2015 Weingut Rosi Schuster Rotburger (Zweigelt), Austria, Burgenland, Wine Review

The grape here is called Rotburger not to be confused with the German white Rotberger. It is the same as Zweigelt, however, its creator Dr. Zweigelt (in 1922) later became a Nazi and many people do not want to allow the grape to be named after him. Garnet in color, mostly opaque and bright. The nose has cherries, black cherries and slight cranberries along with a bit of char. Full bodied. On the palate, this has a nice complexity. It seems to be about at peak with nice black cherries and cranberries and slight minerality. A bit of roasted herbs as well. This drinks nice on its own but will be better with food. It will work very nicely with grilled salmon.

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B+

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Vintage:

2015

2015 Weingut R & A Pfaffl Zweigelt Vom Haus, Austria, Niederosterreich, Wine Review

Vintage:

2015

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Made from Zweigelt which is now being called Rotburger more often (Dr. Zweigelt the creator of the grape was a Nazi). This is relatively affordable and a fun wine. Ruby in color, mostly opaque and bright. The nose has cherries, char and some black cherries. Medium bodied. Good acidity. On the palate, this has fruit forward cherry fruit. Tasty. Nice finish. This will work better with food and would be great with pizza. Drink over the next few years.

2017 Alois Kracher Zweigelt Beerenauslese, Austria, Burgenland, Wine Review

Vintage:

2017

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A beautiful red sweet dessert wine. Ordered off the list at Das Loft in Vienna, Austria. 8%abv. Ruby/iced tea in color, clear and bright. The nose has red raspberries, strawberries and slight hay notes. Viscous. On the palate, red raspberries, plums and herbal notes. Complex and deep. Long, long finish. This is delicious on its own and would work well with a not too sweet chocolate dessert. Drink over the next ten to fifteen years.

2019 Weingut Willi Bründlmayer Zweigelt, Austria, Lower Austria, Wine Review

Vintage:

2019

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Grade:

A-

This is their basic Zweigelt which is a cross between St. Laurent and Blaufränkisch. Magenta in color, clear and bright. The nose is nice with black cherries, spice and slight herbs. Medium bodied. Medium tannins. On the palate, this is a simple, easy drinking wine. Black cherry fruit. Nice finish. This is nice on its own and will work with a (veggie) burger and fries. Drink over the next five years.

2017 Weingut Willi Bründlmayer Zweigelt Reserve, Austria, Langenloiser Hasel, Wine Review

Vintage:

2017

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A-

Interesting to taste this as it is an attempt at a more serious Zweigelt. Garnet in color, clear and bright. The nose has black cherries, spice and a touch of cloves. Good acidity. Medium bodied. Firm tannins. On the palate, black cherries, with slight black raspberries. A bit of depth. Nice finish. This is a step up from the regular 2019. It should be consumed in the next five to seven years. A nice match for grilled lamb chops.

2022 Petra Unger Rosé vom Zweigelt, Austria, Niederosterreich, Wine Review

Vintage:

2022

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A-

Current Price:

$37.00USD

This is a Rosé wine from Austria made from Zweigelt grapes. Deep salmon pink in color, clear and bright. The nose is nice with cranberries, cherries, and a slight minerality. Slightly viscous. Light bodied. Good acidity. On the palate, this is refreshing with cherries and slight cranberry notes. Good finish. This is very food friendly and would work nicely with lighter dishes such as a Ham Casserole. Drink now.

2015 Weingut Rosi Schuster Rotburger (Zweigelt), Austria, Burgenland, Wine Review

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