KOPPITSCH
AUSTRIA | BURGENLAND
Tradition, passion and clear vision are the first things that come to mind after paying a visit to the tiny 6 ha winery of Maria and Alex. Nested on the shallow slops of Burgenland next to the beautiful Neusiedl lake. Since 2011 they are preserving the natural wine making traditions that have been in their family for over 500 years now.
Taking on the holistic approach – they make sure, that all the work at the vineyard is done with respect and immense amount of care. At the core of their ethics are biodynamic principles and persistent manual labour.
The soil on which the grapes are grown are sand, clay, loam and gravel – and as such, it reflects in how diverse the wines are.
Low intervention winemaking is the top priority when it comes to the cellar. Fermentation always starts naturally, no temperature control is used. All of the wines are matured without sulphur and bottled without fining or filtration – as it was intended by nature.
As Maria & Alex would say: “ We craft natural wine with joy, tickle, complexity, honesty and soul”.
A joyful, sun-soaked white from Burgenland that captures pure summertime energy. The nose is vibrant and exotic — ripe mango and fresh lime layered with juicy stone fruit and a gentle herbal lift. On the palate, it is fluid and refreshing, combining tropical brightness with a subtle saline edge from sandy soils. There is texture from lees ageing, yet the wine remains light on its feet — playful, aromatic and irresistibly drinkable. It feels like sunshine in liquid form.
Winemakers | Maria & Alex Koppitsch
Region | Burgenland, Austria
Varieties | 40% Grüner Veltliner, 40% Weissburgunder, 20% Sauvignon Blanc
Viticulture | Biodynamic practices
Soil | Sand
Altitude | 100 m
Vine Age | 30 years
Production | 7,000 bottles
VINIFICATION
Harvested and processed at the estate, with whole bunches pressed directly without additives or temperature control. The juice ferments naturally across stainless steel, large acacia barrels, 2,000L oak casks and fibreglass tanks. All components mature together on their lees for 6–7 months before bottling unfined, unfiltered and without added sulphur.
A vibrant, beach-ready white — textured, tropical and effortlessly refreshing.
The grapes for the Perpektive range are grown on the Neuberg - a very rocky limestone hill. Delivering wines that are very purist, precise and vivid. Charming minerality amongst enticing aromas of lime pill and white peach fruit notes clearly structured with depth of character and great finish.
Winemaker | Maria & Alex Koppitsch
Region | Burgenland, Austria
Variety | 50% Weissburgunder 50% Chardonnay
Viticulture | Biodynamic practices
Soil | Limestone
Altitude | 260 m
Age of the vines | 30 years
Bottles made | 2400 bottles
Vinification
3/4 of the grapes were directly pressed, and juice went straight into old Barriques (225L). 1/4 fermented on skins for 8 days. The wines matured on gross lees for 10 months without any additives or temperature control. Bottled unfiltered, unfined without the addition of sulfur.
Touch is a fun but elegant orange wine. On the nose hints of passion fruit and mango paired with creamy texture and a sprinkle of Malden salt on the finish.
Winemaker | Maria & Alex Koppitsch
Region | Burgenland, Austria
Variety | 50% Welschriesling 50% Gemischter Satz white (Grüner Veltliner, Brauner Veltliner, Weissburgunder, Welschriesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Traminer, Muskat, Neuburger, and many more)
Viticulture | Biodynamic practices
Soil | Clay & Limestone
Altitude | 100 m
Age of the vines | 30 years
Bottles made | 2000 bottles
Vinification
During harvest, the grapes are processed in the backyard. Whole bunches go straight into open top vats. Most are de-stemmed, but some kept as whole bunches for carbonic maceration (30%). Fermentation occurs naturally without any additives. After 16 days of maceration, the mash is pressed into small oak barrels. Maturation on gross lees for 10 months without any additives. No fining, no filtration and no temperature control at any stage of vinification. At bottling 5mg of sulfur is added.
A bright, playful red from Burgenland, bursting with fresh summer lemonade energy — think sour cherry, strawberry, litchi, and a hint of orange peel. Juicy, vibrant, and dangerously drinkable, it dances across the palate with effortless charm.
