Zweigelt
Red wine grape variety
Also known as Blauer Zweigelt
Zweigelt is a red wine grape with signature aromas of red cherry, blackberry, white pepper. Structure: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium tannin, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Pinot Noir and Cinsault.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for bright cherry fruit with medium tannin and lively acidity.
- Check for peppery spice in a softer frame than Blaufrankisch (#1459).
Confidence signals
- Cherry and white-pepper pairing
- Medium body with fresh acidity
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Burgenland · Carnuntum · Neusiedlersee
- Classic styles: Juicy Austrian medium-bodied red · Spice-tinged cool-climate red
Common questions
Is Zweigelt a red or white grape variety?
Zweigelt is a red wine grape variety.
What does Zweigelt smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Zweigelt include red cherry, blackberry and white pepper. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium tannin, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Zweigelt?
Documented tells for Zweigelt: Look for bright cherry fruit with medium tannin and lively acidity. and Check for peppery spice in a softer frame than Blaufrankisch (#1459)..
What is Zweigelt most often confused with in blind tasting?
Zweigelt is most commonly confused with Pinot Noir, Cinsault and Gamay. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Zweigelt grown?
Classic regions for Zweigelt include Burgenland, Carnuntum and Neusiedlersee.