Wines Traisental DAC Huber - Berg Riesling - 2023

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Huber’s Cuvée Berg Riesling 2023 from the Traisental DAC in Niederösterreich, Austria, beautifully embodies the vivacity and clarity that define top-quality Austrian Riesling. Crafted exclusively from Riesling grapes, this wine bursts with youthful energy typical of its vintage. The soils of Traisental, particularly calcareous and gravelly with a notable limestone content, impart a distinct mineral finesse and taut structure, while careful vinification at the Huber estate focuses on preserving aromatic purity and precision. Expect a nose dancing with white blossom, citrus zest, green apple, and a whisper of stone fruit, all overlaid by a trademark stony freshness. On the palate, the wine is dry (sec), nervy, and perfectly balanced, with racy acidity and a persistent, mineral-laden finish—an outstanding and expressive showcase of its terroir.

The Traisental region, one of Austria’s youngest DACs, is renowned for its narrow valley that follows the Traisen River. This area benefits from a unique blend of continental and Pannonian climatic influences—warm days encourage ripeness and aromatic depth, while cool nights lock in freshness and acidity. The predominance of limestone soils here gives Riesling a particularly vivid expression, marked by bright fruit, elegant structure, and an unmistakable mineral quality. Traisental’s winemaking history stretches back to Roman times, and today, estates like Huber are at the forefront of a new wave of precise, terroir-driven Austrian wines.

With its vivacious style, the Cuvée Berg Riesling 2023 shines alongside an array of dishes. It pairs superbly with freshwater fish, especially trout served with lemon and herbs, or a classic Wiener schnitzel whose delicate crumb suits the wine’s crisp freshness. Try it also with Asian-inspired dishes such as sesame-dressed salads or tempura vegetables—its citrus drive and vibrant acidity cut effortlessly through richer flavours. Regional Austrian cheese, like a young goat’s cheese, will also highlight the wine’s nuanced minerality.

For optimal enjoyment, serve this Riesling well-chilled, ideally at 8-10°C. Open and pour just before serving to capture its lively aromatics and let the wine unfurl in the glass, revealing all its youthful charm and crystalline purity.