{"product_id":"blaufrankisch","title":"Blaufränkisch (Neusiedlersee, Austria)","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eON THE WAY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mywinestop.com\/blogs\/how-to-read-wine\/part-one\" title=\"How To Read Wine\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDriver:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mywinestop.com\/collections\/by-grape\" title=\"By Grape\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGRAPE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e | Process | Place | \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrafted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is Blaufränkisch in a clear, approachable form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrown near Apetlon on the eastern side of Lake Neusiedl, it was spontaneously fermented in stainless steel, remained on its skins for two weeks and then spent 12 months in large Austrian oak barrels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt 12% alcohol, with fresh acidity, fine tannins and virtually no residual sugar, it has the structure of a serious red without unnecessary weight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is why we place it under By Grape. Blaufränkisch has a character worth learning—and this bottle allows the grape to introduce itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy We Selected It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine Stop selected this wine because it presents Blaufränkisch without exaggeration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wine has enough structure to show what distinguishes the grape, but it was not pushed toward excessive extraction, alcohol or oak.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpontaneous fermentation allows the wine to develop naturally. Two weeks on the skins provide color and tannin, while 12 months in large 1,000- and 2,000-liter Austrian oak barrels give it time to settle and develop without making new-oak flavor the point of the wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is also certified organic, vegan and fermented virtually dry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Try It?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause Blaufränkisch is one of Austria’s most important red grapes—and one of the most useful grapes for understanding Central European red wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt produces wines with fresh acidity, defined tannins and enough structure to work at the table without depending on high alcohol or excessive ripeness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf Zweigelt is an easy entrance into Austrian red wine, Blaufränkisch is the next step. It asks for a little more attention and rewards it with greater structure and definition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaste it as a grape first. Learn its shape. Then see how you recognize it the next time it appears in your glass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Buy It?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause this is an adaptable red with enough structure for dinner and enough freshness to remain comfortable throughout the evening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Blaufränkisch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCertified organic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVegan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpontaneously fermented\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo weeks on the skins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAged 12 months in large Austrian oak barrels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12% alcohol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnly 0.1 g\/L residual sugar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrown near Lake Neusiedl in Burgenland\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServe it slightly cool with sausages, pork, duck, mushrooms, lentils or the traditional dishes of eastern Austria.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine Term: ‘Heurigen’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeuriger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a traditional Austrian wine tavern where growers serve their own young wine, often accompanied by simple regional food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe word comes from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eheuer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, meaning “this year.” It can refer both to the tavern and to the current year’s wine. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeurigen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is the plural or inflected form commonly encountered in German-language references.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe tradition dates back to a 1784 decree issued by Emperor Joseph II, which allowed winegrowers to sell wine and food directly from their properties.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA branch or evergreen wreath displayed outside traditionally indicates that the Heuriger is open—a custom known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eausg’steckt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe food is not an afterthought. Cold meats, spreads, cheeses, breads, pickled vegetables and small savory pastries are part of the experience. The Heuriger places wine where it belongs: at a shared table, surrounded by food and conversation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Short Note on Burgenland Food\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBurgenland’s cooking reflects its position along Austria’s eastern border and its long connection with the broader Pannonian region.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe food is direct, savory and especially comfortable beside local wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrammelpogatscherl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are one of its most irresistible small bites: savory, bite-sized pastries folded with crisp fried pork cracklings known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrammeln\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. They are frequently served warm and are especially well suited to a fresh, structured red such as Blaufränkisch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther Burgenland specialties include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBohnensterz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — a rustic mixture of beans and toasted flour, traditionally served as a substantial everyday dish\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKrautfleckerl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — small pasta squares with slowly cooked cabbage\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMartinigansl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — roast goose traditionally served around St. Martin’s Day\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFogosch or Zander\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — pike-perch from Lake Neusiedl\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePannonian fish soup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — a paprika-seasoned soup reflecting the region’s Hungarian influence\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlunzn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — Austrian blood sausage, often served fried or with potatoes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLiptauer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — a seasoned cheese spread served with bread\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is food built around local ingredients, preservation, practicality and appetite. It also explains the shape of Burgenland wine: enough acidity for rich food, enough tannin for meat and enough freshness for the next bite.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCellar, Serving \u0026amp; Pairing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrink now or cellar for another 3–5 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServe slightly cool. The lower temperature emphasizes the wine’s freshness and definition while keeping its tannins composed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA short decant will help the wine open, particularly when served young.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePair with:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrammelpogatscherl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoast goose or duck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePork schnitzel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrilled or roasted pork\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSausages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlood sausage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeef goulash\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLentils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMushroom dishes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKrautfleckerl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoasted root vegetables\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharcuterie\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirm or smoked cheeses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType of Wine:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Red Wine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Open \u0026amp; Enjoy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2022\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegion:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Burgenland\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Austria\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrape:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 100% Blaufränkisch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 12%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal Acidity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5.7 g\/L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eResidual Sugar:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 0.1 g\/L (0.075 g\/bottle)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel; two weeks on the skins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOak:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 12 months in 1,000- and 2,000-liter Austrian oak barrels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFarming:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Certified Organic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVegan:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fresh, structured red\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Medium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended serving temperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 58–62°F \/ 14–17°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest In:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mywinestop.com\/products\/red-wine-glass-ab\" title=\"Broad-Bowl Glass\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBroad-Bowl Glass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e | Every wine is shown in the glass we recommend for it. Hover over the image on desktop or tap the image on mobile to view the glass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDrink Better. Since 2016. Drink Responsibly. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.p65warnings.ca.gov\/products\/alcoholic-beverages\" title=\"65 Warning\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProposition 65 Warning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mywinestop.com\/blogs\/how-to-read-wine\/part-two\" title=\"How To Read Wine\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaste First. Read Later.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine is meant to be discovered—not predicted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe provide the information that helps you understand this wine: where it comes from, which grape was used, how it was made, its structure and why we selected it for Wine Stop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat we do not publish before purchase is a list of suggested flavors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescriptions involving fruits, flowers, herbs or spices can influence what you expect to experience. They can even cause someone to reject a wine before tasting it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe want your first experience with this wine to belong to you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaste it. Pay attention to its structure, texture and movement. Notice what it reminds you of. Form your own impressions before reading ours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine Stop’s tasting notes are available on the wine’s product page, accessible through the QR code on the back label, so you can compare our impressions with your own.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is no single correct answer. The purpose is not to identify the “right” fruit or spice, but to sharpen your senses, expand your palate and discover what the wine expresses to you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe Guarantee the Quality. You Discover the Wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery wine we sell has been selected for quality, authenticity and value, and we stand behind every bottle. If a wine is flawed or faulty, we will make it right. If it is sound but not to your taste, that is not a verdict on your palate—and it does not make the wine bad. It simply means that this particular wine is not for you, perhaps not tonight.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Stop Tasting Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlready tasted it? Now compare notes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e(Alvaro's detailed tasting notes will be added after this wine arrives at our warehouse and has rested for a few days.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e","brand":"Wine Stop Wine Shops \u0026 Tasting Bars","offers":[{"title":"750 ML \/ $0.10 included in listed price","offer_id":45945776111751,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/0336\/4743\/files\/DetailHande_1.jpg?v=1790452119","url":"https:\/\/mywinestop.com\/products\/blaufrankisch","provider":"Wine Stop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}