2019 Birgit Braunstein 'Glawarinza' Blaufrankisch, Leithaberg DAC, Austria (750ml) North Canterbury opulent Barbera packs a serious

opulent Barbera packs a serious punch yet also retains a good deal of freshness

balanced structure gives this Cabernet tremendous aging potential

it's restrained and polished

and finely woven oak nuances

2019 Birgit Braunstein 'Glawarinza' Blaufrankisch, Leithaberg DAC, Austria (750ml) North Canterbury opulent Barbera packs a seriousWINEMAKER'S NOTES: A Blaufrnkisch that reflects the essence of the Leithaberg. Our Blaufrnkisch wines come from two outstanding vineyard sites: Glawarinza and Thenau. Both are known for their unique soil structures and microclimates. Glawarinza a sunny, warm location with calcareous soil that gives the wine depth and complexity. Thenau steep, mineral rich limestone soil and cool winds from the Leithaberg forest characterize the freshness and structure