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an ensemble of

The Craft + Estate portfolio is proud to represent nine of the

leading producers of Austria’s fine wine regions. Just like individual

musicians are essential to produce a well-orchestrated symphony,

each of our wines together provide a comprehensive overview of

the diverse styles and top appellations of Austrian wine.

“Varietal wines are like a violin playing a

beautiful melody.

Gemischter Satz is like a symphony.” – Fritz Wieninger

from Achs to sZigeti

AUSTRIAN

Vienna was home to many of the best-known Classical music composers, such as Joseph Haydn, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ludwig van Beethoven, Franz Schubert,

and Johann Strauss II. Of the five, only Schubert was born in Vienna.

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GRÜNER VELTLINERThe signature grape variety of Austria, this white grape is rarely planted outside of the country.

Youthful styles are typically unoaked and exude flavors of green apple, citrus and peppery

spice. Grüner Veltliner is also capable of aging for 10-20 years, developing hauntingly

complex flavors of ripe fruit, herbs and spice, with a rounded texture backed by

bracing acidity.

NIEDERÖSTERREICHWEINVIERTEL DAC

WIEN (VIENNA)

BURGENLAND

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LOIMER KAMPTAL DAC

STADT KREMSKREMSTAL DAC

PRAGERWACHAU

SCHILCHERLAND DAC

EISENBERG DAC

MITTELBURGENLAND DAC

NEUSIEDLERSEE DAC

CARNUNTUM

WIENER GEMISCHTER SATZ DAC

LEITHABERG DAC

THERMENREGION

VULKANLAND-STEIERMARK

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WIEN (VIENNA)

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BURGENLAND

STEIERMARK

HAVE SOME RespektThe respekt-BIODYN organization was founded in 2007 by a group of like-minded winemakers

dedicated to elevating the quality of winegrowing using biodynamic farming principles. Paul

Achs, Gernot Heinrich, Fritz Wieninger, and Fred Loimer were among the founding members.

Today the organization has 22 winery members throughout Austria, Germany, Italy and

Hungary. Unlike Demeter, respekt-BIODYN is purely tailored to viticulture.

LOIMER LANGENLOIS GRÜNER VELTLINER(KAMPTAL DAC)

STADT KREMS GRÜNER VELTLINER (KREMSTAL DAC)

PRAGER FEDERSPIEL STEINRIEGL RIESLING (WACHAU)

TERROIRKamptal’s loess and loam terraces combine with the warm Pannonian climate and cool forest air to provide optimal growing conditions for Grüner Veltliner.

KEY TAKEAWAYA benchmark Grüner Veltliner, with tasting notes of kaffir lime, radish and white pepper.

TERROIRLoess soil formed in the most recent Ice Age some 300,000 years ago is mainly found on the southern and southeastern slopes of the Krems vineyards.

KEY TAKEAWAYA crowd-pleasing, juicier style of Grüner Veltliner. A great option for accounts that are looking for a high quality and affordable entry point into the category.

TERROIRThe Steinriegl Vineyard is an exceptionally steep, southwest-facing site. Its soil is a unique “kalksilikatmarmor,” a limestone silicate marble.

KEY TAKEAWAYFederspiel is a designation of ripeness for dry wines of the Wachau, falling between 11.5 and 12.5% ABV.

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RUDI PICHLER SMARAGD TERRASSEN GRÜNER VELTLINER (WACHAU)

WIENINGER GEMISCHTER SATZ (VIENNA)

SZIGETI GRÜNER VELTLINER BRUT (BURGENLAND)

TERROIRThe 37 acres of estate vineyards dedicated to Grüner Veltliner and Riesling are located on south-facing terraces. Terrassen indicates it is a cuvée from multiple terraced sites.

KEY TAKEAWAYSmaragd is a designation of ripeness for dry wines of the Wachau, indicating a minimum 12.5% ABV.

TERROIR: Vineyards located within the outskirts of Vienna. Varied soils and climates from Bisamberg and Nussberg, which are separated by the Danube River.

KEY TAKEAWAYBecause the grapes are harvested at the same time (with some unripe and some overripe), the resulting wine will have a range of aromas and flavors.

TERROIRGrapes sourced from multiple vineyards within the Burgenland region, with 13 – 14 months on the lees, exceeding the requirement for the “Klassik” quality designation.

