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A Viennese Feast
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| A Viennese Feast: A Festival of Austrian Wine and Food |
Sunday May 18, 2003
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The wines and foods of Austria have swept New York by storm. Witness the increase in sales of Austrian wine and the success of such restaurants as Danube and Wallsé. The Mark Hotel, an oasis of elegant and superb dining in the city, provided an authentic Austrian feast that would have suited Emperor Franz Joseph. The genteel ambiance, the understated elegance, and excellent food made this a culinary experience to remember. The hotel's Sous Chef, Erwin Schrottner, who was born and trained in Austria prepared the was responsible for the mouth-watering cuisine. Wines were selected by Master Sommelier Richard Dean and Wein Bauer Imports and Niche Imports, Inc. to match the foods. No votes were taken for favorite wines as all were equally enjoyed. Notes are Jonathan Levine's.
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Full Retail $ |
Schlumberger Vienna Brut NV
Light, crisp and not as refined as expected.. Lovely color, with an aroma of yeast and apples. |
$17.99 |
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Jurstschitsch Sonnhof Gruener Veltliner Steinhaus, 2001
Mild, and dry with a soft texture and a medium finish. Neutral. |
$19.00 |
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Tüerk Gruner Veltliner, 2001
Intense nose of fresh fruit, minerals and straw. A lovely wine with body, depth and complexity. So good, one glass is not enough. BEST BUY |
$7.99 |
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Klosterkeller Siegendorf Pinot Blanc, 2000
Another sensational wine. At one time Pinot Blanc was referred to as the poor man's Chardonnay. Not this example. Lots of weight, depth, layers of flavor. Nicely structured. |
$8.99 |
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Rot Klosterkeller Siegendorf Red, 2000
Young and tannic. This is a wine that needs time. Full bodied and spicy with notes of black fruits and the warm sun. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Blaufrankish (A.K.A. Lemberger). |
$8.99 |
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Weingut Nittnaus Eiswein, 1999
Just perfect but young. So delectable now it will be hard to wait for 5 years until this infant develops complexity and additional flavors. Every drop was consumed.
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$33.00 |
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