| Zierfandler | |
|---|---|
| Grape (Vitis) | |
 | |
| Species | Vitis vinifera |
| Also called | Spätrot, Cirfandli (more) |
| Origin | Austria |
| Notable regions | Thermenregion |
| Notable wines | Spätrot-Rotgipfler |
| VIVC number | 13443 |
Zierfandler is a grape variety used to make white wine in the Thermenregion of Austria. It is also known as Spätrot ("late red") because it turns red just before harvest time.[1] It is traditionally blended with Rotgipfler but is increasingly being sold as a varietal wine. Zierfandler wines are typically elegant and quite sweet, but with much balancing acidity and a nutty bouquet of pistachios and almonds. They are capable of ageing well.
- ^ Wines From Austria Austria wine grapes Archived May 13, 2008, at the Wayback Machine