2015 Süd-Steiermark Ried Gamlitzberg Sauvignon Blanc Reserve trocken, Styria/Steiermark, Austria

Fairly cool, firm and deep nose, herbaceous and delicate floral notes, hint of mushrooms, elegant yellow fruit, hint of white berries, stinging nettle, asparagus, blackcurrant leaves, hint of fresh butter, touch of oak. Firm, ripe, juicy fruit on the palate, still very slightly muted, delicately sweetish and creamy, some yellow spice, light oak, very elegant, lively acidity, some black berries and a hint of lovage, ripe tannins provide some grip, persistent, some depth, still totally undeveloped, salty and earthy notes in the background, some green bacon, light spicy oak, some tarragon, curry and lemon pepper, hint of butter on a very good, firm finish with fresh vegetal, floral and mineral notes.

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