Blaufränkisch (Austria)
Blaufränkisch is a red wine grape from Austria.
Synonyms of the variety are Frankovka, Lemberger or Blauer Limberger.
Blaufränkisch Flavors
Ripe Cherry flavors are typical for Blaufränkisch, with hints of Spices and Black Tea.
 Red Cherry |
 Black Cherry |
 Blackberry |
 Black Currant |
 Herbs |
 Spices |
 Tea Leaves |
 Oak |
Blaufränkisch Profile
Blaufränkisch is a light red wine with high acidity and high tannins:
| BODY: | Light |
| TANNINS: | High |
| FRUIT: | Medium |
| ACIDITY: | High |
| ALCOHOL: | 12-13% ABV |
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Serving temperature: 14-16°C (57-61°F) |
Blaufränkisch Food Pairing
Blaufränkisch is an "all meal wine". It pairs well with many types of food.
 Antipasti |
 Ham |
 Pizza |
 Hamburger |
 Pasta |
 Chicken |
 Pork |
 Veal |
Excellent Pairings
Austrian. International Food.
Tomato based pasta. Vinegar based sauces.
Roasted Chicken. Grilled Turkey. Pork Chops.
Cheeses
Soft Cheeses. Brie. Camembert.
Washed Cheeses. Fontina. Munster. Taleggio.
The Ideal Glass for Blaufränkisch
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Pick a Burgundy Glass for swirling & releasing the wine aromas. The shape of the glass captures and directs the delicate aromas to your nose and leads the wine to the tip of your tongue for a better reception of the tastes. The Burgundy glass was designed for the delicate and aromatic red wine Bourgogne Rouge, made from Pinot Noir grapes in Bougogne (Burgundy). |
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About Blaufränkisch
Blaufränkisch has been around since the Middle Ages.
Once it was considered one of the greatest wine grapes in the world.
Unlike grapes from Italy and France that have travelled all the world, Blaufränkisch stayed in the Austria/Hungary region to be cultivated and consumed.
It is genetically related to Zweigelt and St.Laurent.