- Österreichisch-Weiß
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Österreichisch-Weiß Grape (Vitis) Color of berry skin Blanc Species Vitis vinifera Also called Ausztriai (in Hungary), Ausztriai Feher, Blanke, Kahlenberger Weiße, Weiße Origin Austria? Österreichisch-Weiß (literally, Austrian white) is a grape variety for white wine. It is now very rarely cultivated, but is noted for being one of the parents of Silvaner, the other parent being Traminer.[1] Österreichisch-Weiß itself is the offspring of Weißer Heunisch (Gouais blanc) as father with an unknown mother variety.[2]
In older times, Österreichisch-Weiß (up to 90%) blended with Traminer contributed to giving "Grinzinger" (wine from Grinzing in Vienna) a good reputation.[1]
It is often confused with Brauner Veltliner. The name Österreicher has previously also been used as a synonym for Brauner Veltliner and Silvaner.[1]
References
- ^ a b c Wein-Plus Glossar: Österreichisch-Weiß, accessed on April 18, 2008
- ^ Vitis International Variety Catalogue: Oesterreichisch Weiss, accessed on April 18, 2008
Categories:- White wine grape varieties
- Wine grape stubs
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