The wines of FX Pichler, Wachau, Austria

One of the most famous names of the Wachau, Austria’s premier wine growing region, Franz Xavier Pichler’s wines are among the best from this country. They are made in a rich, intense style, and they’re fantastic.

UK importer: Richards Walford

FX Pichler Grüner Veltliner Klosersatz Federspiel 2006 Wachau, Austria
Really rich. Herby with a funky mineralic edge to the rich, bold, herbal, slightly sweet thick-textured fruit. A big win. 90/100

FX Pichler Riesling Smaragd Hollerin 2005 Wachau, Austria
Very rich, bold, richly fruited nose with a bit of minerally reduction. The palate is rich and full with bold, almost spicy fruit. Richly textured, this is intense stuff. 92/100

FX Pichler Smaragd Loibnerberg 2004 Wachau, Austria
Powerful, spicy, minerally flavours with rich texture. Rich but some freshness too. Intense, concentrated and limey. 92/100

FX Pichler Smaragd Steinartal 2002 Wachau, Austria
Beautifully aromatic lemony nose. Fresh and full with herby depth. The palate is open with a really rich texture and bold, herb tinged character. It’s a lovely viscous yet expressive wine. 93/100

Wines tasted 02/08  
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See also: series on Austrian wine

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