The 2024 Haile Chardonnay from the Ziniel winery impressively demonstrates just how precise and terroir-driven modern Chardonnay from the Seewinkel region can be. The vines grow in the warm, sandy-limestone soils around Gols, where the Pannonian climate ensures optimal ripening, while cool evening breezes from Lake Neusiedl lend the wine freshness and tension.
For the Haile line, Andreas Ziniel pursues a purist, clear style that puts the focus on its origin: reductive vinification, gentle pressing, slow fermentation, and restrained use of oak create a Chardonnay that appears both precise and elegant.
In the glass, the 2024 Haile Chardonnay shows fine aromas of citrus, green pear, white blossoms, and a hint of wet stone. On the palate, it feels cool, mineral, and balanced, carried by a taut, vibrant acidity. The texture remains silky and straightforward – a Chardonnay that prioritizes clarity and finesse over opulence.
A characterful, modern Chardonnay from Burgenland that shows how authentic and stylish the variety can be in the hands of a precise winemaker.
