Wines Wiener Gemischter Satz DAC Manuel Nössing - Grüner Veltliner in den Breiten - 2015

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Manuel Nössing's 2015 Wiener Gemischter Satz DAC hails from the heart of Vienna and exemplifies the traditional style of field blends so characteristic of the region. The cuvée places Grüner Veltliner at its core, but as per the Wiener Gemischter Satz tradition, it likely incorporates several other white varieties, all co-planted and co-fermented to capture the unique harmony of the vineyard. The 2015 vintage was marked by a warm summer and timely rainfall, promising expressive fruit and balanced acidity. The terroir around Vienna combines loess, limestone, and gravelly soils, infusing the wine with a subtle minerality and freshness. Vinification is typically in stainless steel to preserve varietal character and vibrancy, leading to a wine that is both textured and lively.

Vienna’s wine region is unique in its urban setting, yet steeped in centuries of winemaking tradition. The city’s vineyards benefit from a Pannonian-continental climate, which brings warm days and cool nights, essential for developing aromatic complexity while retaining crispness. Wiener Gemischter Satz is an appellation that highlights the field blend tradition, which offers complexity and balance by blending varieties not just in the winery, but right in the same vineyard. It is this approach that gives the wine its signature harmony—each grape lending something to the final expression.

For food pairings, this Gemischter Satz is remarkably versatile. Its freshness and subtle spice from the Grüner Veltliner lend themselves beautifully to light starters, vegetable dishes, and freshwater fish. A classic Viennese pairing would be Tafelspitz (boiled beef with horseradish and root vegetables) or Wiener Schnitzel, where the wine’s acidity cuts through richness effortlessly. It is also excellent with Asian dishes featuring ginger or lemongrass.

Serve this wine well-chilled, ideally at 8-10°C, to highlight its aromatic brightness and lively palate. For optimal enjoyment, pour it into medium-sized white wine glasses and savour its evolution as it warms gently in the glass. This is a wine that delights both in casual conviviality and thoughtful tasting sessions.