Grüner Veltliner 2025 1l Pratsch BIO

It quickly became clear that Stefan Pratsch, born in 1985, would take over his parents' winery. Following a solid theoretical education at the viticultural school in Mistelbach, he completed his practical training at his family's traditional estate. Then came the time to seek out and perfect his own path.

His parents, Willi and Anneliese Pratsch, his partner Bernadette, business partners, friends, and, above all, feedback from numerous customers have all contributed to the success of this ambition. An exceptionally positive response to his wines in the USA and Scandinavia marked an important milestone. Today, Stefan Pratsch's wines enjoy great popularity worldwide.

The current Stefan Pratsch winery was formed by the merger of two winemaking families in Hohenruppersdorf, who have remained in close contact for generations. The transition to organic farming was a major step on their path to modernity.

Today, wine of the highest quality is cultivated on approximately 20 hectares of family-owned estate land, along with around 30 hectares managed by contract partners.

The character of the soil is reflected in the wine that grows upon it. The uniqueness of the grapes can only be truly appreciated when grown in soil that is full of life. For Stefan Pratsch, keeping the soil healthy and encouraging biodiversity in the vineyards is of paramount importance.

Wine needs time to mature. The grapes—fully ripened on the vine—bring along their own yeasts from the vineyard for spontaneous fermentation, and the young wine remains in contact with the lees for as long as possible. This is the only way to create the fresh and delicious wines we love so much. Thanks to gentle and responsible vinification, almost no histamine is formed, making the wines easily digestible and ensuring an exceptional experience.

Sulfur is used only in the minimum amount necessary to preserve the wine as a valuable natural product. This guarantees long-lasting freshness and an extended shelf life. Animal products have no place in this wine. By using pea and potato-based products instead of traditional gelatin, Stefan Pratsch's wines are fully suitable for a vegan lifestyle.