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Kollwentz

Kollwentz

The art of winemaking in its purest form: our name guarantees the high quality of our wines!

The Kollwentz family vineyards in Grosshöflein, Burgenland, cover 25 hectares. The vineyards are located on the southern slope of the Leithagebirge and range from 170 m to 325 m above sea level, making them among the oldest and most exciting in the country.

The warmest sites are dominated by Blaufränkisch. The Point and Setz vineyards form the core of the Grosshöflein red vineyards, from which the Blaufränkisch for "Steinzeiler" – the winery's top red wine – originates.

Above 200 m, the realm of the Chardonnay grape begins. The altitude and the influence of the adjacent forests create a cool microclimate, which is reflected in the finesse of the aromas and the intensity of the taste. The Chardonnay vineyards Gloria, Tatschler, Katterstein, and Neusatz are dominated by limestone soils, as is Ried Dürr, planted with Pinot Noir.

Andi Kollwentz is a versatile winemaker among Austrian producers, as he knows how to handle a wide variety of grapes, and his wines – white, red, or sweet – are always at the top.

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Grapes

Red varieties are planted predominantly from 170m to 200m above sea level, while the kingdom of Chardonnay begins above 200m. The altitude and the influence of the forests, which cover the highest elevations of the Leithagebirge, create a cool microclimate. In these locations, the grapes will slowly ripen to full maturity, which is reflected in their exquisite aromas and intense taste.

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Terroir

The vineyards, located in the middle of the slopes and at their foot, catch every ray of sunshine from early morning until late at night. The soils are heavy and, depending on the soil type, are ideal for growing Blaufränkisch, Zweigelt, and Cabernet Sauvignon varieties.

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Climate

Burgenland province owes its characteristic wines to the Pannonian climate in its most distinctive form. This climate is characterised by cold and snowless winters and hot and dry summers, as well as a long and mild autumn, which is also known as "Indian summer". Lake Neusiedl acts as a climate regulator. Its surface, which spans 320 sq km, has a moderating effect on temperature, thus creating ideal conditions for viticulture.