Stift Klosterneuburg Klostersekt
About
The history of Klosterneuburg Monastery and its wine estate begins in 1114, it
is therefore the oldest wine estate in Austria. The winery cultivates 108 hectares
of vineyars and counts to the biggest and renowned wine estates of Austria.
The vineyards are situated in selected top locations in Klosterneuburg, Vienna,
Gumpoldskirchen and Tattendorf.
Since the year 2009 it is the first carbon neutral wine estate in Europe.
The classic KLOSTERSEKT is a blend of 60% Grüner Veltliner and 40% Welschriesling (Italian Riesling). The ripe grapes are harvested earlier to ensure an aromatic and fresh taste.
Style and Values
- Type: Bottle
- Closure: Cork
- ABV: 12.5%
- Country: Austria
- Vint: N/V
- Food Match : With it‘s elegant mousseux the Klostersekt can be enjoyed as an Aperitif or accompanies starters or desserts excellently.
- Tasting Notes:
This sparkling classic is characterized by a clear, fresh and fruity aromas of apples and lime on the nose. Due to a yeast contact of at least 9 months the Klostersekt displays an harmonious aroma expression on the palate.
- Grape Types: Grüner Veltliner, Welschriesling
