2023 Loimer Lenz Riesling Niederösterreich, Austria

Loimer Lenz Riesling from Niederösterreich is a beautifully vibrant and approachable Austrian Riesling, crafted by the ever-innovative Fred Loimer. Known for his commitment to biodynamic farming and a minimal intervention philosophy, Loimer produces wines that reflect purity, site, and energy—and the Lenz bottling is a joyful celebration of those ideals.

Sourced from biodynamically farmed vineyards in and around the Kamptal region, this Riesling is named after the German word for spring, “Lenz,” and it absolutely lives up to the name. The vineyards grow on loess and gravel soils, which provide lift and aromatic delicacy, while the cool climate of Lower Austria ensures sharp, refreshing acidity and a long growing season.

Fermentation takes place with wild yeasts in stainless steel tanks, keeping everything precise and bright. There’s no oak influence, just a crystalline, fruit-driven expression that’s as clean as a whistle. Aromas of lime zest, white peach, green apple, and orange blossom jump from the glass. On the palate, it’s dry, snappy and energetic, with an underlying minerality and a saline finish that calls you back for another sip.

Loimer Lenz Riesling is the kind of wine that sings alongside fresh seafood, Vietnamese cuisine, goat cheese salads or grilled zucchini and lemon. It's ideal for those looking for a Riesling with finesse but also charm and drinkability.