2023 FX Pichler ‘Klostersatz’ Grüner Veltliner

A stunning, pure Grüner Veltliner that embodies the precision and quiet power of FX Pichler

Absolutely captivating from the first sip

94 Points – JamesSuckling.com

Wachau, Austria
RRP $80 | Estate Grüner Veltliner | Elegant • Textural • Refined

“A stunning, pure Grüner Veltliner that embodies the precision and quiet power of FX Pichler — minerality, texture, and balance in perfect harmony.”

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Pale gold with silvery reflections — brilliant and luminous.
Aroma: White peach, pear and lime blossom lifted by hints of white pepper, crushed stone and green herbs.
Palate: Medium-bodied, vibrant and focused. Juicy stone fruit and citrus ripple through a finely woven palate of chalky minerality and savoury spice.
Finish: Long, clean and saline — precision meets purity in every sip.

Critical Acclaim

• 94 Points – JamesSuckling.com
  “Beautifully fresh and precise with pear, lime and white-pepper character. Tight, mineral and long. Classic Wachau focus and elegance.”

Vineyard & Winemaking

The Klostersatz vineyard, at the foot of Loibenberg in the Wachau, is one of the region’s most historic sites, planted on deep Danube terrace soils of alluvial gravel and sand.
This unique terroir gives the wine its signature balance of fruit purity and mineral tension.

At Weingut FX Pichler, precision and patience define the craft:

• Hand-harvested fruit from mature vines

• Whole-bunch pressing for delicacy and purity

• Fermentation in stainless steel with extended lees aging for texture and length

The result is a wine of textural depth and crystalline clarity — a benchmark expression of modern Grüner Veltliner.

Region

Wachau, Austria – Klostersatz, Loiben
A UNESCO World Heritage region of terraced vineyards along the Danube.
Klostersatz’s deep gravelly soils and cool breezes create wines with both ripeness and vitality — a distinct contrast to the richer Smaragd styles from steeper sites.

Food Pairings

• Crispy Wiener schnitzel with lemon and capers

• Poached salmon with dill and citrus sauce

• Roast chicken with thyme and white wine jus

• Stir-fried vegetables with ginger and lime

• Soft goat cheese or washed-rind cheese

Why We Love It

The 2022 FX Pichler ‘Klostersatz’ Grüner Veltliner embodies everything that has made FX Pichler a legend — clarity, balance, and precision.
It’s a wine that dances between power and finesse, with the kind of mineral tension that only the Wachau can deliver.

A 94-point James Suckling gem that offers true world-class quality for its price — elegant, age-worthy, and absolutely captivating from the first sip.

Elegant. Precise. Distinctly Wachau.
The 2022 FX Pichler ‘Klostersatz’ Grüner Veltliner is a 94-point expression of purity and craftsmanship — a benchmark Austrian white of texture and refinement.