Nikolaihof (low sulfite, biodynamic) ★ 4.7
Nikolaihof's Demeter-certified biodynamic approach limits sulfur dioxide use; the estate's wines are among the lower-sulfite examples in the Wachau, though not zero-sulfur.
ClassificationWachau DAC
VarietalsGruner Veltliner, Riesling
Natural wineYes
NeighbourhoodMautern
Location
Address: Nikolaigasse 3, 3512 Mautern an der Donau, Wachau
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