the origin
What precisely does origin mean? For us, it’s a multitude of conditions which, when combined, make up the uniqueness and character of our wines. Whether it’s the combination of various microclimates, the different geological characteristics of our sites, or the personal signature of the winemaker – these influences together make the origin of our wines detectable – and delectable – in the glass.
regional wine
Located in the southeastern Waldviertel, the Kamptal is the northernmost wine-growing region in the Danube area. Crystalline rocks such as the unique Zöbing formation or powerful gneiss soils form the geological foundation of the Kamptal. The interaction of the dense mixed forests of Manhartsberg and nightly cold air currents from the north together create the signature marks of origin of regional Kamptal wines.
With our regional wines, different soil conditions and microclimates from various sites are combined in one wine. The loess-bearing soils in the southeastern Kamptal or the barren, crystalline rocks on the Wechselberg and Gaisberg form the stock character of our regional wines.
regional wine
Located in the southeastern Waldviertel, the Kamptal is the northernmost wine-growing region in the Danube area. Crystalline rocks such as the unique Zöbing formation or powerful gneiss soils form the geological foundation of the Kamptal. The interaction of the dense mixed forests of Manhartsberg and nightly cold air currents from the north together create the signature marks of origin of regional Kamptal wines.
With our regional wines, different soil conditions and microclimates from various sites are combined in one wine. The loess-bearing soils in the southeastern Kamptal or the barren, crystalline rocks on the Wechselberg and Gaisberg form the stock character of our regional wines.
village wine
The Strassertal runs west of the Kamp river and in between is the mighty Manhartsberg with its mixed forests. On the left side of the valley the Gaisberg soars up to almost 340 metres with barren mica schist soils, covered by a delicate layer of brown earth. On the opposite side, on the Wechselberg, it is gneiss soils that predominate. The Strasser Hasel, dominated by chalky loess, provides nutrient-rich soils with a good water supply.
The pre-harvested Grüner Veltliner and Riesling grapes from the Gaisberg, Offenberg, Wechselberg Spiegel and Heiligenstein are reserved for our local wines. We are only allowed to call our wines local wines because they are matured in a steel tank and exposed to yeast until the beginning of the following year.
single vineyard (Ried)
The highest-ranking geographical vineyard classifications are single-site wines. A site is defined by its unique composition of microclimate and soil, which clearly distinguish it from other sites. These delimitations are often the result of the individual directional orientation of the terraces or different soil compositions, or are due to differing climatic influences.
The significant differences in the final wine reflect the origin of the Strasser vineyards. Planting the right grape variety in the appropriate soil for that particular variety is the top priority. The choice of harvesting time is guided by the physiological ripeness of the grapes. Long exposure to yeast during the ageing process helps individual characteristics of the site flesh themselves out even better.
single vineyard (Ried)
The highest-ranking geographical vineyard classifications are single-site wines. A site is defined by its unique composition of microclimate and soil, which clearly distinguish it from other sites. These delimitations are often the result of the individual directional orientation of the terraces or different soil compositions, or are due to differing climatic influences.
The significant differences in the final wine reflect the origin of the Strasser vineyards. Planting the right grape variety in the appropriate soil for that particular variety is the top priority. The choice of harvesting time is guided by the physiological ripeness of the grapes. Long exposure to yeast during the ageing process helps individual characteristics of the site flesh themselves out even better.
Erste Lagen | 1ÖTW
Over the years, within the traditional wineries, a cru classification has been created, whereby selected sites have been certified which, due to their geological and climatic make-up, ensure above-average quality in their wines. In addition, standardised maximum yields and a common sales launch of these Premier Crus one year after the harvest contribute to even higher levels of excellence.
These Premier Crus are classified as “1ÖTW”. Here at our location in the Kamptal, only wines from the Grüner Veltliner and Riesling grapes are accredited. In Strass, it’s the Wechselberger Spiegel, Gaisberg and Offenberg sites and in Zöbing, the Zöbinger Heiligenstein, which we vinify as Premier Crus bearing the 1ÖTW logo.
