Hans Igler - Burgenland, Austria
- Situated two hours south of Vienna in the town of Deutschkreuz, Weingut Hans Igler is located in the wine region of Mittelburgenland, a region known as Blaufränkisch country.
- In Austria, Weingut Hans Igler is considered one the top red wine estates. In the 1980’s the estate pioneered the use of barrique-aging in Austria.
- Igler produces a full-range of wines, from inexpensive to premium reds to refreshing white wines. Today, the daughter of Hans Igler, Waltraud Reisner-Igler, operates the estate.
- “CELLAR SELECTION” 92 points awarded to the 2007 Biiri Reserve Blaufänkisch – Wine Enthusiast
- 90 points awarded to the 2007 Vulcano – Wine Enthusiast
- 92 points awarded to the 2006 Vulcano - Wine &Spirits
- 91 points awarded to the 2005 Vulcano - Wine Enthusiast
- 90 points awarded to the 2004 Vulcano - Wine Enthusiast
- 90 points awarded to the 2005 Biiri Blaufrankisch Reserve - Wine Enthusiast
- 89 points awarded to the 2004 Blaufrankisch Ried Hochberg - Wine Enthusiast
- “BEST BUY” – 2006 Blaufrankisch Classic – Wine & Spirits
Blaufrankisch Classic
The Classic is the starting point for the Igler Blaufrankisch wines. Bold and spicy and blackberry, cassis and cracked pepper on the finish. Great wine for burgers and brats on the grill.
St. Laurent Classic
St. Laurent is thought to be a cousin of Pinot Noir. The grape does share some similarities on the nose to Pinot, but in the glass it is a whole other animal. Dark purple in color. On the palate, more robust with black fruits instead of cherries. If you are a Pinot lover, you need to try St. Laurent.
Vulcano
Vulcano is a cuvée of 60% Blaufränkisch, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Zweigelt and 5% Merlot. Aged 15 months in French barriques. The wine is dark ruby-garnet in color with delicate cherry tones on the nose. Erupting with red berry
flavors and a medium-long finish slightly spicy finish.