AWARDS
92 Points | Falstaff
91 Points | Wine Enthusiast, 2019
90 Points | James Suckling, 2023
90 Points | Falstaff, 2024
89 Points | Wine Enthusiast, 2021
TASTING NOTES
Pale straw-yellow in color with aromas of pear, quince, spicy pepper. Medium bodied with a long finish and excellent acidity.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Seafood, asian cuisine, wiener schnitz
AWARDS
92 Points | Falstaff
91 Points | Wine Enthusiast, 2019
90 Points | James Suckling, 2023
90 Points | Falstaff, 2024
89 Points | Wine Enthusiast, 2021
TASTING NOTES
Pale straw-yellow in color with aromas of pear, quince, spicy pepper. Medium bodied with a long finish and excellent acidity.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Seafood, asian cuisine, wiener schnitzel, roast pork, bitter greens and salads.
VINIFICATION
Hand-picked, exclusive use of free-run juice, cooled fermentation at 19°C by 2 months resting on the yeast.
WINE STYLE | Dry
VARIETAL | Grüner Veltliner
AGE OF THE VINES | 31 years
VINEYARDS | Großhöflein
SOIL | Clay and limestone soil
YIELDS | Selective hand harvesting, yields 50hl/ha
ALCOHOL | 13 %
SERVING TEMPERATURE | 8-10°C - 46-50°F
AWARDS
92 Points | James Suckling, 2023
92 Points | Vinous, 2023
92 Points | Falstaff, 2023
90 Points | Decanter, 2023
90 Points | Wine Enthusiast, 2023
TASTING NOTES
The wine displays yellow fruits, grapefruit, and a delicate waxy note. The beautifully integrated acidity underlines the varietal character. On the palate, there are subtle notes o
AWARDS
92 Points | James Suckling, 2023
92 Points | Vinous, 2023
92 Points | Falstaff, 2023
90 Points | Decanter, 2023
90 Points | Wine Enthusiast, 2023
TASTING NOTES
The wine displays yellow fruits, grapefruit, and a delicate waxy note. The beautifully integrated acidity underlines the varietal character. On the palate, there are subtle notes of almond, and the creamy texture rounds out the wine.
FOOD PAIRINGS
White meat, roasted fish, and summer salads.
SOIL
Barren soils on limestone from the village of Sankt Margarethen, near the old quarry. The vineyards are located at approximately 160 meters above sea level, where the soil has low water retention capacity. No irrigation – organic compost, cover crops between the rows – gentle pruning.
VINIFICATION
The grapes are harvested by hand and undergo a short maceration period. This is followed by spontaneous fermentation with 5% whole bunches in 500-liter Leithaberg oak barrels. After malolactic fermentation, the wine is aged on its fine lees in the barrels for 8 months.
WINE STYLE | Dry
VARIETY | Furmint
VINEYARDS | St. Margarethen
APPELLATION | Leithaberg DAC
ALCOHOL | 13%
RESIDUAL SUGAR | 1 g/l.
ACIDITY | 5.3 g/l.
SERVING TEMPERATURE | 8-10°C - 46-50°F
AWARDS
90 Points | Wine Enthusiast
TASTING NOTES
Transparent ruby garnet. Fine aromas of strawberries, sour cherries, blood orange and marzipan. On the palate, it is elegant and its silky tannins give this wine a wonderful structure.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Charcuterie, mushrooms, truffles, risotto and beef bourguignon.
VINIFICATION
Fermentation with floo
AWARDS
90 Points | Wine Enthusiast
TASTING NOTES
Transparent ruby garnet. Fine aromas of strawberries, sour cherries, blood orange and marzipan. On the palate, it is elegant and its silky tannins give this wine a wonderful structure.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Charcuterie, mushrooms, truffles, risotto and beef bourguignon.
VINIFICATION
Fermentation with flooding of the cap, 12-day skin contact to preserve the fruit, 12 months barrique.
