Biohof Pratsch Biohof Niederösterreich Weinviertel, Niederösterreich 2012 Apple Pepper, White Spicy, Fresh, Herbal, Palate
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Argentina Biohof Pratsch Weinviertel, Niederösterreich Austria Australia Grüner Veltliner, Riesling, Rosé, Zweigelt Biohof Pratsch is a rela- Grüner Veltliner 1 Liter 2012 Grüner Veltliner tively small, 13.5 hect- Made with Organic Grapes Weinviertel DAC 2012 Austria are estate comprised of “A very crisp wine, with a fine miner- “Stefan Prätsch began making the 13 single vineyards in the al texture, this pulls in the direction of wines at his family’s estate in 2000, Niederosterreich region green fruits, citrus and a tangy, zesty when he was 15. He’s the eighth gen- (Lower Austria) all main- character. Brisk and fragrant, it needs eration to work the vines, in vineyards tained under certified or- another few months to be at its best. that have always been farmed without ganic certification since Screwcap.” any chemical inputs. Perhaps that’s Canada 1995 by the Pratsch fam- 86 points what gives this wine its vitality, a min- ily, Wilhelm and Anneliese Wine Enthusiast 09/13 eral snap that sends its limey flavor and their son, Stefan. soaring like the spritz let off from a cit- “Fresh and lively, here’s a wine by the rus peel twist. Its mouthwatering and liter to stock up on for summer drink- Green harvesting and thirst-quenching at once, a bright, cool ing. It’s limey and herbal with a Chile high density planting con- taste of this often underestimated re- quenching acidity; for anything doused trol yields and ensure gion in Austria’s northeast.” in chimichurri.” grapes of the highest qual- 90 points Wine & Spirits 04/14 88 points, “Best Buy” (04/14), ity are brought to the Certified Organic by Austria Bio Garantie. (06/14) winery in pristine condi- “Top 100 Value” UPC # 0 89832 22952 0 France tion. They are transport- Wine & Spirits ed in small crates, where 2013 “Crisp green pear, a touch of they are gently pressed lemon and even some of that much- and fermented in stainless vaunted pepperiness find their way into steel, very-low tempera- this unobtrusive but refreshing white, ture fermentations (16°C/ Germany which also boasts some welcome spritz.” 60°F), frequently under a blanket of inert gas, to 88 points, “Best Buy” guarantee the most in- Wine Enthusiast 08/14 tense varietal aromatics 88 points, “Best Buy” remain in the wines. Wine & Spirits 08/14 Certified Organic by Austria Bio Garantie. Italy All of this attention to de- UPC # 0 89832 22427 3 tail and dedication to the purity of the land by Ste- fan and the Pratsch family is translated directly into New Zealand the quality of the wines that are a true reflection of their terroir. Grüner Veltliner Grüner Veltliner Niederösterreich 2012 Rotenpüllen 2012 Portugal Herbal, fresh, spicy, white pepper, apple “Zesty, grippy, dry and flinty are words and citrus on the palate. that spring to mind for this straight- Certified Organic by Austria Bio Garantie. laced, very zingy white. It shows little UPC # 0 89832 22959 9 more fruit than lime and Meyer lemon right now, but that makes it refreshing and a winner with seafood.” Spain 89 points Wine Enthusiast 03/14 “Screw cap. Excellent: delicately fla- vored, full bodied, and well balanced; a Gruner with grapefruit, lime, and apple aromas/flavors, with overtones of peach United States and lemon grass. Fine value. Organi- cally grown grapes. Aged 8 months on the lees.” imported by + 4+/5 STARS Winesellers, Ltd. Ronn Wiegand’s Restaurant Wine p: 847.647.1100 Certified Organic by Austria Bio Garantie. f: 847.647.2110 www.winesellersltd.com UPC # 0 89832 22951 3 Argentina Biohof Pratsch Weinviertel, Niederösterreich Austria Australia Grüner Veltliner, Riesling, Rosé, Zweigelt