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The steep gneiss terraces of Achleithen are perfect for Riesling. When first tasted last year, this wine seemed surprisingly approachable, but it has now become more reticent and austere. It opened up a day later to show some lightly toasty nuances. The attack is firmer too; tight and nutty, with fine concentration and more weight of fruit than Hochrain. It's packed with stony extract, and although the acidity is not that pronounced, it has structure and grip. There's admirable depth of flavour and a restrained power. Although not overtly fruity, it revels in a creamy texture on the long finish.

Riesling

Rudi Pichler, Weissenkirchen Ried Achleithen Riesling, Smaragd, Wachau, Niederösterreich, Austria, 2018

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The steep gneiss terraces of Achleithen are perfect for Riesling. When first tasted last year, this wine seemed surprisingly app

Unoaked

Rudi Pichler, Weissenkirchen Ried Achleithen Riesling, Smaragd, Wachau, Austria, 2018

Rudi Pichler, Weissenkirchen Ried Achleithen Riesling, Smaragd, Wachau, Austria, 2018

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