Ausbruch
Austrian sweet wine between Beerenauslese and Trockenbeerenauslese.
Ausbruch, also called Ausbruchwein, is a quality level within the Austrian Prädikatswein category, positioned between Beerenauslese and Trockenbeerenauslese in must weight requirements. It denotes a sweet dessert wine typically produced from grapes affected by noble rot, with a minimum must weight of 30 degrees KMW. The category is unique to Austria and Hungary, and the Ruster Ausbruch has been protected as a DAC since October 2020.
Quick Facts
- Minimum must weight
- 30 degrees KMW
- Also exists in
- Hungary
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Did You Know?
- Historically, the Hungarian grape Furmint was used in Ausbruch production but is now rare in Austria.
- Most producers use Chardonnay, Pinot blanc, Traminer, and Welschriesling for Ausbruch.
- The term Ausbruch literally means "break-out."
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