be mentioned alongside some the finest whites on today’s market. Riesling ranks second among all white grapes grown. The finest examples of these two varietals hail from its three main growing regions (Wachau, Kremstal and Kamptal). White varieties truly dominate the country’s production; of the 44,913 hectares under vine, 30,300 are cultivated to white grape varieties, which include Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Welschriesling and Pinot Blanc (known here by its German name Weissburgunder).



Red wine production may be overshadowed, but to be overlooked. Red grape varieties, such as Blaufrankisch, Saint-Laurent, Pinot Noir (Blauburgunder) and its most prized red varietal, Zweigelt, flourish in the large Austrian region of Burgenland, producing wines of incredible intrigue. Zweigelt is the second most widely planted varietal in Austria, accounting for 13.9 percent of all vineyard space and produces richly colored wines with a deep, bright core of spiced cherry and raspberry flavors.



The Austrian wine industry has been molded not only by its prized terroir, but also by the talent and determination of its vintners. Producers such as Heidi Shrock and Weingut Prager have risen to world-class status and are commanding global recognition. Producers may be turning to modernized ways of appeasing ever-changing palates, but is also balancing it with traditional methods, retaining such classics as the sweet Ausbruch and Strohwein. Stricter wine laws and regulations have greatly improved the quality of winemaking and in the process, has garnered world-wide attention. Austrian producers are preserving an age old tradition that began over 2000 years ago, yet reforming it into one of the leading wine producing countries in the world.


Region Austria : Austrian winemaking has had ups and downs in its reputation. This inconsistency created a cloud of doubt that fortunately caused a full-on winemaking renaissance in this country. Today, Austria is a symbol of combining old with the new, its innovative approach to viticulture taking full advantage of the experience and knowledge collected over the years. As a result, this beautiful mountainous region now boasts some of the most pristine and elegant white wines in the world.

Its signature grape, Gruner Veltliner, can instantly be recognized by its citrusy undercurrents and sweet, charmingly fresh flavor profile. Austria brings plenty of fresh air into the world of traditional viticulture with this flagship wine that's closely followed by Riesling, especially from regions of Wachau, Kremstal and Kamptal.
Don't be surprised if you come across a wonderful Chardonnay, Welschriesling, Pinot Blanc or perhaps even a Sauvignon Blanc and learn it's from Austria; the country has done exemplary work around white wines and is finally receiving some overdue recognition for it. For red wine lovers, this region showcases a lovely selection that includes Blaufrankisch, Saint-Laurent, Zweigelt and Pinot Noir. These ripe, straightforward and spiced beauties can be cellared for decades, so you can drink them now or store for the next generations.

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