What it pairs with
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Prawn cocktail
Light citrus acidity cuts through the prawn and sauce; the wine refreshes between bites. -
Vegetable sushi
Delicate citrus mineral notes are a classic partner for vegetable-forward Japanese cuisine. -
Light fish terrine
Mineral freshness matches delicate seafood preparations without overpowering.
How to serve Emmerich Knoll 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. Prawn cocktail, Vegetable sushi, Light fish terrine. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
The Federspiel Riesling is Knoll's most accessible and early-drinking wine: lighter in style, lower in alcohol and intended for consumption within a few years. It demonstrates that the estate applies rigour to all quality tiers.
- 1983 — Vinea Wachau Federspiel category codified; Knoll Riesling Federspiel becomes an estate-level entry cuvée
Facts
- Producer
- Weingut Emmerich Knoll
- Grapes
- Riesling
- Classification
- Wachau DAC
- Oak
- Stainless steel; no oak
- ABV
- 11.5%
- Price
- €22-38 at retail
- Drinking window
- 2-6 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1983
Frequently asked about Emmerich Knoll Riesling Federspiel
When should I drink Emmerich Knoll Riesling Federspiel?
Drink 2-6 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Emmerich Knoll Riesling Federspiel?
Prawn cocktail is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Vegetable sushi and Light fish terrine. Light citrus acidity cuts through the prawn and sauce; the wine refreshes between bites.
What grapes are in Emmerich Knoll Riesling Federspiel?
The blend is Riesling. The wine is classified as Wachau DAC.