What it pairs with

  • Grilled trout with almonds
    Light, refreshing acidity and pepper note pair seamlessly with delicate freshwater fish.
  • Cucumber salad
    Fresh and herbal wine complements the cool, light salad.
  • Antipasti platter
    Versatile food wine; acidity bridges marinated vegetables and charcuterie.

History

The Federspiel tier was established by Vinea Wachau as the everyday drinking category (12-12.5% abv), accessible and meant for early consumption. Knoll's Federspiel Grüner demonstrates the estate's quality-first philosophy extends to every tier.

  1. 1983 — Federspiel tier formally defined by Vinea Wachau Nobilis Districtus; Knoll's entry-level Grüner becomes a flagship of the category

Facts

Producer
Weingut Emmerich Knoll
Grapes
Grüner Veltliner
Classification
Wachau DAC
Oak
Stainless steel; no oak
ABV
12.0%
Price
€20-35 at retail
Drinking window
2-6 from vintage
First vintage
1980

Tags

dry gr ner veltliner high acid medium body medium term mood easygoing mood refreshing occasion aperitivo occasion weeknight old world pairs with aperitif pairs with salad pairs with white fish price trade up still white
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