The history of the monastery cellar of the Brothers of Mercy in Eisenstadt goes back over 260 years - a tradition that is still alive today. When Prince Paul II Anton Esterházy donated a hospital, a church and a pharmacy to the Brothers of Mercy, it also included agricultural land, including several vineyards planted with vines. What was then used to supply the hospital developed over the centuries into a unique wine-growing tradition. Today, the Eisenstadt convent is the only one of the order represented worldwide that produces its own wine.
Despite various considerations to relocate the wine cellar, it has always remained in its original location - deeply rooted in the monastery convent, the historic Spitzerhaus in Esterházystraße. Wines full of character are produced here, characterised by the unique soils on the south-western foothills of the Leitha Mountains and the vineyards on the Föllig in Großhöflein. Warm, calcareous soils provide ideal conditions for traditional grape varieties such as Blaufränkisch, Zweigelt, Cabernet Sauvignon, Welschriesling and Sauvignon Blanc. The exclusive Brüder premium line extends the range to include Chardonnay, Merlot and Pinot Noir.
For more than 30 years, every wine from the Klosterkeller has borne the signature of Rudolf Krizan. With a sure instinct, a great deal of craftsmanship and minimal use of technology, the experienced cellar master brings out the best in every grape - taking into account the individual location and vintage.
What makes the Klosterkeller special? An unbeatable combination of experience, excellent vineyards, consistently high quality, a balanced price-performance ratio and personal service in farm-gate sales. A place where history and wine enjoyment merge in a unique way.
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