Rosi Schuster Blaufrankisch

Founded in 1979, the same year winemaker Hannes Schuster's parents tied the knot, this family estate nurtures around 11 hectares of vines, some as old as 60 years. In recent years, Hannes and his mother Rosi have passionately focused on Sankt Laurent, Blaufränkisch, and Rotburger, cultivating their vineyards organically with a commitment to low yields that produce extraordinary fruit. Their younger vines are crafted into expressions of Burgenland Blaufränkisch, Sankt Laurent, and Rotburger—elegant interpretations of classic regional wines.

Fermentation is gentle, occurring in open-top fermenters, either wooden or stainless steel, with both alcoholic and malolactic fermentations happening spontaneously. The estate’s diverse soils, ranging from sandy loam to limestone and clay, reflect the unique terroir of the various surrounding villages, with a touch of slate adding complexity.

This latest vintage showcases a radiant, blue-fruited Blaufränkisch, bursting with juicy ripeness and bright, vivid flavors. Farmed using organic and biodynamic principles, the wine is spontaneously fermented with native yeast in open-top vats and aged in 500-liter Stockinger barrels. With no new oak, the focus remains firmly on the fruit and earthy expression, delivering dark, textural tannins that promise graceful aging.