The Ried Hochäcker from Bauer-Pöltl impressively demonstrates how much power a red wine from Mittelburgenland can possess without feeling heavy or overloaded. A wine with energy and structure – powerful, dynamic, and at the same time surprisingly cool and fresh.
After 14 months of aging in used barriques and 500-liter barrels, the wine presents itself with intense aromas of black cherries, blackberries, and dark spice. The oak remains pleasantly in the background, providing structure without masking the fruit. On the palate, the Ried Hochäcker has a medium body, grippy tannins, and a lively freshness that ensures balance and a clean drive.
Not an overripe, heavyweight Mittelburgenlander, but a precise red wine full of character and sense of place. It is precisely this combination of dark fruit, spice, structure, and freshness that makes it an excellent gastronomic wine.
A strong food companion for beef, game, lamb, and rich braised dishes – and a wine for anyone who appreciates power in the glass but does not want to sacrifice elegance.
