# Ried Gaisberg Zöbing Riesling (2021)

- **Producer:** Weingut Hirsch
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Riesling
- **Region:** Niederösterreich, Austria
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Average price:** €35
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Aromas & flavours:** blossom, peach, grapefruit, lemon, honeysuckle, apricot, honey, petrol (gasoline), almond

## About this wine

The Weingut Hirsch Ried Gaisberg Zöbing Riesling 2021 is a single-vineyard wine from the Kamptal DAC region of Austria. Produced by the family-run Weingut Hirsch, which has a history dating back to 1878, this Riesling comes from the 'Erste Lage' Gaisberg vineyard. The vineyard's location around Zöbing features terraces with Urgestein soils, contributing to the wine's minerality. Weingut Hirsch practices biodynamic viticulture, emphasizing a connection with nature in their winemaking.

## Interesting facts

- Gaisberg is an 'Erste Lage' (First Growth) vineyard.
- Weingut Hirsch was the first Austrian winery to use Stelvin closures for all wines.
- The vineyard soils are a mix of gneiss and amphibolite.
- The winery is certified biodynamic and 'Respekt' certified.

## Food pairing

The wine's inherent acidity cuts through the richness of dishes like pork belly and creamy sauces, while its mineral notes complement the delicate flavors of seafood. The subtle fruit notes can bridge with the sweetness of scallops or the earthiness of mushrooms.

## Wine making process

Weingut Hirsch employs biodynamic farming practices, emphasizing a close relationship with nature. Their winemaking philosophy centers on allowing the wine to express its inherent individuality, with minimal intervention in the cellar. The winery is known for its innovative approach, including being the first in Austria to use Stelvin closures for all its wines and strategically delaying the bottling and release of its top-tier wines.