
Blaufrankisch
Learn about Blaufrankisch — taste profile, popular regions and more …
Inky magenta in color with aromas of violets, herbs and spices, Blaufrankisch was first documented in Austria as far back as the 18th century and today is the second most planted red variety in Austria after its own offspring, Zweigelt. Blaufrankisch thrives in Burgenland as well as in the warmer sites of Niederösterreich (including Wachau, Kremstal, Kamptal). While most of the global acreage of Blaufrankisch remains in Austria, the variety has travelled a bit outside of its homeland and taken on a few different names. In Hungary it remains well regarded and goes by Kékfrankos; in Bulgaria it is Gamé; in the Czech Republic, Serbia and Croatia, Frankovka; and in Friuli, it is called, Franconia. The Germans call it Lemberger. Oregon claims a small amount of acreage; there it goes by its Austrian name.
Tasting Notes for Blaufrankisch
Blaufrankisch is a dry red wine and typically has a deep red to purple color, medium body, fine tannins and a racy acidity. On the palate it is full of blackberry, black cherry, tart red cherry and accents of black pepper, herbs and allspice.
Perfect Food Pairings for Blaufrankisch
Versatile because of its deep fruit, and medium tannins and acidity, Blaufrankisch goes well with smoked sausage, lighter meats, vinegar marinades, balsamic dressings, and of course, traditional Austrian dishes like red potato goulash and creamy spaetzle.
Sommelier Secrets for Blaufrankisch
In pre-Medieval times grapes were divided into superior quality, that is those whose origins lay with the Franks, called “Frankisch,” and then all others, which were deemed inferior. Because this grape was well revered, it got the name, blau (meaning blue or dark) and “Frankisch,” or Blaufrankisch. The grape was actually born from a crossing of Blauer Zimmettraube and Gouais blanc, the latter also a parent of many of our modern favorites: Chardonnay, Gamay, Aligoté, Riesling and Furmint!
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Johan Vineyards Blaufrankisch 2013Blaufrankisch from Willamette Valley, Oregon
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Moric Lutzmannsburg Alte Reben Blaufrankisch 2010Blaufrankisch from Burgenland, Austria
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Moric Lutzmannsburg Alte Reben Blaufrankisch 2013Blaufrankisch from Burgenland, Austria
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Paul Achs Spiegel Blaufrankisch 2013Blaufrankisch from Neusiedlersee, Austria
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Weinbau Schiefer Szapary Blaufrankisch 2012Blaufrankisch from Burgenland, Austria
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Weingut Muhr-van der Niepoort Carnuntum Blaufrankisch 2009Blaufrankisch from Austria
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Gesellmann Hochacker Blaufrankisch 2013Blaufrankisch from Burgenland, Austria
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Moric Blaufrankisch 2012Blaufrankisch from Burgenland, Austria
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Weingut Krutzler Trocken Blaufrankisch 2015Blaufrankisch from Burgenland, Austria
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Weingut Muhr-van der Niepoort Samt Seide Blaufrankisch 2012Blaufrankisch from Austria
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Gesellmann Hochacker Blaufrankisch 2012Blaufrankisch from Burgenland, Austria
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Weinbau Schiefer Szapary Blaufrankisch 2013Blaufrankisch from Burgenland, Austria
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Weingut Krutzler Trocken Blaufrankisch 2013Blaufrankisch from Burgenland, Austria
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Moric Reserve Blaufrankisch 2012Blaufrankisch from Burgenland, Austria
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Weingut Hans Igler Biiri Blaufrankisch 2009Blaufrankisch from Burgenland, Austria
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Heinrich Alter Berg Blaufrankisch 2007Blaufrankisch from Neusiedlersee, Austria
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Weingut Gager Ried Fabian Blaufrankisch 2011Blaufrankisch from Burgenland, Austria
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Markus Altenburger Ried Satz Blaufrankisch 2013Blaufrankisch from Neusiedlersee, Austria
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Paul Lehrner Mittelburgenland Hochacker Blaufrankisch 2009Blaufrankisch from Burgenland, Austria
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Weinbau Schiefer Reihburg Blaufrankisch 2009Blaufrankisch from Burgenland, Austria
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Moric Jagini Blaufrankisch 2008Blaufrankisch from Neusiedlersee, Austria
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Weingut Krutzler Reserve Blaufrankisch 2015Blaufrankisch from Burgenland, Austria
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Salzl Seewinkelhof Blaufrankisch 2015Blaufrankisch from Neusiedlersee, Austria
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Moric Jagini Blaufrankisch 2011Blaufrankisch from Neusiedlersee, Austria
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Paul Achs Spiegel Blaufrankisch 2007Blaufrankisch from Neusiedlersee, Austria