# Grüner Veltliner Bergdistel Smaragd (2022)

- **Producer:** Weingut Tegernseerhof
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Grüner Veltliner
- **Region:** Niederösterreich, Austria
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €25
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 10–12 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** grapefruit, melon, black pepper, lemon, sweet mint, peach, iodine, marine salt, almond

## About this wine

The Weingut Tegernseerhof Grüner Veltliner Bergdistel Smaragd 2022 is a single-varietal Grüner Veltliner from Austria's Wachau region, classified as Smaragd, the highest tier for dry wines. The Mittelbach family has owned the estate, one of Austria's oldest, since 1176. Winemaker Martin Mittelbach leads the estate, emphasizing a dry, precise style. The 'Bergdistel' vineyard, located in Weisenkirchen and Loiben, features soils primarily composed of acidic bedrock, contributing to the wine's distinct character.

## Interesting facts

- Estate has been family-owned since 1176.
- Smaragd is the highest quality classification for dry Wachau wines.
- Vineyards are farmed organically and certified.
- The name 'Bergdistel' translates to 'mountain thistle'.

## Food pairing

The wine's crisp acidity and minerality cut through the richness of creamy sauces and fatty proteins, while its subtle herbal and peppery notes complement lighter meats and seafood. The clean finish makes it versatile for dishes with delicate flavors.

## Wine making process

The Grüner Veltliner Bergdistel grapes are hand-harvested and rigorously sorted. Fermentation takes place naturally in stainless steel vats. Following fermentation, the wine is aged exclusively in stainless steel. This approach is designed to highlight the wine's focus and minerality. The estate practices organic farming and has been certified since the early 2020s.