Weingut Schmelz ★ 4.1
The Schmelz family farm terraced plots above Joching on the south bank of the Danube and sell most of their wine direct to visitors and through local trade.
ClassificationWachau DAC
VarietalsGruner Veltliner, Riesling
Hectares14 ha
OwnerFamilie Lagler
NeighbourhoodJoching
Location
Address: Joching 37, 3610 Joching, Wachau
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