A rarity in the Alpine region are locations with a microclimate where even late red varieties reach full ripeness. Loam Cabernet-Merlot owes its exceptional character to its sheltered location and the special composition and heat-storage capacity of the soils in its vineyards. A long winter delayed the vines' spring awakening to early April. Bud break was followed by further cooling, which delayed full bloom. The turbulent season continued with a warm June and a wet July, which ideally prepared the soil for the onset of ripening. Dry weeks in August with exceptionally low night temperatures and a sunny autumn made for picture-perfect weather. Although there were brief periods of rain at the end of September and the beginning of October, many warm days and increasingly cooler nights dominated the harvest season. The harvest began about 10 days later than the usual annual average and yielded significantly lower quantities. The profound white wines of 2021 delight with their pronounced freshness and particularly fine fruit aromas, while the concentrated red wines impress with a ripe tannin structure and fresh fruit body. Color: Intense ruby red. Aroma: Pleasantly fruity – delicate, tart aromas of wild cherry and black currant, dark chocolate, and subtle herbal, slightly ethereal notes. Palate: Full-bodied and juicy, with hints of cedarwood, dried fruit, and red berry flavors, with fine-grained tannins and a salty minerality.