THE BUTCHER BLAUFRANKISCH 2020, Austria (VEGAN)

That pig label is just fun, but the wine itself is what surprised me—it’s got a really bold, peppery kick that I didn’t expect from a vegan red. Perfect with a hearty pasta dish.

The Burgenland terroir really shines through in this Blaufrankisch — it's got that earthy depth I love in Austrian reds. Paired beautifully with a lentil stew last night, and the finish was surprisingly long for a vegan wine. Definitely grabbing another bottle.

That label is hilarious and honestly made me want to try it. For a vegan red, it’s got a really nice, bold character that doesn’t taste thin at all. Great pick for something fun and unexpected from Burgenland.