Chardonnay Ried Steinberg

The Chardonnay from Ried Steinberg is Bründlmayer's flagship – a white wine that combines Austrian precision with Burgundian ripeness.

The Bründlmayer winery in the Kamptal is one of the most renowned addresses in Austria. Willi Bründlmayer has been managing the Ried Steinberg for decades and achieved his first major international breakthrough with this Chardonnay. The site in the Kamptal provides the mineral basic structure that distinguishes the wine from many other Chardonnays.

In aging, Bründlmayer relies on a combination of Austrian and French oak – finely dosed so that the wood carries the fruit without covering it up. In the glass, the Steinberg shows ripe yellow pear, hazelnut, and a hint of toasted brioche. The palate is supple and dense, with a lively acidity structure that gives the wine freshness despite its power. The finish is long, spicy, and mineral – the Kamptal terroir remains palpable until the last sip.

Serving recommendation: Be sure to decant before pouring – 20 to 30 minutes open the wine significantly. Serving temperature 12–14 °C. Pairs with veal medallions with morel sauce, fried lobster, or mature mountain cheese.