Straka - Blaufrankisch Greenschist 2020 (750ml)
Price: $21.99
| Producer | Straka |
| Country | Austria |
| Region | Burgenland |
| Varietal | Blaufrankisch |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Sku | 1-102062 |
| Size | 750ml |
| ABV | 12.50% |
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Indulge in the vibrant allure of Straka Blaufränkisch Greenschist 2020, a wine that embodies the spirit of southern Burgenland. This Blaufränkisch, aged in large wooden barrels, presents a symphony of light berry, earthy, aromatic, and salty notes, balanced by well-structured tannins and acidity. Its lively character and beautiful length are a testament to the cool climate and high-altitude vineyards of Rechnitz, where the wine originates.
Straka, a small family winery located in the Eisenberg district of Burgenland, is known for its commitment to organic and traditional winemaking, enhanced by modern techniques. The 84-year-old family estate thrives on the unique geological composition of Eisenberg, where the foothills of the Alps meet the Pannonian lowlands. This area, one of only three in the world with metamorphic, magmatic rock, and crystal schist soils, gives the deep-rooted vines a distinct mineral character and a compelling purity of fruit. The Straka Blaufränkisch Greenschist 2020, with its fresh, structured red berry fruit and a hint of spice, is a perfect embodiment of this terroir.
The Straka family, under the gentle guidance of their son Thomas Straka, cultivates their wines in the humble landscape of Rechnitz, where the microclimate alternates between cold nights and hot days. This unique environment imparts a taut, mineral quality to their wines, offering an easy sensory entry that guarantees deep, complex taste moments. As Thees Uhlmann eloquently puts it, "Like a friendly slap in the face from a freshly awakened god," the Straka Blaufränkisch Greenschist 2020 is a wine of unpretentious, passionate craftsmanship that invites you to experience the authentic taste of southern Burgenland. Welcome to Strakas!
