Blaufränkisch, Nittnaus - 2016
Item # 34919
750mL
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$239.52
$215.57/ Case of 12
Production Methods
Organic
Organic
Biodynamic
Wine made from grapes grown organically using natural composting techniques and special preparations of herbal sprays while following the astronomical calendar.
Tasting Notes
The Nittnaus family has been in the town of Gols, in the Neusiedler See wine region in Burgenland since 1684. A very pure, delicious red wine made from the Blaufränkisch grape variety. Aged in large oak casks. Bottled unfiltered.
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