/ TSVY-gelt / · Also known as Rotburger, Blauer Zweigelt
Austria's most popular red — juicy cherries with a peppery twist.
Zweigelt was created in 1922 by Dr. Fritz Zweigelt, who crossed Blaufränkisch with St. Laurent. It inherited the spice of one parent and the soft, cherry fruit of the other. Today it is Austria's most planted red, making everything from light, chillable reds to richer oak-aged wines.
Serve at
14–16°C
Glass
Red wine glass
Decanting
Not needed
Climate
Cool to moderate
How Zweigelt typically feels in the mouth.
What to look for in the glass.
Fruit
Spice & floral
The regions to know on a wine list.
Carnuntum · Austria
Rich, spicy reds east of Vienna
Burgenland — ripe and juicy
Light, fresh styles
Classic matches that work every time.
Say it at the table
“Austria's favourite red — juicy cherries, a peppery twist and soft tannins. Easy to drink, easy to pair.”
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