In the glass
Aroma: lime blossom, citrus zest, fresh mineral, light floral
Palate: citrus, green apple, mineral freshness, clean dry finish
Light, refreshing Riesling Federspiel from Özelt's Spitz estate: lime blossom and mineral freshness at low alcohol for everyday drinking.
What it pairs with
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Prawn cocktail
Light citrus Riesling is a classic partner for simple prawn preparations. -
Cucumber and herb salad
Fresh and mineral, ideal for light cool salads. -
Aperitif with olives and bread
Light, refreshing entry wine for relaxed Heurigen-style eating.
How to serve Özelt Riesling Federspiel Spitz
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, Cucumber and herb salad, Aperitif with olives and bread. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
The Riesling Federspiel is Özelt's accessible entry-level wine, sold alongside the estate's Smaragd tier at the Heurigen and through direct sales.
- 1988 — First Riesling Federspiel produced for direct sales and the Özelt Heurigen
Facts
- Producer
- Weingut Özelt
- Grapes
- Riesling
- Classification
- Wachau DAC
- Oak
- Stainless steel; no oak
- ABV
- 11.5%
- Price
- €18-28 at retail
- Drinking window
- 1-5 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1988
Frequently asked about Özelt Riesling Federspiel Spitz
What does Özelt Riesling Federspiel Spitz taste like?
On the nose, lime blossom, citrus zest, fresh mineral, light floral. On the palate, citrus, green apple, mineral freshness, clean dry finish. Structurally light-bodied, low tannins, high acidity with a clean and refreshing finish. Light, refreshing Riesling Federspiel from Özelt's Spitz estate: lime blossom and mineral freshness at low alcohol for everyday drinking.
When should I drink Özelt Riesling Federspiel Spitz?
Drink 1-5 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Özelt Riesling Federspiel Spitz?
Prawn cocktail is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Cucumber and herb salad and Aperitif with olives and bread. Light citrus Riesling is a classic partner for simple prawn preparations.
What grapes are in Özelt Riesling Federspiel Spitz?
The blend is Riesling. The wine is classified as Wachau DAC.