Wine has been part of the Esterházy family for centuries: The first evidence of viticulture in Burgenland by the Esterházy princely family dates back to 1612, with cellar records dating back to 1758. Almost two decades ago, the vinification of the grapes found a contemporary new home in Trausdorf near the Leitha Mountains. In 2023, a new important milestone was set with the completion of organic certification. Hand-picked grapes from six surrounding communities, up to a maximum of ten kilometres from the winery, thrive on shell limestone and mica schist on the easternmost foothills of the Alps in northern Burgenland. Gentle pruning, careful soil cultivation and organic compost from the neighbouring Esterházy organic estate promote the vitality of the plants and ensure optimal grape growth. The interplay of different microclimates and the consistent avoidance of irrigation result in expressive cool-climate wines, which are divided into a three-tier pyramid of origin: Regional wine, local wine and Riedenwein.
Since 2023, the winery has been using innovative technology: three of the largest concrete eggs in the world, each with a capacity of 3,800 litres, made from 30 percent Pauliberg basalt. The result is elegant wines with a mineral character that reflect the uniqueness of the terroir. More information can be found at esterhazywein.at
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