The 2019 Weinlaubenhof Kracher Trockenbeerenauslese No. 4 Zweigelt is a notable wine from Austria, produced by Alois Kracher in the Burgenland region. This white wine, made from the Zweigelt varietal, is distinguished by its unique combination of red-wine characteristics and delicate sweetness. With an alcohol content of 9.0%, it is sealed with a natural cork closure.
James Suckling awarded this wine a score of 94 points, highlighting its "very attractive nose of dried cherry, cranberry and strawberry with a touch of unrefined brown-sugar aroma." He emphasized the red-wine character that comes through, noting that despite its analytical sweetness, it doesn’t taste overly sweet. Suckling concluded, "Tannins, too. Analytically, this has opulent sweetness, but it certainly doesn’t taste like that. Drink or hold." His review suggests that the wine’s tannic structure and fruit-forward profile make it versatile for both immediate consumption and aging.
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate gave an even higher score of 96 points, describing it as a "gorgeous wine" with a "beautiful bouquet of ripe cherries, plums and strawberries, sea buckthorn, white nougat, cigar box and smoked oak." The wine undergoes fermentation on the mash for 5-7 days prior to pressing, which contributes to its complex aromas and flavors. The reviewer noted its "sweet and tart or even (lime) bitters on the palate, with toasty aromas and remarkably fine and vivacious acidity." The review also praised the wine’s balance, stating that its sweetness is "not at all sticky, just the contrary thanks to the pure and saline finish."
Both reviews highlight the wine’s complexity and balance, with particular emphasis on its red fruit aromas and fine acidity. The 2019 Weinlaubenhof Kracher Trockenbeerenauslese No. 4 Zweigelt stands out for its unique profile that bridges the characteristics of red and white wines, making it a notable option for wine enthusiasts seeking a distinctive drinking experience.