Ernst Triebaumer Blaufränkisch Mariental
エルンスト・トリーバウマー ブラウフレンキッシュ マリエンタール
Ernst Triebaumer
Blaufränkisch
About this wine
Ernst Triebaumer's benchmark Blaufränkisch from Rust in the Neusiedlersee-Hügelland, one of the most important producers in establishing Burgenland's red wine reputation.
A serious, structured red — decant at least an hour before serving and pair with rich, savory dishes to enjoy its full complexity.
Sommelier's Note
"The 1986 vintage of this very vineyard won a blind tasting against 50 other Austrian reds in Vienna in 1988 — the first Blaufränkisch ever to earn a perfect score, a moment that proved Austria could make world-class red wine."
Food Pairings
Pairs beautifully with roasted game and venison, grilled ribeye steak, and aged hard cheeses; its structured tannins and gentle white-pepper spice also complement richly sauced, umami-forward dishes.
When to drink it
Well suited to milestone celebrations, formal dinners, and collector's tastings — a benchmark bottle for exploring Austrian Blaufränkisch.
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Blaufränkisch
- Style
- Red
- Price Range
- ¥14,000-22,000
Terroir & Winemaking
The Mariental single-vineyard, planted in the 1960s by Ernst Triebaumer's father, sits on limestone-rich soil in Rust. Grapes are hand-harvested from these old vines, fermented in stainless steel or wooden vats, and aged roughly 18-24 months in French oak barriques. The estate's 1986 Ried Mariental became legendary when it won a blind tasting of over 50 Austrian reds in Vienna in 1988 — the first Blaufränkisch ever to score a perfect mark, a turning point that put Austrian red wine on the world map.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does Ernst Triebaumer's Blaufränkisch Mariental taste like?
- Expect concentrated dark cherry and blackberry fruit with herbal, white-pepper spice, fine mineral notes, and firm, polished tannins that soften with age.
- What food pairs well with this wine?
- It pairs beautifully with roasted game, grilled red meat, aged hard cheeses, and umami-rich dishes such as unagi (grilled eel) or richly sauced okonomiyaki.
- Why is the Mariental vineyard so significant?
- The 1986 Ried Mariental Blaufränkisch from this vineyard won a blind tasting of over 50 Austrian reds in Vienna in 1988, becoming the first Blaufränkisch to score a perfect mark and helping establish Austria's reputation for serious red wine.
- When should I drink it?
- It can be enjoyed young but rewards patience — most vintages drink beautifully 5 to 20 years after harvest as the tannins integrate.
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