WINE STYLE | Dry
VARIETAL | Pinot Noir
AGE OF THE VINES | 16-23 years
VINEYARDS | St. Margarethen, Rust
SOIL | Sandy-loamy soil on a gravel base
YIELDS | Selective hand harvesting, yields 54hl/ha
ALCOHOL | 13 %
SERVING TEMP | 14-16°C - 57-61°F
AWARDS
90 Points | Wine Enthusiast, 2017
TASTING NOTES
Dark ruby-garnet in color. Aromas of cherries, blackberries and nougat. Elegant and soft mouthfeel with silky tannins.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Lighter red meats, chicken and shellfish.
VINIFICATION
Traditional must fermentation, punching down and flooding of cap, 10 days skin contact.
WINE STYLE |
AWARDS
90 Points | Wine Enthusiast, 2017
TASTING NOTES
Dark ruby-garnet in color. Aromas of cherries, blackberries and nougat. Elegant and soft mouthfeel with silky tannins.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Lighter red meats, chicken and shellfish.
VINIFICATION
Traditional must fermentation, punching down and flooding of cap, 10 days skin contact.
WINE STYLE | Dry
VARIETY | Zweigelt
AGE OF VINES | 22 years
VINEYARDS | Großhöflein
SOIL | Heavy Loamy soil on a gravel base
YIELDS | Selective hand harvesting, yields 50hl/ha
ALCOHOL | 13.5% Vol.
SERVING TEMPERATURE | 14-16° C - 57-61°F
AWARDS
92 Points | Falstaff, 2022
89 Points | Wine Enthusiast, 2022, 2019
TASTING NOTES
Intense purple-red in color. Aromas of blackberry, sour cherry and rose hips. Flavors of violets and black pepper with a lively acidity and velvety texture.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Smoked sausage, red potato goulash, and cheesy spaetzle dumplings.
VINIFICATION
Tradition
AWARDS
92 Points | Falstaff, 2022
89 Points | Wine Enthusiast, 2022, 2019
TASTING NOTES
Intense purple-red in color. Aromas of blackberry, sour cherry and rose hips. Flavors of violets and black pepper with a lively acidity and velvety texture.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Smoked sausage, red potato goulash, and cheesy spaetzle dumplings.
VINIFICATION
Traditional must fermentation with punching down and flooding of the cap, 10 days skin contact.
WINE STYLE | Dry
VARIETY | Blaufränkisch
AGE OF VINES | 26 years
VINEYARDS | St. Georgen, Großhöflein
SOIL | Heavy loamy soil on a gravel base
YIELDS | Selective hand harvesting, yields 50hl/ha
ALCOHOL | 12.5 % Vol.
SERVING TEMPERATURE | 14-16°C - 57-61°F
AWARDS
90 Points | Wine Enthusiast, 2022
TASTING NOTES
In the glass, the wine displays black cherry, blackberry, and black pepper. A hint of nougat and dark chocolate underlines these aromas. Juicy and fresh, the wine is carried by balanced tannins and an elegant acidity.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Hearty meat and mushroom dishes.
SOIL
The vineyards are loca
AWARDS
90 Points | Wine Enthusiast, 2022
TASTING NOTES
In the glass, the wine displays black cherry, blackberry, and black pepper. A hint of nougat and dark chocolate underlines these aromas. Juicy and fresh, the wine is carried by balanced tannins and an elegant acidity.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Hearty meat and mushroom dishes.
SOIL
The vineyards are located on the Föllikberg mountain at an altitude of approximately 200 meters above sea level. The vineyards are characterized by clayey black soil on Leitha limestone and are situated on a southeast-facing slope at the foot of the Leitha Mountains. The vines are approximately 30 years old. No irrigation – organic compost – green cover between the rows – gentle pruning.
VINIFICATION
The grapes are harvested by hand, then destemmed and crushed. Fermentation takes place in wooden fermentation stands, with the skins being punched down at regular intervals. After 12 days, the wine is pressed, and fermentation is completed in a used 500-liter Leithaberg oak barrel. After racking, it ages for a further 18 months in the barrels.
