{"product_id":"loimer-langenlois-gruner-veltliner-2021-750ml","title":"Loimer Langenlois Grüner Veltliner 2021 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFred Loimer started working with his father Alfred in 1988 after completing his studies at Klosterneuburg with stints in Germany’s Nahe and Walter Schug winery in California. Fred took full control of his family’s estate in 1997 and purchased the cellar of the Haindorf Castle on the outskirts of Langenlois. He then constructed a hyper-modern black cube on top of the old cellar symbolizing his aesthetic for modern elegance. Fred began practicing biodynamics in 2006 and is a founding member of Respekt, a certifying body for biodynamic viticulture in Austria. His wines are among the very best examples of Grüner Veltliner and Riesling in the Kamptal. In 2002, he was named “Winemaker of the Year” by Austria's Falstaff wine magazine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLocation of Vineyard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeingut Loimer consists of 65 hectares farmed entirely by biodynamic principals. His estate near Langenlois in the Kamptal region includes several Erste Lage, which are vineyards classified as “premier cru” by the prestigious Traditionsweingüter. Grüner Veltliners from Spiegel and Käferberg, and Rieslings from Seeberg, Steinmassal, and Heiligenstein are identified as Erste Lage with the symbol 1ÖTW. Following the appellation structure of the Traditionsweingüter, \"Ortswein\" (village wines) highlight the character of Fred’s home village Langenlois, while \"Gebietswein\" (regional wines) such as Lois Grüner Veltliner and Lenz Riesling, reflect the quality and value of the Danube Valley. Fred also leases vines in Gumpoldskirchen where he produces Pinot Noir, Traminer, and the local specialty, Zierfandler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWinemaking Philosophy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFred made a name for himself in the late 1990s producing incredibly rich and exotic wines using stainless-steel tanks and small barrels for vinification. His ideas about winemaking began to evolve in 1999 when he returned to traditional large wooden casks and sought to produce balanced wines with greater terroir expression. Fred now believes that more sediment during vinification results in better spontaneous fermentation and the resulting wines have a greater potential for long aging. Single-vineyard wines are aged in 2500-liter acacia barrels and spend extended time on their lees. His philosophy is one of non-intervention and patience. “If we have one helping hand in the cellar,” says Fred, “it’s time.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFred Loimer’s wines are among the very best examples of Grüner Veltliner and Riesling in Austria. He began practicing biodynamics in 2006 and is a founding member of Respekt, a certifying body for biodynamic viticulture. His estate near the village of Langenlois in the Kamptal region includes several prestigious single-vineyards, and his winery is a model of modern efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.4; margin: 0px 0px 1.5rem; color: #32393d; font-family: TransatStandard, sans-serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"box-sizing: border-box; -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.4; margin: 0px 0px 1.5rem; color: #32393d; font-family: TransatStandard, sans-serif;\"\u003eWines intended for immediate enjoyment are vinified in stainless-steel tanks while single-vineyard wines are aged in traditional large barrels and spend an extended time maturing on their lees. His philosophy is one of non-intervention and patience. “If we have one helping hand in the cellar,” says Fred, “it’s time.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.4; margin: 0px 0px 1.5rem; color: #32393d; font-family: TransatStandard, sans-serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"box-sizing: border-box; -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.4; margin: 0px 0px 1.5rem; color: #32393d; font-family: TransatStandard, sans-serif;\"\u003eGrüner Veltliner Langenlois Kamptal DAC is intended to be a transparent snapshot of the varietal, the vintage, and most importantly the Kamptal itself. The Kamptal’s loess and loam terraces combine with the warm Pannonian climate and fresh forest air to provide optimal growing conditions for Grüner Veltliner. Vinification is by spontaneous fermentation in stainless-steel tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"field-label\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; margin-top: 0.75rem; margin-bottom: 0.25rem; font-family: adobe-caslon-pro, serif; font-weight: bold; line-height: 1.1; font-size: 1.9rem; color: #32393d;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"box-sizing: border-box; -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; margin-top: 0.75rem; margin-bottom: 0.25rem; font-family: adobe-caslon-pro, serif; font-weight: bold; line-height: 1.1; font-size: 1.9rem; color: #32393d;\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.4; margin: 0px 0px 1.5rem; color: #32393d; font-family: TransatStandard, sans-serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"box-sizing: border-box; -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.4; margin: 0px 0px 1.5rem; color: #32393d; font-family: TransatStandard, sans-serif;\"\u003eGrüner Veltliner is the signature grape of Austria and produces a dry white wine with savory aromas, spicy flavors, and good acidity. Young Grüner Veltliner is fresh-tasting with notes of green apple, lemon, radish, and arugula. Lighter styles of Grüner Veltliner are intended for immediate drinking, while more structured examples can age for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"field-label\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; margin-top: 0.75rem; margin-bottom: 0.25rem; font-family: adobe-caslon-pro, serif; font-weight: bold; line-height: 1.1; font-size: 1.9rem; color: #32393d;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"box-sizing: border-box; -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; margin-top: 0.75rem; margin-bottom: 0.25rem; font-family: adobe-caslon-pro, serif; font-weight: bold; line-height: 1.1; font-size: 1.9rem; color: #32393d;\"\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.4; margin: 0px 0px 1.5rem; color: #32393d; font-family: TransatStandard, sans-serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"box-sizing: border-box; -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; font-size: 1.15rem; line-height: 1.4; margin: 0px 0px 1.5rem; color: #32393d; font-family: TransatStandard, sans-serif;\"\u003eGrüner Veltliner’s bright acidity and savory character make it an ideal partner to mildly spiced Vietnamese, Thai, and Chinese dishes. Fish and shellfish are accented by Grüner Veltliner’s citrus and mineral profile while its acidity cuts the richness of pork or ham. It can also work well with foods that are difficult to pair such as bitter greens and asparagus.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Loimer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43838825693408,"sku":"114922","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0649\/9713\/0464\/products\/loimer-langenlois-gruner-veltliner_1.jpg?v=1675453304","url":"https:\/\/www.mywineconnection.com\/products\/loimer-langenlois-gruner-veltliner-2021-750ml","provider":"My Wine Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}