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Emmerich Knoll Loibner Grüner Veltliner Federspiel - Wachau, Austria

From the Austrian exporter:

This winery has produced so many cult wines over the last decades that it would not be a problem to fill an entire book with their tasting notes." So goes the Falstaff Ultimate Wine Guide's entry on Knoll, pronounced with a K. The winery uses exclusively old oak foudres and implements a winemaking philosophy that places varietal site expression at the forefront.

From 25-40 year old vines planted various plots lower down on the slopes on alluvial soil and sand. Hand harvested, whole bunch pressed with a few hours of skin contact in pneumatic press. Natural ferment takes place in mix of older large format cask (500-5000L) and stainless steel followed by around 3 months on full lees with no battonage.

What we say:

From one of Austria’s most iconic producers, this Loibner Grüner Veltliner Federspiel captures the precision, purity, and quiet power that have made Emmerich Knoll synonymous with top-quality Wachau wines. Sourced from the estate’s prime vineyards around Loiben, this is a beautifully balanced Grüner that embodies the elegance of the Federspiel style: fresh, focused, and irresistibly drinkable.

The nose is bright and expressive, offering notes of crisp pear, green apple, white pepper, and citrus blossom with a subtle herbal lift. On the palate, it’s sleek and refined: medium-bodied with lively acidity, a fine mineral backbone, and classic Grüner Veltliner spice. The finish is long, clean, and delicately textured, reflecting the region’s distinctive stony soils.

Grape variety: Grüner Veltliner

Style: Fresh, peppery, mineral-driven Austrian white

Drink window: Now–2028

Perfect for: Traditional Austrian Wiener schnitzel, seafood, grilled vegetables, sushi, salads, or as an elegant aperitif

Pure, vibrant, and impeccably made—Knoll’s Loibner Grüner Veltliner Federspiel is a benchmark Wachau white that offers outstanding finesse and value.