WINE STYLE | Dry
VARIETY | Blaufränkisch
VINEYARDS | Grosshoflein
APPELLATION | Leithaberg DAC
ALCOHOL | 13%
RESIDUAL SUGAR | 1 g/l.
ACIDITY | 5.5 g/l.
SERVING TEMPERATURE | 16-18°C - 61-65°F
AWARDS
94 Points | Falstaff, 2022
93 Points | Wine Enthusiast, 2023, 2022
92 Points | Vinious, 2021
TASTING NOTES
On the nose, the wine displays dark fruits such as blackberry and sour cherry, supported by notes of licorice and tobacco. The restrained use of wood exudes a scent of roasted hazelnuts. On the palate, the powerful wine is consiste
AWARDS
94 Points | Falstaff, 2022
93 Points | Wine Enthusiast, 2023, 2022
92 Points | Vinious, 2021
TASTING NOTES
On the nose, the wine displays dark fruits such as blackberry and sour cherry, supported by notes of licorice and tobacco. The restrained use of wood exudes a scent of roasted hazelnuts. On the palate, the powerful wine is consistently fresh, with elegant tannins and a delicate minerality beautifully woven in.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Roast beef, baked porcini mushrooms, and hard cheese.
SOIL
The topsoil consists of clayey black earth, which becomes sandier after a few centimeters, with massive shell limestone blocks. Crystalline slate is found in the deeper layers. At an altitude of approximately 180 meters above sea level, the vineyard is largely south-facing. No irrigation – organic compost. Covered soil between the rows – gentle pruning.
VINIFICATION
The grapes are harvested by hand, then destemmed, crushed, and fermented on the skins in wooden fermentation stands for 21 days.
WINE STYLE | Dry
VARIETY | Blaufränkisch
VINEYARDS | Ried Schilden
APPELLATION | Leithaberg DAC
ALCOHOL | 13.5%
RESIDUAL SUGAR | 1 g/l.
ACIDITY | 6 g/l.
SERVING TEMPERATURE | 14-16°C - 57-61°F
AWARDS
93 Points | Falstaff, 2022
92 Points | Wine Enthusiast, 2022
91 Points | Vinous, 2022
TASTING NOTES
The nose of the wine is characterized by aromas of blackberry, black cherry, and pepper. On the palate, it presents itself taut with ripe, robust tannins. A delicate woody note enhances the character typical of its origin.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Dar
AWARDS
93 Points | Falstaff, 2022
92 Points | Wine Enthusiast, 2022
91 Points | Vinous, 2022
TASTING NOTES
The nose of the wine is characterized by aromas of blackberry, black cherry, and pepper. On the palate, it presents itself taut with ripe, robust tannins. A delicate woody note enhances the character typical of its origin.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Dark meat, hearty pasta dishes, and porcini mushrooms.
SOIL
The vineyards are located in the Sankt Georgen district and are planted on shell limestone and mica schist. The vines are up to 40 years old, the predominant exposure is southeast, and the nearby forest has a positive effect on the climatic conditions. No irrigation – organic compost – soil cover between the rows – gentle pruning.
VINIFICATION
The grapes are harvested by hand, then destemmed and crushed. Fermentation takes place in wooden fermentation racks, with the must cap being punched down at regular intervals. After 14 days, the wine is pressed, and fermentation is completed in a used 500-liter Leithaberg oak barrel. After racking, it is aged for a further 18 months in the barrels.
WINE STYLE | Dry
VARIETY | Blaufränkisch
VINEYARDS | St. Georgen
APPELLATION | Leithaberg DAC
ALCOHOL | 13%
RESIDUAL SUGAR | 1 g/l.
ACIDITY | 5.5 g/l.
