Structure

Bodymedium
Acidityhigh
Sweetnessdry
Finishmedium
Oaklarge or old casks

Drinking window

Best 4 to 10 years from vintage.
vintage4 yrs10 yrs12 yrs

Critic scores

No critic score is published for this bottle that we can cite with a reviewer, a vintage and a review year, so none is shown. The rating in the header is our own.

In the glass

Medium-bodiedHigh acidityDryMedium finish

Aroma: ripe apple, pear, herb

Palate: linear, pure, fine

Mechthild is Gut Oggau's linear, pure Grüner Veltliner, part of the estate's premium illustrated-label range.

What it pairs with

  • White asparagus
    Herbal notes bridge asparagus's vegetal character.
  • Roasted white fish
    Pure, linear acidity suits a delicate fish dish.

Facts

Producer
Gut Oggau · visiting guide
Grapes
Grüner Veltliner
Classification
Leithaberg DAC
Oak
Large old oak casks, biodynamic (Demeter)
ABV
12.5%
Price
€85 at the winery
Drinking window
4-10 from vintage
Biodynamic
Biodynamic Practicing

Frequently asked about Mechthild

What does Mechthild taste like?

Mechthild is Gut Oggau's linear, pure Grüner Veltliner, part of the estate's premium illustrated-label range.

When should I drink Mechthild?

Drink within 4-10 from vintage, chilled and youthful for best freshness.

What food pairs with Mechthild?

White asparagus, Roasted white fish. Herbal notes bridge asparagus's vegetal character.

What grapes are in Mechthild?

Mechthild is made from Grüner Veltliner. It carries the classification Leithaberg DAC.

Tags

biodynamic dry gr ner veltliner high acid iconic medium body medium term mood elegant occasion dinner party old world pairs with pasta red sauce pairs with vegetable forward pairs with white fish price fine still white

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