What it pairs with
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Grilled asparagus with lemon dressing
Classic Riesling and asparagus pairing; the wine's acidity lifts the lemon notes. -
Light fish pate
Fresh mineral character complements a light fish pate. -
Wachau apricot tart
The floral mineral notes echo the apricot blossom character of the filling.
How to serve Riesling Federspiel
Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
- Serve at 8-10°C. Cellar temperature (8-10°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a smaller all-purpose white glass; the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Grilled asparagus with lemon dressing, Light fish pate, Wachau apricot tart. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
Denk's Federspiel Riesling is the estate's entry-level white for everyday enjoyment in Weissenkirchen.
- 2004 — Federspiel Riesling first produced by Denk
Facts
- Producer
- Weingut Ferdinand Denk
- Grapes
- Riesling
- Classification
- Wachau DAC
- Oak
- Stainless steel; no oak
- ABV
- 12.0%
- Price
- EUR 12-20 at retail
- Drinking window
- 1-4 from vintage
- First vintage
- 2004
Frequently asked about Riesling Federspiel
When should I drink Riesling Federspiel?
Drink 1-4 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Riesling Federspiel?
Grilled asparagus with lemon dressing is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Light fish pate and Wachau apricot tart. Classic Riesling and asparagus pairing; the wine's acidity lifts the lemon notes.
What grapes are in Riesling Federspiel?
The blend is Riesling. The wine is classified as Wachau DAC.