What it pairs with
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Wachau apricot dumplings (Marillenknodel)
Apricot blossom in the wine and in the dish echo each other perfectly. -
Light river fish with herbs
Citrus freshness and light body complement delicate freshwater fish. -
Apricot jam on fresh bread
The estate also produces apricots; this pairing is genuinely local.
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. Wachau apricot dumplings (Marillenknodel), Light river fish with herbs, Apricot jam on fresh bread. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
Muthenthaler's Riesling Federspiel is produced alongside their apricot orchard; the apricot blossom from the estate in spring is said to influence the aromatic character of the nearby Riesling vines.
- 2005 — Riesling Federspiel first bottled by Muthenthaler
Facts
- Producer
- Wein und Obstbau Muthenthaler
- 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
- 2005
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?
Wachau apricot dumplings (Marillenknodel) is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Light river fish with herbs and Apricot jam on fresh bread. Apricot blossom in the wine and in the dish echo each other perfectly.
What grapes are in Riesling Federspiel?
The blend is Riesling. The wine is classified as Wachau DAC.