In Wagram, where gentle loess hills rise above the former shores of the primordial sea, wine has deep roots in the truest sense of the word. The mighty loess not only shapes the landscape here, but also the character of the wines: finely spiced, powerful and with that unmistakable creaminess that is immediately associated with Wagram.
Around Kirchberg am Wagram, the heart of the region, vines thrive on around 2,450 hectares, flourishing thanks to the mineral-rich soil and the Pannonian continental climate. Grüner Veltliner and Roter Veltliner are the flagship varieties, complemented by elegant Rieslings, Pinot Blancs and increasingly exciting red wines. Roter Veltliner, an indigenous variety with a long history, is experiencing a renaissance here: aromatic, complex and yet surprisingly light-footed.
Nature cannot be reduced to a rigid formula.
The winegrowers in Wagram see themselves as guardians of this terroir – many of them are committed to organic farming. This is the case at Brigit and Fritz Salomon's Oberstockstall estate, which is one of the pioneers of biodynamic viticulture.
Birdsong in the morning, a picnic in the vineyard, tranquility in the cool cellar lanes. And in between: sunken paths, church spires, terraces, and loess formations. Cycling in the area offers pure scenic enjoyment.
At the market square in Kirchberg, sommelier Gerhard Hintermayer brings together architecture, wine, and cuisine into a harmonious whole. Around 50 Wagram winemakers, seasonal dishes—awarded by Vinaria as Austria’s best wine shop with a restaurant.
Like something out of a fairy tale: where award-winning architecture meets great music and fine wines. Whether it’s a concert in the Wolkenturm or dinner at the castle — Grafenegg is Lower Austria’s stage for all the senses.
In Japan, people thank us for treating nature with respect, while here they ask why the wine has such a strange colour.
