When rocks and boulders from the Traisen River collide with washed-out limestone, it takes a few millennia for the conglomerate to form - a catch-all term to describe an area that produces excellent Veltliners. Tom Dockner's vines grow on these ancient, glacial soils that have accumulated a wealth of valuable building blocks, namely sedimentary deposits. These, in turn, give his Grüner Veltliners from the Traisental their distinctive character: mineral, complex, expressive, and yet lean. "Conglomerate" is the name given to this unique combination of silt, gravel, calcite, and the elements - wind, and water. These unique vineyard sites are called Theyerner Berg, Pletzengraben, and Hochschopf. Since 2019, the latter two vineyards have been classified as "Erste Lagen 1ÖTW", and the winery is now a member of "Österreichische Traditionsweingüter". Grüner Veltliner and Riesling are undoubtedly the best-known varieties of the Traisental and deservedly Tom Dockner's highlights, but Traminer and Pinot Noir are also just as captivating. The winery's excellent reputation is based on sustainability and natural vineyard management. For Tom Dockner, cellar work means conveying the quality and character of the grapes from the vineyard to the bottle without compromise. This is why meticulous cleanliness and gentle processing are essential. Visitors can sample these unique wines in the bright, spacious tasting room in the heart of the Traisen Valley amid the stunning vineyard landscape.
