# Christoph Edelbauer Grüner Veltliner Langenlois (2023)

- **Producer:** Weingut Christoph Edelbauer
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Grüner Veltliner
- **Region:** Kamptal, Austria
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Average price:** €14
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 10–12 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** green apple, yellow apple, pear, dried herbs, grapefruit, apricot

## About this wine

The Christoph Edelbauer Grüner Veltliner Langenlois 2023 is a dry white wine from the Kamptal DAC appellation in Lower Austria. Produced by Weingut Christoph Edelbauer, the wine originates from vineyards in Langenlois, an area characterized by loess and clay soils. The producer is committed to organic viticulture. Christoph Edelbauer began his winemaking journey in 2003, and his winery, established in 2013, is situated within his vineyards in Langenlois. The wine is noted for its youthful, vibrant aromas and a distinctive peppery finish.

## Interesting facts

- Vineyards are cultivated organically.
- Winery built in 2013 amidst the vineyards.
- Christoph Edelbauer's first vintage was in 2003.
- Langenlois is known for loess and clay soils.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium acidity and citrus notes cut through richer elements like butter sauces and fatty proteins, while its herbal undertones complement fresh vegetables and herbs. The peppery finish provides a pleasant contrast to delicate seafood.

## Wine making process

The Christoph Edelbauer Grüner Veltliner Langenlois 2023 is produced using grapes cultivated organically. Following harvest, the grapes undergo fermentation in steel tanks. The wine is then aged in a combination of steel tanks and Austrian oak casks. This approach aims to preserve the varietal's characteristic freshness while allowing for subtle development.