2009 Weingut Brundlmayer Kamptaler Terrassen Riesling

2009 Weingut Brundlmayer Kamptaler Terrassen Riesling

I paired this Austrian wine with lobster this past weekend and loved how the clean, mineral flavor cut right through the rich crustacean.

The nose on this Riesling is lemony and with floral and nectarine notes.  In the mouth, it’s fresh and crisp with a zippy, dry and mineral finish.

I loved the 2009 Weingut Brundlmayer Kamptaler Terrassen Riesling with lobster, but it would be great with most seafood, grilled fish and spicy Asian dishes.

Around $25.

2007 Loimer Riesling Langenlois Terrassen

2007 Loimer Riesling Langenlois Terrassen

Loimer Riesling

I first had the pleasure of sampling this outstanding wine at an Austrian wine event I attended in New York.  Although I’d tasted over 30 wines that day, this Riesling, from the Kamptal region of Austria, stood out from the pack and I was thrilled to find it readily available at several stores in my area.

The nose of the 2007 Loimer Riesling is of ripe apple and juicy peach. Peach turns to pear and ripe apple to baked apple on the palate.  This wine is concentrated, luscious and rich with spicy undertones.  The finish is long with mineral notes and nice acidity.

Around $29.