2024 Alzinger ‘Ried Dürnstein’ Riesling Federspiel

Pure citrus energy, fine texture and brilliant minerality from one of the region’s most meticulous producers.

94 Points – JamesSuckling.com | 94 Points – Falstaff

Wachau, Austria
RRP $68 | Estate Riesling | Pure • Precise • Mineral

“A crystal-clear expression of Wachau Riesling — pure citrus energy, fine texture and brilliant minerality from one of the region’s most meticulous producers.”

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Pale lemon-gold with green-silver glints — bright and transparent.
Aroma: Lime zest, white peach and apple blossom lifted by flint, jasmine and wet-stone minerality.
Palate: Vibrant and perfectly poised. Juicy citrus and stone-fruit flavours glide across a taut, chalk-lined texture. Beautiful drive and freshness.
Finish: Long, saline and refreshing with lingering notes of lime, green apple and mineral spice.

Critical Acclaim

• 94 Points – JamesSuckling.com
  “A pure, fresh and finely etched Riesling showing lime, green-apple and crushed-stone aromas. Focused, sleek and wonderfully drinkable.”

• 94 Points – Falstaff
  “Precise and elegant. Citrus and floral fruit framed by fine acidity and stony minerality. Classic Federspiel balance and charm.”

Vineyard & Winemaking

Sourced from the steep, terraced vineyards surrounding the historic village of Dürnstein in the Wachau, this Riesling grows on soils of gneiss, mica-schist and loess, producing wines noted for clarity and tension.

At Weingut Alzinger, winemaking is guided by restraint and precision:

• Hand-harvested fruit from estate terraces

• Whole-bunch pressing to protect delicacy

• Cool stainless-steel fermentation to preserve aromatics

• Short lees aging for finesse and texture

The result is a wine that captures the essence of the Wachau — purity, minerality and effortless balance.

Region

Wachau, Austria – Federspiel Classification
“Federspiel” denotes the region’s mid-weight style (11.5 – 12.5 % alc.), prized for elegance and vibrancy.
Alzinger’s 2023 Riesling Federspiel epitomises the style: crisp, mineral and irresistibly refreshing.

Food Pairings

• Grilled prawns or scallops with lemon butter

• Sushi and sashimi

• Thai salads with lime and chili

• Roast chicken or turkey with herbs

• Soft goat cheese or young brie

Why We Love It

The 2024 Alzinger ‘Dürnstein’ Riesling Federspiel delivers precision, purity and value in equal measure.
With dual 94-point praise from James Suckling and Falstaff, it’s a benchmark Riesling — clean, mineral and unmistakably Wachau.

Brilliant now for its vibrant fruit and lift, yet refined enough to age gracefully for a decade.

Fresh. Focused. Flawless.
The 2024 Alzinger ‘Dürnstein’ Riesling Federspiel is a 94-point Wachau classic — pure energy and precision in a glass.