Wine has been made at the Stadler winery in Falkenstein since 1726. The family-run winery is therefore not only one of the oldest in the northern Weinviertel, but also one of the region's absolute insider tips.
It is not without reason that vineyards have always adorned the slopes around the venerable castle ruins that tower above the village. The hot summer days in Falkenstein ensure plenty of fruit in the grapes, while the comparatively cool nights give the wines their pleasantly fresh acidity. Once located directly on the primeval sea, the geology in Falkenstein is also characterised by clayey limestone, which in turn is responsible for the typical regional spiciness of the wines.
These conditions are ideal for white wine, especially Grüner Veltliner. At the Stadler winery, this grape variety accounts for around 70 percent of the 35 hectares of vineyards. The wine growing family has made a name for itself above all with the fresh and fruity Weinviertel DAC Ried Rabenstein and the elegant, peppery and spicy variety from the Ried Rosenberg. The range of white wines is complemented by Sauvignon Blanc, Welschriesling, Gelber Muskateller, Riesling and Pinot Blanc, which also find the best conditions in Falkenstein.
The particularly sunny sites are shared by the red wine varieties Zweigelt, Merlot, St. Laurent and Pinot Noir. Aged in large oak barrels or in barriques, their intense fruit and dense body show that the Weinviertel has nothing to hide when it comes to red wine. Clear delights such as frizzante and sparkling wine from Grüner Veltliner round off the versatile portfolio perfectly.
Driven by perfection, a pronounced awareness of quality and a dose of understatement, Johannes Stadler jun. is one of those winemakers who really care about their craft. He knows only too well how to elicit the full potential of his wines. The vineyards are carefully tended in accordance with the principles of natural viticulture and the young wines are meticulously worked out in the cellar with a clean finish. Numerous awards confirm that the winegrower more than lives up to his class.
In addition, the Stadler winery also has an impressive range of tourist attractions: With the newly built and modernly designed wine tavern and guest rooms, the friendly winemaking family has created a contemporary and welcoming setting for the centuries-old craft and space for conscious enjoyment. Finally, the five cozy guest rooms ensure a holistic wine experience and a relaxing vacation in picturesque Falkenstein.
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