2023 Weinhof Bauer-Pöltl Mare Pannonia

In red wine territory in Austria, the influence of an enormous, but very shallow lake, the Lake Neusiedl, is imperative in the ripening of the grapes. By directing cool breezes through the grapes, the wines are able to mature, and develop body and structure without too much alcohol. The Mare Pannonia references this, and presents a wine with tremendous depth of fruit, elements of sassafras and spice, and long, subtle tannins. It's the best of Austrian red in one tremendous bottle.

A wine with this much fruit weight will pair well with flavorful meats like pork, venison, or any other game, and pairs just as well with earthy, sweet veggies like roasted beets, or charred squash.