On Thursday, March 6, 2025, wine enthusiasts and connoisseurs gathered once again for an extraordinary tasting event at the Design Center in Linz.
From 3:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., visitors had the opportunity to explore the remarkable diversity of Burgenland wines, featuring an impressive lineup of esteemed producers from across the region.
Exploring Burgenland’s Wine Diversity
Burgenland, one of Austria’s most distinguished wine regions, is known for its exceptional red wines, elegant whites, and world-renowned sweet wines. The event in Linz showcased wineries from Eisenberg, Leithaberg, Mittelburgenland, Neusiedlersee, Rosalia, and Rust, offering attendees a comprehensive taste of the region’s rich viticultural landscape.
Eisenberg: The Essence of Mineral-Driven Reds
Producers from Eisenberg, including Weingut Grosz, Groszer Wein, and Wein Herczeg, presented their latest vintages, highlighting the region’s signature Blaufränkisch. With its iron-rich soils and distinctive minerality, Eisenberg wines captivated attendees with their depth, elegance, and vibrant acidity.
Leithaberg: A Harmony of Whites and Reds
The Leithaberg region was well represented with wineries such as Weingut Esterhazy, Leo Hillinger, and Weingut MAD. Known for their refined Chardonnay and Blaufränkisch, Leithaberg wines impressed with their balance of structure and freshness, showcasing the influence of limestone and schist soils.
Mittelburgenland: The Heart of Austrian Blaufränkisch
Mittelburgenland, often referred to as "Blaufränkischland," featured top-tier wineries like Weingut Silvia Heinrich, Weingut Gager, and IBY Rotweingut. These producers presented powerful yet elegant expressions of Blaufränkisch, demonstrating why this variety thrives in the region’s warm climate and loamy soils.
Neusiedlersee: A Sweet and Red Wine Paradise
Neusiedlersee is famed for both its noble sweet wines and full-bodied reds. Wineries such as Weingut Keringer, Scheiblhofer, and Sektkellerei Szigeti showcased their latest releases, including luscious Trockenbeerenauslese, rich Zweigelt, and premium sparkling wines.
Rosalia: A Rising Star in Austrian Wine
Wineries from Rosalia, such as Weingut Lassl and Weingut Migsich, demonstrated the potential of Blaufränkisch and Rosé wines from this emerging region. Their fresh, fruit-driven styles resonated with attendees looking for new and exciting Austrian wines.
Rust: A Historic Wine Town’s Finest
Rust, known for its exquisite Ruster Ausbruch and expressive reds, was represented by leading producers like Weingut Feiler-Artinger and Hammer Wein Rust. The wines from this picturesque lakeside town displayed their signature complexity and age-worthy character.
A Night to Remember
The Burgenland tasting event in Linz was a resounding success, allowing wine lovers to engage with passionate winemakers, discover new favorites, and deepen their appreciation for Austria’s dynamic wine culture. From crisp whites and structured reds to sparkling and sweet wines, the diversity of Burgenland was on full display, leaving attendees eagerly anticipating the next edition of this exceptional event.