SERVING TEMPERATURE | 14-16°C - 57-61°F
AWARDS
Best Buy | Wine Enthusiast, 2023
ABOUT
The connection between wine and art is a long-standing one, with many artists throughout history finding inspiration in the flavors and aromas of their favorite wines. In this case, world-renowned Austrian artist Adi Holzer’s tribute to Papageno serves as a testament to the beauty and complexity
AWARDS
Best Buy | Wine Enthusiast, 2023
ABOUT
The connection between wine and art is a long-standing one, with many artists throughout history finding inspiration in the flavors and aromas of their favorite wines. In this case, world-renowned Austrian artist Adi Holzer’s tribute to Papageno serves as a testament to the beauty and complexity of both wine and art. Whether you are a wine lover or an art aficionado, this wine is sure to inspire and delight with its crisp acidity, elegant minerality and bright citrus flavors.
TASTING NOTES
Apple and lentil flavors are juicy and well-spiced in this medium-bodied white. Pastry notes linger on the moderately spiced finish.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Cold and warm appetizers, poultry, fried meat like Wiener Schnitzel, green vegetables, and salads.
WINE STYLE | Dry
VARIETALS | Grüner Veltliner
AGE OF THE VINES | 20 years old
SOIL | Clay and Limestone Soil
YIELDS | Hand harvesting, yields 80hl/ha
ALCOHOL | 12,0% Vol
SERVING TEMPERATURE | 8-10ºC / 46-50ºF
VINIFICATION | Hand-picked, exclusive use of free-run juice, cooled fermentation at 19ºC
AWARDS
91 Points | Wine Enthusiast, 2023
Best Buy | Wine Enthusiast, 2021
TASTING NOTES
Pale straw yellow in color with aromas of quince, pear, grapefruit and spicy pepper. On the palate it is well balanced with vibrant acidity.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Fried chicken and Wiener Schnitzel.
WINE STYLE | Dry
VARIETALS | 100% Grüner Veltliner
AGE OF THE
AWARDS
91 Points | Wine Enthusiast, 2023
Best Buy | Wine Enthusiast, 2021
TASTING NOTES
Pale straw yellow in color with aromas of quince, pear, grapefruit and spicy pepper. On the palate it is well balanced with vibrant acidity.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Fried chicken and Wiener Schnitzel.
WINE STYLE | Dry
VARIETALS | 100% Grüner Veltliner
AGE OF THE VINES | 29 years
VINEYARDS | St. Georgen, Rust
SOIL | Meager, sandy-loamy soil with a high lime portion
YIELDS | 60 hl/ha
ALCOHOL CONTENT | 12,5 % Vol.
SERVING TEMPERATURE | 59-63° F / 7-9° C
VINIFICATION | Cooled fermentation at 16° C, 2 months on the lees
TASTING NOTES
Medium salmon color with aromas of rose hips, raspberries, rhubarb and herbal spices. Elegant acidty and mouth feel.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Quiche, asparagus, barbecued pork, tarts and assorted cheeses.
WINE STYLE | Dry
VARIETALS | 80% Pinot and 20% Blaufränkisch
AGE OF THE VINES | 27 years
VINEYARDS | St. Georgen, Rust
SOIL | Meager
TASTING NOTES
Medium salmon color with aromas of rose hips, raspberries, rhubarb and herbal spices. Elegant acidty and mouth feel.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Quiche, asparagus, barbecued pork, tarts and assorted cheeses.
WINE STYLE | Dry
VARIETALS | 80% Pinot and 20% Blaufränkisch
AGE OF THE VINES | 27 years
VINEYARDS | St. Georgen, Rust
SOIL | Meager, sandy-loamy soil with a high lime portion
YIELDS | 60 hl/ha
ALCOHOL CONTENT | 12,5 % Vol.
SERVING TEMPERATURE | 46-50° F / 8-10° C
VINIFICATION | Cooled fermentation at 16° C, 2 months on the lees
TASTING NOTES
Dark ruby red in color with full and intense aromas of blueberries, prunes, and spice. On the palate, it is full-bodied with ripe fruit and soft tannins. The finish is long and intense with a peppery-spicy echo.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Wild game, ham, fresh fruit and an assortment of cheeses.
