Biohof Pratsch Weinviertel, Niederösterreich ARGENTINA AUSTRALIA Austria

Grüner Veltliner

Biohof Pratsch is a relative- Grüner Veltliner 1 Liter 2013 Grüner Veltliner ly small, 13.5 hectare estate comprised of 13 single vine- Made with Organic Weinviertel DAC 2012 “Crisp green pear, a touch of lemon and even “Stefan Prätsch began making the at his yards in the Niederosterreich some of that much-vaunted pepperiness find their family’s estate in 2000, when he was 15. He’s the AUSTRIA CHILE FRANCE GERMANY ITALY NEW ZEALAND PORTUGAL SPAIN UNITED STATES region (Lower Austria) all way into this unobtrusive but refreshing white, eighth generation to work the vines, in maintained under certified which also boasts some welcome spritz.” that have always been farmed without any chem- organic certification since 88 points, “Best Buy” ical inputs. Perhaps that’s what gives this its 1995 by the Pratsch family, vitality, a mineral snap that sends its limey flavor Wilhelm and Anneliese and Wine Enthusiast 08/14 soaring like the spritz let off from a citrus peel their son, Stefan. 88 points, “Best Buy” twist. Its mouthwatering and thirst-quenching at Wine & Spirits 08/14 once, a bright, cool taste of this often underesti- Green harvesting and high Certified Organic by Austria Bio Garantie. mated region in Austria’s northeast.” density planting control yields UPC # 0 89832 22427 3 90 points and ensure grapes of the high- est quality are brought to Wine & Spirits 04/14 the in pristine condi- Certified Organic by Austria Bio Garantie. tion. They are transported in UPC # 0 89832 22952 0 small crates, where they are gently pressed and ferment- ed in stainless steel, very-low temperature fermentations (16°C/ 60°F), frequently un- der a blanket of inert gas, to guarantee the most intense varietal aromatics remain in the wines.

All of this attention to detail and dedication to the purity of the land by Stefan and the Pratsch family is translated directly into the quality of the wines that are a true reflec- tion of their .

Grüner Veltliner Grüner Veltliner Rotenpüllen 2012 Niederösterreich 2013 “Zesty, grippy, dry and flinty are words that spring Herbal, fresh, spicy, white pepper, apple and to mind for this straight-laced, very zingy white. citrus on the palate. It shows little more fruit than lime and Meyer Certified Organic by Austria Bio Garantie. lemon right now, but that makes it refreshing and UPC # 0 89832 22959 9 a winner with seafood.” 89 points Wine Enthusiast 03/14 “. Excellent: delicately flavored, full bodied, and well balanced; a Gruner with grapefruit, lime, and apple aromas/flavors, with overtones of peach and lemon grass. Fine value. Organically grown grapes. Aged 8 months on the lees.” + 4+/5 STARS Ronn Wiegand’s Restaurant Wine Certified Organic by Austria Bio Garantie. UPC # 0 89832 22951 3

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Rosé, Zweigelt, , Grüner Veltliner

Biohof Pratsch is a relative- Rosé 2012 Zweigelt 1 Liter 2011 ly small, 13.5 hectare estate comprised of 13 single vine- Made with Organic Grapes Made with Organic Grapes “This pours such a pleasing, vibrant pink color, “This wine is marked by straightforward red fruit yards in the Niederosterreich with a fruity nose of fresh strawberries. It’s like flavors, light tannins, a touch of stalkiness and AUSTRIA CHILE FRANCE GERMANY ITALY NEW ZEALAND PORTUGAL SPAIN UNITED STATES region (Lower Austria) all eating strawberries dressed in lemon juice: refresh- a spicy edge. It’s a great wine for barbecues this maintained under certified ing, deceptively easy and simple. If you are looking summer. Screwcap.” organic certification since for refreshment and charm, this is your wine.” 85 points 1995 by the Pratsch family, 88 points, “Best Buy” Wilhelm and Anneliese and Wine Enthusiast 09/13 their son, Stefan. Wine Enthusiast 03/14 “Screw cap. Full bodied, dry, and spicy and fruity “Screw cap. Medium full pink color. Round and in flavor, this is a well balanced, very lightly oaked Green harvesting and high full bodied, this rose has fine depth of fruit, good wine with a medium long finish, tasting of cran- density planting control yields balance, and a long, lightly tannic finish. It tastes berry, herbs, toast, pepper, plum, and red currant. and ensure grapes of the high- cherry, plum, melon, and red currant. Excellent Excellent value. [2013-2015].” est quality are brought to value. Organically grown grapes.”  4/5 STARS the winery in pristine condi- + 4+/5 STARS Ronn Wiegand’s tion. They are transported in Ronn Wiegand’s Restaurant Wine Restaurant Wine [Issues 150-151] small crates, where they are Certified Organic by Austria Bio Garantie. gently pressed and ferment- 2013 “This barely salmon-colored charmer of- UPC # 0 89832 22955 1 ed in stainless steel, very-low fers citrus freshness in a delicate frame. It makes temperature fermentations a light sundowner-sip and ideal apéritif.” (16°C/ 60°F), frequently un- 88 points, “Best Buy” der a blanket of inert gas, to Wine Enthusiast 08/14 guarantee the most intense “A rosé of zweigelt, this is soft and delicate, the varietal aromatics remain in ripe strawberry flavors offset by lightly bitter the wines. herbal notes. To chill for schnitzel sandwiches.” 87 points, “Best Buy”, All of this attention to detail “Year’s Best” and dedication to the purity of the land by Stefan and the Wine & Spirits 08/14 Pratsch family is translated Certified Organic by Austria Bio Garantie. directly into the quality of the UPC # 0 89832 22957 5 wines that are a true reflec- tion of their terroir.

Riesling Lange Ried 2011 Made with Organic Grapes “Soft and fragrant, this is a warm feeling Riesling. Of course, it has fine, steely acidity but it also has a riper fruity character, white fruits, hedgerow fla- vors and an edgy feel.” 88 points Wine Enthusiast 09/13 Grüner Veltliner Niederösterreich Keg 2013 2012 “An enticing mix of lime zest and very ripe, juicy pear present the first impression Made with Organic Grapes and unite in a linear, racy palate. As the wine 20L one-way fully recyclable keg produced by Petainer, equivalent to 26 bottles of 750ml wine. opens in the glass, spicier edges appear: apricot Certified Organic by Austria Bio Garantie. kernels and marzipan make an appearance and UPC # 0 89832 22957 5 promise future flavour development. With thrill- ingly fresh acidity and a lip-smacking finish, it’s almost irresistible now, but with this sort of con- centration certainly also good for laying down.” 89 points Wine Enthusiast 03/14 Certified Organic by Austria Bio Garantie. UPC # 0 89832 22953 7

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