Winemakers | Maria & Alex Koppitsch
Region | Burgenland, Austria
Varieties | 40% Zweigelt, 40% Pinot Noir, 10% St. Laurent, 5% Syrah, 5% St. Laurent
Viticulture | Biodynamic practices
Soil | Gravel
Altitude | 100 m
Vine Age | 30 years
Production | 6,900 bottles
VINIFICATION
Whole bunches are slowly direct-pressed in a vertical basket press, then transferred straight into fibreglass and stainless steel tanks. All five components of ROZSA co-fermented gently and matured on gross lees for six months. Bottled unfined, unfiltered, and without any added sulphites.
A summer-ready red — fresh, textural, and utterly irresistible.
‘A bubbly that fits all four seasons’ - the idea behind the alternating labels that resonates with the fun yet concentrated juice thats inside the bottle. Smacks you in the face like the most delicious berry punch you’ve ever had!
Winemaker | Maria & Alex Koppitsch
Region | Burgenland, Austria
Variety | 50% Blaufränkisch 50% Syrah
Viticulture | Biodynamic practices
Soil | Limestone and Schist
Altitude | 100 m
Age of the vines | 20 years
Bottles made | 3000 bottles
Vinification
The whole bunches were pressed directly, and fermented naturally with no additives or temperature control. At the right point during fermentation this wild juice gets bottled by hand – serious family job, everybody is helping (mum, dad, brother, the boys, Maria and Alex). Then the bottles are stored in the machine hall and rest until spring. During the first warm days of spring, when the nights are still freezing, the Koppitsch family puts the bottles into the backyard for cooling. After a few days the bottles are cold enough and ready for the final workflow – disgorging. They open every single bottle by hand - Alex is the man - fill it up and seal it again.
A plush, sun-kissed red from Burgenland, bursting with juicy dark cherry, cocoa, and pecan notes — like indulging in Grandma’s homemade pie under a shady willow. The palate is soft, approachable, and textural, with bright fruit, gentle tannins, and a hint of spice. Playful yet layered, it’s irresistibly drinkable and full of charm.
Winemakers | Maria & Alex Koppitsch
Region | Burgenland, Austria
Varieties | 80% Zweigelt, 20% St. Laurent
Viticulture | Biodynamic practices
Soil | Gravel
Altitude | 100 m
Vine Age | 30 years
Production | 9,000 bottles
VINIFICATION
Hand-harvested, destemmed, and fermented naturally on skins for eight days without additives or temperature control. Pressed gently, the juice matured on lees in fibreglass tanks (Zweigelt + St. Laurent) and large acacia barrels (Zweigelt) for six months. Blended shortly before bottling, unfined, unfiltered, and without added sulphur.
A vibrant, playful red — juicy, aromatic, and utterly charming.
Blend of red and white grapes; as you would expect this wine has everything that you need for a sunny afternoon. A dance-off between raspberry and lime; rhubarb and grapefruit - vibrant, exciting & fun.
The grapes for the Abendrot are grown on the Neuberg - a very rocky limestone hill. Delivering wines that are very purist and precise, clearly structured and with depth of characte.
Winemaker | Maria & Alex Koppitsch
Region | Burgenland, Austria
Variety | Welschriesling, Rosenmuskateller, Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc, St. Laurent, Blaufrankisch
Viticulture | Biodynamic practices
Soil | Limestone
Altitude | 260 m
Age of the vines | 30 years
Bottles made | 2000 bottles
Vinification
The grapes got partially de-stemmed (approx. 10% stems in the mash) and fermented naturally in stainless steel and fibreglass vats. After 10 days the mash was pressed and the wine was transfered into barrels (225l Barriques) in the cellar. The white grapes were direct pressed. The wines matured on gross lees for 11 months without any additives, without fining and filtration. Bottled unfiltered, unfined without the addition of sulfur.
The grapes for the Perpektive range are grown on the Neuberg - a very rocky limestone hill. Delivering wines that are very purist but precise – clearly structured and with depth of character – dark but charming minerals amongst enticing aromas of cassis and spring cherries fruit notes.
