Everything About Zweigelt Grape
"TSVY-gelt" 
Zweigelt Description
Origin: Austria
History: Zweigelt is an Austrian red grape variety created in 1922 by Friedrich Zweigelt, a prominent Austrian viticulturist. It is a crossing between the St. Laurent and Blaufränkisch grape varieties. Zweigelt is the most widely planted red-wine grape in Austria, known for its versatility and adaptability to various winemaking styles.
Appearance: Medium-sized, blue-black berries with thick skins, forming compact clusters.
Growing Traits: Zweigelt is an early-budding and mid-ripening variety. It is generally trained on high cordon, and this is still the most widespread training method. The variety is resistant to frost but susceptible to downy mildew, botrytis, and grape wilt.
Food Pairing Zweigelt's fruit-forward profile and moderate tannins make it a versatile companion for various dishes. It pairs well with grilled meats, such as barbecued ribs and burgers, as well as spicy cuisines like Mexican and Indian dishes. The wine's fruitiness also complements hearty pasta dishes and aged cheeses.
Body
Sweetness
Tannin
Acidity
Alcohol
Medium-bodied with a smooth texture, offering a balanced mouthfeel. Typically vinified dry, highlighting its natural acidity and fruit flavors. Low to medium tannin levels, contributing to a soft and approachable mouthfeel. Medium to high acidity, providing freshness and aging potential. Moderate alcohol content, generally ranging from 11.5% to 13.5%, contributing to the wine's body and intensity.
Red cherry 
Raspberry 
Black pepper 
Licorice 
Chocolate Zweigelt wines are characterized by their juicy and fruity flavors, including red cherry, raspberry, and plum, complemented by notes of black pepper, licorice, and chocolate. The wines are typically medium-bodied, with low tannins and medium-high acidity, contributing to their approachable and versatile nature.
Regions
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Austria
•Burgenland
•Lower Austria
•Styria
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Hungary
•Sopron
Notable Wines and Producers
Zweigelt
•Weingut Stadlmann
•Weingut Johanneshof Reinisch
•Weingut Mayer am Pfarrplatz
Zweigelt FAQ
Austria
Zweigelt has a body level of 3 out of 5. Which means that Zweigelt is Moderate bodied.
Zweigelt has a dryness level of 1 out of 5. Which means that Zweigelt is Dry.
Austria
Zweigelt is grown in Austria (Burgenland, Lower Austria, Styria)Hungary (Sopron).
Zweigelt wines are characterized by their juicy and fruity flavors, including red cherry, raspberry, and plum, complemented by notes of black pepper, licorice, and chocolate. The wines are typically medium-bodied, with low tannins and medium-high acidity, contributing to their approachable and versatile nature.
Zweigelt's fruit-forward profile and moderate tannins make it a versatile companion for various dishes. It pairs well with grilled meats, such as barbecued ribs and burgers, as well as spicy cuisines like Mexican and Indian dishes. The wine's fruitiness also complements hearty pasta dishes and aged cheeses.
Zweigelt wines are characterized by their juicy and fruity flavors, including red cherry, raspberry, and plum, complemented by notes of black pepper, licorice, and chocolate. The wines are typically medium-bodied, with low tannins and medium-high acidity, contributing to their approachable and versatile nature.