Steininger
Kamptal, Austria
In 1980, farmers Karl and Bridget Steininger took over the winery from the prior generation, Karl’s parents. After multiple trips to Champagne in the mid-80’s they launched their now famous sparkling wines in 1989. The Steininger’s believe making good wine is a way of life, and is a result of natural influences coming together at just the right time. Concentrating on the most important varieties of the Kamptal: Gruner Veltliner and Riesling, this farming family is tuned into every inch of their land and theeffects of terroir on their still and sparkling wines.
Paul D.
Wagram, Austria
Paul Direder AKA Paul D. is a passionate, fourth generation winegrower and winemaker in Wagram. Direder, a name that stands for high quality wines since 1849, is rooted in tradition and has evolved over the generations. Paul D. pours passion and love into his wines. Working in his own vineyards since he was 17, he produces high quality wines for everyday enjoyment. Only sustainable practices are used through the vineyards and winery.
Leo HILLINGER
Burgenland, Austria
In 2004 Leo HILLINGER, the winery, was born. Leo purchased a mere 12 hectares in Burgenland with a vision to be an organic farmer, an ambassador to Burgenland and Austria abroad, and a dynamic entrepreneur. Today the winery is well known not only for their sparkling pink ‘Secco’ wine, but for their commitment to the health of the vineyard soil and to the health of their country for the next generation.
Anton Bauer
Wagram, Austria
Fourth generation owner, Anton Bauer, took over the then 3.2 hectare estate in 1992. Since then vineyard land has grown to 29 ha, the wines are direct reflections of their terroir, and the demand for world wide access to Anton Bauer wines has grown exponentially. Hand picking and hand sorting, along with biodynamic and sustainable practices, are the keys to making harmonious, long lived wines, says Anton.
