2023 Gruner Veltliner 'Johann' Federspiel, Weingut Johann Donabaum

Crisp, precise and full of mountain charm, the 2023 Grüner Veltliner ‘Johann’ Federspiel from Weingut Johann Donabaum is a masterclass in purity and poise. Pale straw in the glass, it opens with bright aromas of green apple, lime zest and white pepper, underscored by hints of wet stone and fresh herbs. The palate is lively and focused with citrus and orchard fruit gliding over a taut mineral spine, with a fine texture and refreshing zip of acidity. The finish is clean, dry and beautifully persistent, leaving a subtle echo of spice and crushed rock. Elegant, linear and effortlessly refreshing, a true Wachau classic.

For when: you want clarity in a glass and brightness in your day.
Pairs with: sushi, grilled river fish, asparagus, or a crisp schnitzel.
If this wine were a mood, it’d be cool mountain air at sunrise, fresh, clear, and quietly invigorating.

Weingut Johann Donabaum is a small, family-run estate in the heart of Austria’s Wachau Valley, one of Europe’s most revered white wine regions. Located in the picturesque village of Spitz, the Donabaum family has been crafting wines of focus and finesse for generations, with Johann representing the modern face of Wachau winemaking - committed to purity, precision and the honest expression of site.

The ‘Johann’ Federspiel comes from steep, terraced vineyards planted on primary rock soils of gneiss and granite, producing Grüner Veltliner of brightness and definition. Hand-harvested fruit is gently pressed and fermented in stainless steel to preserve its pristine freshness. The 2023 vintage captures the very essence of Wachau, minerality, freshness and quiet strength, distilled into one elegantly balanced wine.