Pinot Noir Alte Haide
Schloss Gobelsburg

The Cistercian monks of the Stift Zwettl monastery brought Pinot Noir to Langenlois from their ancient homeland, Burgundy. This variety holds a strong symbolic meaning for the Cistercians.That is why they spread Pinot Noir also throughout numerous other European regions as well.

The crushed gravelly soils south of Gobelsburg are ideal for the variety because the calcareous content allows for good drainage. Maturation of the wine lasts for 18 months in Austrian oak barrels and then for another 6 months in bottles. The wine is unfiltered and can show sediments.

A fine aromatic blend of fully ripened raspberries and lightly roasted almonds – with the scent of roses always setting the tone; still a bit restrained. Somewhat powerful on the palate, also youthful, medium- to full-bodied, very hearty and surprisingly rich in tannins. Good for ageing.