Weingut Rudi Pichler

Steinfeder ® Fruity charm and a stipulated maximum alcohol content of 11.5% by volume characterise the lightest style of top Vinea Wachau wines – the Steinfeder. The name itself refers to the typical Steinfeder grass (Stipa pennata), which grows near the vines in the Wachau’s terraced vineyards; it is light like a feather, and fragrant – just like the wine named af ter it. Federspiel ® This classic dr y wine is distinguished by a strong, nuance-rich character. Federspiel ® wines feature a must weight of at least 17° KMW and an alcohol content of between 11.5% and 12.5% by volume. The name Federspiel refers back to the times of falconr y, when this favourite form of noble hunting was practiced in the Wachau. Smaragd ® Smaragd is the designation for the best, most treasured wines from the Vinea Wachau’s members, with an alcohol content ranging from 12.5% by volume. The highest grade of ripeness coupled with natural concentration make this world-class designation possible. Emerald-coloured Idex lizards – also known as Smaragde – feel quite at home in the terraced vineyards of the Wachau. On bright summer days they bask in the gleaming sunshine next to the grapevines – becoming the per fect symbol for top Wachau wines with full physiological ripeness. Vinea Wachau – the regional protection organisation The Vinea Wachau (Vinea Wachau Nobilis Districtus) was founded in 1983 as an association of winegrowers in the Wachau, and monitors the provenance of wines produced by member estates in the district, classif ying these wines according to three categories of quality:

Steinfeder, Federspiel and Smaragd are registered trademarks of the Vinea Wachau.