Obsthof Retter - Edition Sommelier: Hirschbirne / Autumn Pear (2023)

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Powerful essence of the Autumn Pear (Hirschbirne).
Notes of honey and mountain herbs. Precise acidity.
Endless length and crystal-clear aromas of an old pear variety.

Without Alcohol (0.0%)

character
Classic
Progressive

Content: 750 ml

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Fruit essence

Fruit essences are not mass-produced juices, but handcrafted beverages with a gastronomic focus. The harvest time and the fruit's condition are crucial. The goal is not the primary aroma, but a multifaceted drinking experience with depth, clarity, and tranquility.

Production begins with a gentle pressing process that preserves the finesse and structure. Depending on the producer, the essences mature further – in some cases for months or even years – allowing the natural acidity to settle and the texture to gain depth. This results in precise compositions with a clear, clean line and no heaviness.

In the glass, the interplay of sugar and acidity takes center stage: clear fruit, a defined profile, and a lingering finish. The focus is on acidity, fine tannins, and depth. Quince reveals citrus, honey, and spice; cherry brings dark berries and herbal notes; grape spans the spectrum from minerality to floral nuances – present, precise, and distinctive.

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Selection & Expertise

More than 100 carefully curated drinks – all tasted, tested and selected by us according to gastronomic standards.

OUR PERSPECTIVE

The Hirschbirne pear isn't just any Hirschbirne pear. It's more reminiscent of a grand selection (if it were produced that way in Eastern Styria). The honey and mountain herb nuances are so delicate, accompanying and complementing the main fruit flavor. The acidity is gentle yet assertive, as is typical of the Hirschbirne. It's complex and profound; you won't want to eat anything else for a long time afterward, to preserve the flavor as long as possible.

AVERAGE NUTRITIONAL VALUES

Per 100 ml: Energy: 232 kJ / 55 kcal, Fat: 0.30 g, of which saturates: 0.10 g, Carbohydrate: 12.00 g, of which sugars: 11.90 g, Protein: 0.10 g, Salt: < 0.01 g

vegan

low histamine

Ingredients

Naturally cloudy pear juice made from hand-picked old pear varieties from traditional orchards.
allergens

Contains no known allergens.
producer:in

Obsthof Retter GmbH, Winzendorf 142, 8225 Pöllau, Austria
durability

Unopened, see label for best before date. Once opened, consume within 7 days, refrigerated.

PROFILE & STRUCTURE

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Obsthof Retter - Edition Sommelier: Hirschbirne / Autumn Pear (2023) BEHIND THE SCENE'S

PRODUCTION

The fruit is hand-picked at full ripeness and processed immediately – only the first-pressed juice goes into the essence. Naturally cloudy pear juice from hand-picked old pear varieties from traditional orchards forms the basis. After pressing, the juice rests for natural clarification, allowing suspended solids to settle on their own; filtration and additives are omitted to preserve the characteristic depth of flavor of the old pear varieties. The essence then matures for months, sometimes years, in the cool castle cellar of Pöllau, where natural acid reduction ensures smoothness and balance.

The Hirschbirne, a rare Styrian wild pear, grows on nutrient-poor soils, resulting in particularly concentrated aromas – delicately tart, spicy, and with a clear fruit acidity. Careful processing and long ripening give this essence its rich and precise character.

FOOD PAIRING

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Poultry & light meat

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MORE ABOUT FRUIT FARM SAVIOR

With its Sommelier Edition, Obsthof Retter showcases its highest concentration of fruit: selected berries and fruit varieties from the best locations, hand-harvested, gently processed, and matured to aromatic depth in the castle cellar. Designed for gastronomic pairings and all those moments when something ripe, precise, and fruit-driven is desired at the table.