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Kracher, Alois

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Alois Kracher

Located in the Seewinkel area of the Burgenland region of Austria, Weinlaubenhof Alois Kracher is a winery that sits in a unique microclimate. The terroir of the vineyards is perfect for the spread of botrytis which is necessary to produce its well-known Beerenauslese and Trockenbeerenauslese sweet wines. Originally founded in the mid-19th Century by Alois Kracher, the winery was taken over by his son, Luis, in 1991. Being the important figure in the Austrian wine industry that he was, Luis’ death was a tragedy for the nation, but his son, Gerhard, took over in 2007 and operates the winery to this day. Along with their range of sweet wines, Kracher produces sparkling and dry white and red wines made from varietals such as Welschriesling, Chardonnay, Traminer, Weissburgunder, Muscat Ottonel and Scheurebe. With endless persistence, the three generations of Kracher men have been effortless promoters for wines that have become known as Austrian specialties.

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Tasting Notes

WA98
Flowers, spices and apricots are found in the nose of the 1999 #9 Scheurebe Zwischen Den Seen Trockenbeerenauslese. Lovers of apricot jam will adore this hyper-concentrated, jellied offering. Its immense size and depth is gorgeously buttressed by zesty acidity. This wine is as thick as the United States Government`s annual budget proposal. Drink it over the next 40+ years.
WS94
Thick and sweet, yet backed by vivid acidity, this adds an herbal note to the caramel, dried fig and apricot flavors. It needs time to integrate the flavors with the structure. Fine, refreshing finish.

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