2022 Prager 'Steinriegl' Federspiel Riesling

A beautifully pure Wachau Riesling — elegant, mineral and tightly structured, with finesse and precision throughout

93 Points – JamesSuckling.com | 93 Points – Falstaff

Wachau, Austria

$90 a bottle

Dry • Precise • Mineral-Driven Riesling

“A beautifully pure Wachau Riesling — elegant, mineral and tightly structured, with finesse and precision throughout.”

Tasting Notes

Appearance:
Pale straw with green highlights — bright, refined and crystalline.

Aroma:
Focused and lifted with:
• lime and lemon zest
• green apple and white peach
• wet stone and flinty minerality
• subtle floral and herbal notes
Classic cool-climate Riesling with clarity and precision.

Palate:
Light to medium-bodied with tension and structure.
Expect layers of:
• citrus and orchard fruit
• lime, apple and stone fruit
• pronounced mineral backbone
• crisp, driving acidity
• dry, linear profile with elegance
A refined and balanced expression showcasing purity and site.

Finish:
Long, clean and mineral with lingering citrus and fine acidity.

Critical Acclaim

• 93pts – JamesSuckling.com
“Precise, mineral and elegantly structured.”

• 93pts – Falstaff
“A refined and balanced Wachau Riesling with clarity and finesse.”

About the Wine

Prager is one of Austria’s most revered producers, known for crafting benchmark Rieslings from the Wachau.

The Steinriegl vineyard delivers wines with:
• pure fruit expression
• distinct minerality
• excellent structure and ageing potential

Federspiel indicates a classic Wachau style — dry, balanced and medium-bodied, sitting between the lighter Steinfeder and the more powerful Smaragd wines.

Food Pairings

• Fresh seafood
• Sushi and sashimi
• Pork dishes
• Light Asian cuisine
• Soft cheeses

Why We Love It

This is classic Wachau Riesling — precise, mineral and beautifully balanced.

At $90, it delivers premium European quality with elegance and restraint.

A perfect choice for lovers of structured, dry Riesling with finesse and ageing potential.