Discover Germany | Special Theme | Austrian Wine Special 2017 Doris and Leopold Sutter with grapes.
Panorama of Sutter vineyard.
Sutter vineyard.
Balancing tradition and sophistication The work and success of Doris and Leopold Sutter is closely related to the natural management of their vineyards and the wines’ careful maturing process. Their wine is characterised by careful pruning, controlled foliage, preservation of the vines, water-saving soil treatment and gentle manual work.
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The assortment of Doris and Leopold Sutter is characterised above all by their Veltliner variety: Grüner Veltliner, Roter Veltliner and Frühroter Veltliner. All Veltliner grapes are grown and harvested from lime-rich soils, making the wines rich in minerals and its taste mature. The traditional Roter Veltliner with its fine spicy bouquet is rare in Austria, and the Sutter vineyard plays an important role in cultivating it. The Frühroter Veltliner is recognisable by its young, vibrant aroma, which is reminiscent of subtle honey and flowers. The classic Grüner Veltliner is available in five different styles
warm days and cool nights - and the resourceful lime soils, are conditions that allow for great grapes to grow.
Perfect natural environment
Regional and worldwide focus
The Sutter’s vineyard produces more than 200,000 bottles per year. Located in Hohenwarth, the gateway to Austria’s wine region, the winery is about one hour northwest of Vienna. The special climate,
Their red and white wines are offered in three categories: Estate wines (uncomplicated and fresh), village wines (classic and puristic) and single wineyard wines. Other grape varieties are Riesling, Rivaner, Blauer
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In their wine cellar, the Sutters interfere as little as possible in the winemaking process. Their philosophy is that each wine should develop individually, transport its origin and thus have an individual character. Stored in either steel tanks or wooden barrels, the naturally tempered cellar is between eight and ten degrees in both the summer and winter, providing the ideal environment for the wines to rest and mature in the bottle.
“This year, we are participating in the Sommelier EM as a partner-winery and we are particularly pleased to present our wines. Much like our 2015 wines, the 2016 vintage is again top quality and we are very grateful for this true gift of nature,” states Doris Sutter. www.weingut-sutter.at office@weingut-sutter.at Doris and Leopold Sutter.