austrian wines

Wines: Vulgo Ritter 2021 Sauvignon Blanc and 2021 Pinot Noir

Ever wondered what would happen when an industrial engineer trades her blueprints for a vineyard? Our guest, Sabine David, did just that, and today we get to taste the fruits of her courageous switch. Sabine, the co-owner of Vulgo Ritter, invites us on a sensory tour of the Austrian wine country, sharing the story behind her 2021 Sauvignon Blanc and 2021 Pinot Noir.

Sabine's journey is a transformation from the tech-savvy world to the rustic charm of winemaking. Listen as she shares her bold move from engineering to renovating an abandoned farm into a bustling vineyard. Sabine's unique approach to winemaking, influenced by her engineering background and her mentor, Evan Gatna, showcases how innovation can reshape traditional crafts. She's even got a sustainable certification and plans to make the vineyard biologically produced!

But what's a wine exploration without a tasting?  We have the treat of sampling Vulgo Ritter's award-winning wines. We learn about the distinctive qualities of Austrian wines, the tale behind the farm's unique name, and the rich history of winemaking in Austria. As we swirl, sniff, and sip, we rate these wines using our unique cork rating system.

So, pour yourself a glass and join us as we toast to the inspiring journey of Sabine David and the irresistible flavors of Vulgo Ritter.

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Wines: Lackner-Tinnacher Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc

Ever wonder what makes an Alpine wine truly sing? Imagine sipping a glass of Lackner-Tinnacher  Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc while learning the unique journey it took to arrive in your hands. This episode is a fascinating waltz into Austrian wines as we continue  learning about Alpine wines with our special guest Aric Wood from Archetype Wines. We discuss the barriers these small wineries have to enter the US wine market as Aric explains the intriguing model Archetype Wines employs to champion his selected wines. We share the qualities of these two wines as Aric explains the distinct soil composition of the Südsteiermark region and how winemaker Katharina Lackner-Tinnacher expertly expresses the wine's minerality to make every sip a delightful experience.

Brace yourself as we explore the Austrian government's response to a crisis in the wine market, discuss the resulting changes in labeling laws, the banning of most additives, and the shift towards dryer wines. Aric shares why Austrian wines are a treasure trove worth shopping, and tells us of the native red and white grapes from the region, and explains why the  Chardonnays are such a great buy.

With the Alpine area being such a large region, Aric explains the differences of the Archetype Wine Clubs and why each is unique. His passion for Alpine wines will leave you yearning for a glass, making this episode a must-listen for any wine enthusiast.

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If you think all white wines are the same, we have a surprise for you: Grüner Veltliner is not your mama’s white wine. Well, maybe it is, but that all depends on your mama. Grüner Veltliner is a rich, complex, delicious, and food friendly white wine that more people need to know about - and so we’ll tell you what the F it is, and we’ll also give you our impression of three reasonably priced wines that are worth seeking out. Grüner Veltliner is definitely a wine that needs to be on more restaurant menus, especially restaurants that serve spicy foods, because this wine is the perfect complement. The wine is mostly produced in Austria where it is highly regarded, and we are starting to see it produced in other regions of the world. It is a wine worth learning about because it is growing in reputation - and deservedly so. As an added bonus, we’ll talk about the anti-freeze scandal that hit Austrian wines in the 1980’s, and which gladly is well behind us today! Wines reviewed in this episode: 2021 Aichenberg Premium Grüner Veltliner, 2020 Domane Wachau Federspiel Terrassen Grüner Veltliner, and 2021 Pratsch Organic Grüner Veltliner.

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Today we sit down to discuss two very different wine making countries: Australian and Austrian.  Campell Thompson is the Founder of The Wine Republic and one of the pioneers of cool climate and craft wines into China. He started importing Pinot Noir from Yarra at a time when the market was only focused on big and bold Barossa Shiraz. He was also one of the first to import Austrian wines in China, a small and relatively unknown region with plenty of high quality and delicious wines. 

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