WINE STYLE | Dry
VARIETALS | Blaufränkis
TASTING NOTES
Dark ruby red in color with full and intense aromas of blueberries, prunes, and spice. On the palate, it is full-bodied with ripe fruit and soft tannins. The finish is long and intense with a peppery-spicy echo.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Wild game, ham, fresh fruit and an assortment of cheeses.
WINE STYLE | Dry
VARIETALS | Blaufränkisch, Zweigelt
AGE OF THE WINES | 15 and 7 years old
VINEYARDS | St. Georgen, Großhöflein
SOIL | Meager, sandy-loamy soil with a high lime portion
YIELDS | 40 hl/ha
ALCOHOL CONTENT | 13,5 % Vol.
SERVING TEMPERATURE | 61-65° F / 16-18° C
VINIFICATION | 21 days temperature-controlled fermentation (at 30°C / 86°F), matured in used barriques as well as traditional wooden casks for 12 months.
PACKAGING
3L Bottle
INCLUDES
1 Klimt Red Blend
1 Klimt Grüner Veltliner
ABOUT
Dry red wine made from naturally dried grapes.
TASTING NOTES
Flavors of blackberry, cherry, dark chocolate, black figs, raisins and allspice.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Steaks, stews and ribs.
VINIFICATION
Selected bunches of blaufränksich are dried on straw mats for 60 days. Long and slow wild fermentation, with 30 days on skins.
AGEING | 22 months in
ABOUT
Dry red wine made from naturally dried grapes.
TASTING NOTES
Flavors of blackberry, cherry, dark chocolate, black figs, raisins and allspice.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Steaks, stews and ribs.
VINIFICATION
Selected bunches of blaufränksich are dried on straw mats for 60 days. Long and slow wild fermentation, with 30 days on skins.
AGEING | 22 months in French Oak
LOT | BMMXXF
PRODUCTION | 630 bottles
ALCOHOL | 16%
TOTAL ACIDITY | 5.8 g/L
RESIDUAL SUGAR | 1.7 g/L
AWARDS
94 Points | Falstaff
93 Points | Vinous, 2021
91 Points | Decanter, 2021
TASTING NOTES
This wine is the pinnacle of the Esterházy Estate. It has a sumptuous palate, with perfect balance, ripe tannins and full-bodied fruit flavors. Excellent aging potential.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Steak, game, lamb, and aged hard cheeses.
VARIETALS | Merlot and Cab
AWARDS
94 Points | Falstaff
93 Points | Vinous, 2021
91 Points | Decanter, 2021
TASTING NOTES
This wine is the pinnacle of the Esterházy Estate. It has a sumptuous palate, with perfect balance, ripe tannins and full-bodied fruit flavors. Excellent aging potential.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Steak, game, lamb, and aged hard cheeses.
VARIETALS | Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon
VINIFICATION | 3 weeks fermentation and maceration in 5,500-liter wooden fermenters, followed by 18 months aging in new barriques
AWARDS
94 Points | Wine Enthusiast
TASTING NOTES
Brilliant lemon yellow. In the nose fine flower nectar, in addition citrus and apricot with delicate smoky hints. The sweetness is in the foreground, but perfectly balanced by a refreshing acidity. Fine, elegant and deep.
VINIFICATION
The grapes were harvested on 16 December 2018 in the early mo
AWARDS
94 Points | Wine Enthusiast
TASTING NOTES
Brilliant lemon yellow. In the nose fine flower nectar, in addition citrus and apricot with delicate smoky hints. The sweetness is in the foreground, but perfectly balanced by a refreshing acidity. Fine, elegant and deep.
VINIFICATION
The grapes were harvested on 16 December 2018 in the early morning hours at minus 9° Celsius and pressed immediately. The must was slowly fermented in small wooden barrels, the fermentation then stopped at an alcohol level of 10% by cooling to achieve a nice balance of residual sugar and acidity.
FOOD PAIRING
The wine thrives on its elegant sweet-acid interplay and crystal-clear fruit combined with fine wood spice. As such, it harmonises perfectly with fruit-driven desserts or as a soloist with an aperitif.