Biohof Pratsch is a rela- Rosé 2012 Zweigelt 1 Liter 2011 tively small, 13.5 hect- Made with Organic Grapes Made with Organic Grapes Austria are estate comprised of “This pours such a pleasing, vibrant “This wine is marked by straightforward 13 single vineyards in the pink color, with a fruity nose of fresh red fruit flavors, light tannins, a touch Niederosterreich region strawberries. It’s like eating strawber- of stalkiness and a spicy edge. It’s a (Lower Austria) all main- ries dressed in lemon juice: refreshing, great wine for barbecues this summer. tained under certified or- deceptively easy and simple. If you are Screwcap.” ganic certification since looking for refreshment and charm, 85 points Wine Enthusiast 09/13 Canada 1995 by the Pratsch fam- this is your wine.” “Screw cap. Full bodied, dry, and spicy ily, Wilhelm and Anneliese 88 points, “Best Buy” and fruity in flavor, this is a well bal- and their son, Stefan. anced, very lightly oaked wine with a Wine Enthusiast 03/14 “Screw cap. Medium full pink color. medium long finish, tasting of cranber- Green harvesting and ry, herbs, toast, pepper, plum, and red Round and full bodied, this rose has Chile high density planting con- fine depth of fruit, good balance, and a currant. Excellent value. [2013-2015].” trol yields and ensure long, lightly tannic finish. It tastes cher- 4/5 STARS grapes of the highest qual- ry, plum, melon, and red currant. Excel- Ronn Wiegand’s ity are brought to the lent value. Organically grown grapes.” Restaurant Wine [Issues 150-151] winery in pristine condi- France tion. They are transport- + 4+/5 STARS Certified Organic by Austria Bio Garantie. ed in small crates, where Ronn Wiegand’s Restaurant Wine UPC # 0 89832 22955 1 they are gently pressed 2013 “This barely salmon-colored and fermented in stainless charmer offers citrus freshness in a steel, very-low tempera- delicate frame. It makes a light sund- ture fermentations (16°C/ owner-sip and ideal apéritif.” Germany 60°F), frequently under 88 points, “Best Buy” a blanket of inert gas, to guarantee the most in- Wine Enthusiast 08/14 tense varietal aromatics “A rosé of zweigelt, this is soft and deli- remain in the wines. cate, the ripe strawberry flavors offset by lightly bitter herbal notes. To chill for All of this attention to de- schnitzel sandwiches.” Italy tail and dedication to the 87 points, “Best Buy”, purity of the land by Ste- “Year’s Best” fan and the Pratsch family Wine & Spirits 08/14 is translated directly into Certified Organic by Austria Bio Garantie. New Zealand the quality of the wines UPC # 0 89832 22957 5 that are a true reflection of their terroir. Riesling Lange Ried 2011 Grüner Veltliner Made with Organic Grapes Niederösterreich Keg 2012 “Soft and fragrant, this is a warm feeling Made with Organic Grapes Riesling. Of course, it has fine, steely 20L one-way fully recyclable keg Portugal acidity but it also has a riper fruity produced by Petainer, equivalent character, white fruits, hedgerow flavors to 26 bottles of 750ml wine. and an edgy feel.” Certified Organic by Austria Bio Garantie. 88 points Wine Enthusiast 09/13 UPC # 0 89832 22957 5 2012 “An enticing mix of lime zest and very ripe, juicy pear present the first Spain impression and unite in a linear, racy palate. As the wine opens in the glass, spicier edges appear: apricot kernels and marzipan make an appearance and United States promise future flavour development. With thrillingly fresh acidity and a lip- smacking finish, it’s almost irresistible now, but with this sort of concentration imported by certainly also good for laying down.” Winesellers, Ltd. 89 points Wine Enthusiast 03/14 p: 847.647.1100 f: 847.647.2110 Certified Organic by Austria Bio Garantie. www.winesellersltd.com UPC # 0 89832 22953 7.