NV Weninger Ponzichter XXII.XXVIII

A blend of Pinot Noir and Zwiegelt, all farmed organically and biodynamically. This ‘Ponzichter’ (which means “bean grower”) blend takes its name from a word the Hungarian-speaking people of Sopron used to refer to German-speaking winegrowers in the border region who would grow beans between the rows of vines. The fruit is sourced from Weninger’s estate vineyards in both Austria and Hungary- hence the “European Wine” designation. Hand harvested, native yeast fermented, low intervention in the cellar. Aged in 40-year-old oak barrels for 18 months, where it undergoes natural malolactic fermentation. Bottled unfined and unfiltered with no sulphur additions- totally zero/zero and natural! 12.5% alcohol.

Tasting Notes

This light and quaffable red combines the floral aromatics of a summer meadow with bright red fruit, blueberries, a hint of funk, light spice and herbal notes. Dry with medium acidity and fine tannins. Fans of Jura reds will find a lot to like here.

About Weninger

Franz Weninger’s family has farmed land in Horitschon, Central Burgenland, for close to two centuries, and on both sides of the border of Austria and Hungary since 1992. A very thoughtful winemaker, Franz writes extensively on his website about every aspect of the winegrowing and winemaking process. He follows biodynamic principles in the vineyard and the winery, with no crop-thinning, no batonnage, and no added sulfites. His aim is to support the growth of healthy vines that naturally produce a lower yield, resulting in a deeper concentration of flavor accompanied by the taste of the natural fermentation process the juice undergoes.