In the heart of Austria's Mostviertel, where the pear is celebrated as a cultural treasure, organic distiller Josef Farthofer has created an exceptional speciality with Freimeisterkollektiv Speckbirne. Inspired by Pineau des Charentes, this liqueur wine combines the tradition of the Mostviertel with the finesse of French liqueur wines.
A unique composition
The Speckbirne pear, known for its high sugar content and its low acidity and tannin levels, forms the basis of this liqueur wine. Josef Farthofer stops the fermentation of the pear must by adding his own organic pear brandy, which preserves the natural sweetness of the Speckbirne. With an alcohol content of 18.2% vol. and maturation in steel tanks, the result is a taste experience that is both mild and intense.
Sustainability and craftsmanship at Freimeisterkollektiv
Josef Farthofer is not only an experienced distiller, but also an organic farmer and a pioneer of organic production who maintains a self-sufficient production cycle from cultivation to maturation. The hand-picked harvest and the gentle processing of the pears underline the high quality of SPECKBIRNE.
Serving suggestion
Speckbirne is natural and amber-coloured and is ideally enjoyed chilled or on ice. As a digestif, especially paired with blue cheese, it offers an outstanding taste experience. Its light viscosity and complex aroma make it the perfect end to any meal.
