The family winery currently cultivates 16 hectares of vineyards. They are spread across the best sites in central Burgenland, from Horitschon to Unterpetersdorf and Deutschkreutz. The winery is located in Draßmarkt, around 15 kilometres from Horitschon. Over 70 percent of the vineyards are planted with Blaufränkisch, while Zweigelt, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and some Grüner Veltliner are also cultivated. The passion of winemaker Franz Straß, however, lies entirely with Blaufränkisch. The grapes are harvested by hand, which enables selection in the vineyard. A unique feature of the winery is the use of barrels made from local oak. All red wines are matured in these barrels for one to three years. The balance of the wine determines when it is bottled. Preserving the typicity of the region and the varietal character is very important to the winegrower, and this is reflected in his wines. Wine tastings and cellar tours are possible at any time by appointment.
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