Winemaker | Maria & Alex Koppitsch
Region | Burgenland, Austria
Variety | 70% Blaufränkisch 30% Sankt Laurent
Viticulture | Biodynamic practices
Soil | Limestone
Altitude | 260 m
Age of the vines | 30 years
Bottles made | 4000 bottles
Vinification
The grapes got partially de-stemmed (approx. 10% stems in the mash) and fermented naturally in stainless steel and fibreglass vats. After 10 days the mash was pressed and the wine was transfered into barrels (225l Barriques) in the cellar. The wines matured on gross lees for 22 months without any additives, without fining and filtration. Bottled on August 4th 2020 unfiltered, unfined with the addition of 5mg of sulfur.
The grapes for the AEON wines come from the oldest vineyards, that have been in the family’s hand for generations.
Alex uses a more hands off approach here - the barrels are not topped up and age under flor. Delivering a wine with charming complex minerality, enticing aromas of lime peel and peach paired with a hint of almond great structure with depth of character and long finish.
Winemaker | Maria & Alex Koppitsch
Region | Burgenland, Austria
Variety | 50% Weissburgunder 50% Grüner Veltliner
Viticulture | Biodynamic practices
Soil | Limestone
Altitude | 260 m
Age of the vines | 46 years
Bottles made | 600 bottles
Vinification
Grapes were directly pressed, and juice went straight into old Barriques (225L). The wines matured on gross lees for 10 months without any additives or temperature control. Barrels are not topped up and age oxidatively under flor. Bottled unfiltered, unfined without the addition of sulfur.
Packed with lemon sherbet and peaches paired with elderflower and spices fun yet concentrated. Smacks you in the face like the most delicious margarita you’ve ever had! Dua Lipa’s favourite 😜
Winemaker | Maria & Alex Koppitsch
Region | Burgenland, Austria
Variety | Sauvignon Blanc
Viticulture | Biodynamic practices
Soil | Seefeld - single vineyard Sandy soil
Altitude | 150 m
Age of the vines | 31 years
Bottles made | 100 bottles
Vinification
Whole bunches were put into a 750l open top plastic-vat, which was then driven back to the cellar. Constant addition of CO2 ensured a precise fermentation. After about 6 days, the bunches were stomped and the skin-contact was extended up to 16 days. Then, the juice was drawn off and the mash was pressed. Wine went straight into Barriques (225L). natural fermentation. no temperature control at any stage of winemaking. no air-condition in the cellar. occasional batonnage. matured on lees for several months without any additives. no fining. no filtration. no sulfites added. bottled by hand.
Packed with sour cherry and brambles paired with herbs and spices a fun yet concentrated Pinot inside the bottle. Smacks you in the face like the most delicious berry punch you’ve ever had! Dua Lipa’s favourite 😜
Winemaker | Maria & Alex Koppitsch
Region | Burgenland, Austria
Variety | Pinot Noir
Viticulture | Biodynamic practices
Soil | Seefeld - single vineyard Sandy soil
Altitude | 150 m
Age of the vines | 31 years
Bottles made | 100 bottles
Vinification
Whole bunches were put into a 750l open top plastic-vat, which was then driven back to the cellar. Constant addition of CO2 ensured a precise fermentation. After about 6 days, the bunches were stomped and the skin-contact was extended up to 16 days. Then, the juice was drawn off and the mash was pressed. Wine went straight into Barriques (225L). natural fermentation. no temperature control at any stage of winemaking. no air-condition in the cellar. occasional batonnage. matured on lees for several months without any additives. no fining. no filtration. no sulfites added. bottled by hand.
A 6 bottle selection of their iconic wines
Including a gift tote bag, opener and a tasting guide straight from Maria herself :)
Winemaker | Maria & Alex Koppitsch
Region | Burgenland, Austria
Viticulture | Biodynamic practices
Soil | Limestone, Sand, Gravel
Altitude | 100 - 250m
Age of the vines | 30 years
Size | 5.5 ha
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