There is very little Roter Veltliner in Austria and only a few small plots in the Wachau. This comes from a vineyard in Mautern, which Pichler bought from his aunt. The flavors are citrus, mineral, and white, honeyed figs.——R.V.(5/1/2008)—— 90

The 2000 Roter Veltliner Smaragd has an unexciting nose of minerals that leads to a powerful, dense, concentrated, and deep core of fruit. Raspberries, apricots and spices can be found in this medium-bodied offering's personality.. Pichler noticed my lack of enthusiasm for this wine's nose and stated that it takes a few years for it to become aromatically expressive. Anticipated maturity: 2004-2009 Importer: Vin Divino, Chicago, IL; tel. (773) 334-6700