Only hand-picked grapes of the highest quality from vineyards in the best locations are used for the vinification of Pitnauer's top wines.
In 1986, 27 breeding pairs of a colourful migratory bird with a particularly melodic song lived in Göttlesbrunn. Ornithologists and journalists came to study this rare guest. The presence of this exotic bird, known as the "bee-eater" (Merops apiaster), in the Göttlesbrunn vineyards was taken as an opportunity to name the estate's best Zweigelt wine after it. Even back then, this was a reference to the special soils (the nesting sites are in burrows in loess cliffs) and the ideal climate (the bee-eater is a warmth-loving African migratory bird). This colourful bird became the emblem of Hans and Edith Pitnauer's Zweigelt commitment. Insecticides and herbicides are completely avoided on the 22 hectares that we cultivate ourselves. The vines are cared for with experience, passion and a lot of love for nature. As a result, the estate produces excellent and very diverse wines from the vineyards around Göttlesbrunn year after year.
Over 50 percent of the total area is planted with Zweigelt. Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc make up the rest of the red wine area and are the basis for many popular single-vineyard and vintage red wines. These are particularly appreciated for their ageing potential. The white wine vineyards are planted with Grüner Veltliner, Sauvignon Blanc and Gelber Muskateller. The small but fine range of white wines also has a few surprises in store. Edith and her son Johannes are responsible for the pruning, the green work and the grape harvest. Johannes shares the high-quality vinification of the precious grapes with his father Hans. Visitors are welcome to visit the family winery in Weinbergstraße at any time by telephone appointment.