VARIETALS | Grüner Veltliner
ALCOHOL | 10%
TASTING NOTES
Brilliant golden yellow in color. Aromas of flower nectar, citrus and stone fruit. The sweetness is in the foreground but is perfectly balanced by refreshing acidity. Fine, elegant, and profound.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Spicy foods, sausage, capers, strong cheeses and fruit-based desserts.
VINTAGE | 2017
FLAVOR | Sweet
VARIETAL | Chardonna
TASTING NOTES
Brilliant golden yellow in color. Aromas of flower nectar, citrus and stone fruit. The sweetness is in the foreground but is perfectly balanced by refreshing acidity. Fine, elegant, and profound.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Spicy foods, sausage, capers, strong cheeses and fruit-based desserts.
VINTAGE | 2017
FLAVOR | Sweet
VARIETAL | Chardonnay
ALCOHOL | 10%
RESIDUAL SUGAR | 152 gr/l
ACIDITY | 6.5 gr/l
TASTING NOTES
Intense golden yellow color. Aromas of apricot, citrus, dried fruits and honey. Intensly sweet, very juicy and densely structured, this wine has the perfect balance of sweetness and acidity.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Fresh fruit tarts, crème brûlée, custards, mince pies, savory cheeses, Christmas cake and vanilla ice cream.
VINTAGE | 2015
F
TASTING NOTES
Intense golden yellow color. Aromas of apricot, citrus, dried fruits and honey. Intensly sweet, very juicy and densely structured, this wine has the perfect balance of sweetness and acidity.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Fresh fruit tarts, crème brûlée, custards, mince pies, savory cheeses, Christmas cake and vanilla ice cream.
VINTAGE | 2015
FLAVOR | Sweet
VARIETALS | Scheurebe, Pinot Blanc, Welschriesling
ALCOHOL | 10%
RESIDUAL SUGAR | 151 gr/l
ACIDITY | 5.8 gr/l
BOTTLE SIZE | 375ml
ABOUT
Cuvee Trokenbeerenauslese refers to the dessert wines of the highest category. The wine is made from selected podvyadshie or, as winemakers zaizyumlennyh berries affected by noble rot, called Botrytis. Damaging effect of the fungus Botrytis can under certain conditions have a positive effect. Their spores fungus perforates the thinne
ABOUT
Cuvee Trokenbeerenauslese refers to the dessert wines of the highest category. The wine is made from selected podvyadshie or, as winemakers zaizyumlennyh berries affected by noble rot, called Botrytis. Damaging effect of the fungus Botrytis can under certain conditions have a positive effect. Their spores fungus perforates the thinned skin maturation process progresses and causes increased evaporation of water in the berries. As a result, the fruit increases the concentration of sugar and acid, which allows you to get a sweet wine of unsurpassed quality. To produce one bottle of wine Cuvée Trockenbeerenauslese need at least 15 kg of grapes. The berries are harvested by hand, comes with 1 hectare only 300 liters. The collected berries crushed and left for two weeks. Next, the fermentation in oak barrels with natural yeasts.
TASTING NOTES
The wine charming golden-yellow color. The aroma of wine delights subtle sweetness with shimmering notes of dried fruit, oranges and honey. Fantastic, very memorable, full-bodied taste of wine affects the sweetness without the slightest hint of mawkishness and balanced acidity, intense fruity structure.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Sweet desserts, chocolate and mature cheeses.
FLAVOR | Sweet
VARIETALS | Welschriesling, Chardonnay
ALCOHOL | 11%
RESIDUAL SUGAR | 151 gr/l
ACIDITY | 5.8 gr/l
BOTTLE SIZE | 375ml
Influenced by the hot continental Pannonian climate, the easternmost of Austrian federal states – Burgenland – produces the most opulent and authoritative red wines in Austria, along with complex whites and extraordinarily fine nobly sweet wines. Here, though, there are regional differences – not to be underestimated – that come into play with regard to the natural conditions.
AREA UNDER VINE | 11,772 ha
PREDOMINANT GRAPES | Blaufränkisch &
Zweigelt