Description
Stift Göttweig has been engaged in wine-growing in the Kremstal region since the 11th century. The Göttweiger Messwein, or altar wine, has been an institution in this Benedictine monastery for centuries. Grüner Veltliner and Rose (from Pinot Noir) are vinified as light, dry wines. From the nature-friendly cultivation of the vineyards to the care and processing of the grapes and wine, the “Reinheitsgebot”, or purity law, of the church must be obeyed. Messwein cannot be produced without the permission of the bishop, and it must be only natural and unaltered. With its lowish alcohol, Messwein is the lightest wine – very easy and drinkable. A light, crisp gruner veltliner with tons of green-apple and white-pepper character. Good harmony for this low-alcohol category. Drink now. – Nick Stock, James Suckling The Finer Details Style – White Wine Varietal – Gruner Veltliner Country – Austria Region – Kremstal Vintage – 2020 Bottle Size – 750ml ABV – 12%