What it pairs with
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Baked trout with butter and lemon
The wine's citrus and mineral profile complements the simple preparation of fresh trout. -
Asparagus risotto
Mineral freshness and medium weight balance the starchy richness. -
Camembert with herb crust
The citrus and herb notes of the wine lift the creamy cheese.
How to serve Riesling Smaragd Drei Weingarten
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. Baked trout with butter and lemon, Asparagus risotto, Camembert with herb crust. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
Lagler's Drei Weingarten (Three Vineyards) Riesling is a multi-parcel blend showcasing the diversity of Spitz-area Riesling sites. The name reflects the blending of three of the estate's Riesling parcels.
- 1995 — Drei Weingarten Riesling Smaragd first bottled by Lagler
Facts
- Producer
- Weingut Lagler
- Grapes
- Riesling
- Classification
- Wachau DAC
- Oak
- Stainless steel; no oak
- ABV
- 13.0%
- Price
- EUR 30-45 at retail
- Drinking window
- 4-14 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1995
Frequently asked about Riesling Smaragd Drei Weingarten
When should I drink Riesling Smaragd Drei Weingarten?
Drink 4-14 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Riesling Smaragd Drei Weingarten?
Baked trout with butter and lemon is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Asparagus risotto and Camembert with herb crust. The wine's citrus and mineral profile complements the simple preparation of fresh trout.
What grapes are in Riesling Smaragd Drei Weingarten?
The blend is Riesling. The wine is classified as Wachau DAC.