KEY TAKEAWAYA unique sparkling wine option, made méthode traditionnelle, with the distinct character and flavors of Grüner Veltliner.

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HEINRICHRED (BURGENLAND)

PAUL ACHS BLAUFRÄNKISCH HEIDEBODEN (BURGENLAND)

SATTLERHOF SÜDSTEIERMARK SAUVIGNON BLANC (SÜDSTEIERMARK)

TERROIRGrapes sourced from vineyards primarily near Lake Neusiedl where the warm Pannonian climate and alluvial soils provide ideal conditions for red grape varieties.

KEY TAKEAWAYThe high quality of this “intro” wine, demonstrates the dedication and expertise of the winery’s ability to cultivate red Austrian varietals.

TERROIREstate vineyards primarily located near Lake Neusiedl which provides a warm climate, and well-draining gravel soils.

KEY TAKEAWAYA benchmark Blaufränkisch, with “varietally-correct” tasting notes of blackberries, herbs and spice, finished with a firm acidity.

TERROIRFrom organically-farmed estate vineyards planted on steep slopes with perfect exposures. The diverse soils contain sand, gravel and shell limestone.

KEY TAKEAWAYStyria has the longest growing season of any other Sauvignon Blanc region with the earliest bud break and latest harvest, resulting in full, complex wines.

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About 3/4 of a chamber orchestra is made up of string instruments (violin, bass, etc.,) and about 3/4 of the Austrian Wine category

dollar Sales is made up of Grüner Veltliner!

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TRAISENTAL DAC

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PRODUCER / WINEMAKER

APPELLATION DESIGNATION BOTTLE

VARIETAL COMPOSITION /

OAK AGINGTASTING NOTE ACCLAIM

Wieninger, winemaker

Fritz Wieninger

Wiener Gemischter Satz DAC,

Wien (Vienna), Niederösterreich

A field blend. The primary varietals

are Grüner Veltliner, Weissburgunder, Welschriesling, Chardonnay.

Multi-faceted bouquet with layers of flavor. Round

texture with a supportive (not aggressive) acidity.

91 points, Wine Enthusiast (2016 vintage)

90 points, Wine Advocate (2016 vintage)

Sattlerhof, winemaker Andreas

Sattler

Südsteiermark (Southern Styria),

Steiermark

100% Sauvignon Blanc

The wine shows ripe stone fruit flavors while still being

light, lively, and highly aromatic thanks the cooling

influence of the Alps.


Szigeti, winemaker Norbert

Szigeti

Österreichischer Sekt G.U.

Burgenland Klassik

100% Grüner Veltliner

Delicate yet complex. Appealing peppery note, elegantly fresh fruit, and fine Mousseux with an

invigorating finish.

90 points, Wine Enthusiast

(NV)

Stadt Krems, winemaker

Fritz Miesbauer

Kremstal DAC, Niederösterreich

Certified Sustainable by

Lacon


Fresh and fruity, with aromas reminiscent of white currant,

citrus fruits and “veltliner-pfefferl” or white pepper.


Loimer, winemaker Fred

Loimer

Kamptal DAC, Niederösterreich


Fresh and crisp, with notes of green apple, lemon, radish,

and arugula. Meant to be enjoyed young.


Rudi Pichler, winemaker

Rudi Pichler

Smaragd Terrassen, Wachau, Niederösterreich


A full-bodied wine, rich in style with notes of stone fruit,

lemon, radish, and arugula.

93 points, Falstaff Wine Guide

(2016 vintage)

90+ points Wine Advocate (2016 vintage)

Prager, winemaker Toni

Bodenstein

Federspiel Steinriegl, Wachau, Niederösterreich

100% Riesling

The uniquely cool micro-climate results in an elevated aroma and focused acidity,

with a compact structure and a flavor that is distinctive of

the Wachau.


(2016 vintage)

90 points Wine Advocate (2016 vintage)

Heinrich, winemaker Gernot

HeinrichBurgenland

80% Zweigelt, 15% Blaufränkisch,

5% St. Laurent

Soft and juicy red berry fruit, with notes of spice

and tobacco. A hint of floral aromas and refreshing acidity

on the finish.


Paul Achs, winemaker Paul Achs

Burgenland

100% Blaufränkisch

This wine has a ripe and generous fruit character while also being approachable and

easy to drink.


(2015 vintage)

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