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White dry
Jurtschitsch Riesling Zöbinger Heiligenstein Alte Reben Erste Lage Kamptal DAC 2021 is a Riesling from one of the most famous Kamptal slopes, originating from Ried Heiligenstein and created from vines over 60 years old. The 2021 harvest here stands out for its tension, transparency and longevity. The farm itself describes this wine as a particularly elegant, dense, region and vintage-specific Riesling, suitable for long-term aging, and the declared aging potential is at least 2036+.
The aroma of the wine opens restrained but layered: tangerine peel, yellow stone fruit, peach and a slight tropical direction, while the overall impression remains precise, not overloaded and mineral. This is not an expressively fruity, but rather an aromatic profile that emphasizes the character of the area.
The wine is tense and very clearly structured. The ratio of 2.1 g/l of residual sugar and 7.7 ‰ of acidity indicates a more austere, refreshing style.
Terroir is essential here. Heiligenstein is distinguished by its rare geological structure: the slope is formed by 270 million year old Zöbing Permian rock and reddish, weathered desert sandstone with volcanic conglomerates. The vineyards are located in a protected natural area, and it is this poor, stony soil that helps to produce a concentrated, yet nervous and mineral style of 'Riesling'.
A calm, low-intervention approach is followed in the winemaking. The grapes were selectively harvested by hand, the must was fermented in 1000 liter local oak barrels with natural yeasts after a few hours of maceration, and the long maturation with yeasts helped the wine to gain internal balance. 2021 The season was cooler and more changeable, but the stable autumn weather allowed for extremely precise harvesting, which is why the producer considers this harvest to be exceptional, promising temperamental and long-lasting terroir wines.
Serve at 8-10 °C with white fish with fattier sauces, poultry with sauces, and seafood.
Jurtschitsch is located at the historic Sonnhof Estate in northern Austria, in the renowned Kamptal wine region. The estate’s cellar history dates back to the 14th century, when the land was cultivated by monks. In 1868, the property was acquired by the Jurtschitsch family, who have since preserved winemaking traditions with deep respect for nature while embracing innovation.
Innovation leaders in Austrian winemaking
Over time, Jurtschitsch has become one of the most forward-thinking wineries in Kamptal. They were pioneers in the region to:
Today, the name Jurtschitsch stands worldwide for exceptional quality, consistency, and sustainability.
Vineyards and key grape varieties
The majority of the vineyards are dedicated to white grape varieties, with particular focus on:
The family works meticulously with single-vineyard bottlings, emphasizing natural diversity and terroir expression—an approach highly regarded by wine professionals and collectors.
GruVe – where art meets wine
Since 1987, Jurtschitsch has released a special “GruVe” Grüner Veltliner each year, featuring a label designed annually by a different artist. It is not only a high-quality dry white wine, but also an ongoing art project that attracts wine lovers and creatives around the world.
