Sopron Sopron wine district Founded in 2020
Exceptional terroir, distinctive flavours, organic heritage
About the winery
Located in the heart of Sopron wine region, Steigler Winery crafts exceptional organic wines under the direction of owner Bálint Lőrinczy and winemaker Tamás Varga. The 21-hectare organically managed vineyard produces distinctive wines shaped by unique terroir – mica schist, limestone and humus-rich forest soil – and the microclimate regulated by Lake Fertő.
The winery connects centuries-old winemaking traditions with organic viticulture, offering both classic and premium wine selections. A notable project involves the reintroduction of Furmint, historically significant to the region. The vineyard features Green Veltliner, Zweigelt, Kékfrankos, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, along with newly planted Cabernet Franc, Syrah and the prized Furmint. The cellar, restored in 2020, welcomes wine enthusiasts for tastings.
Grape varieties
Current range
Furmint
Produced from fully organic Furmint grapes grown on mica schist soil in the Steiger vineyard. Vivid straw yellow colour with rich structure and mineral notes. Displays ripe white stone fruits alongside oak tones and honey-floral characteristics. Aged in oak with significant ageing potential and lengthy finish.
Merlot
Selected Merlot from the outstanding Spern Steiner vineyard. Deep ruby red colour with oily movement. Intense spiced nose featuring black cherry, forest fruits, chocolate and coffee notes. Dense structure with full body and thick, gamey texture. Concentrated aromatics with vibrant tannins softening with further ageing.
Kékfrankos
Kékfrankos from the outstanding Spern Steiner vineyard. Deep ruby red colour with concentrated bouquet of dark fruits, fine oak aromas, tobacco, bitter chocolate and rum-cherry notes. Full bodied, multi-layered with creamy texture. Long finish with minerality. Soft tannin structure develops further with ageing.
Zöld Veltelíni
From organic viticulture, displaying vivid straw yellow colour with pronounced glycerin and oily movement. Rich bouquet with sweet barrel spice and ripe tropical fruits, quince, juicy summer pear. Full-bodied, densely textured wine with fine oak aromas and fleshy structure. Mineral notes and slight tartness in the finish.
Zöld Veltelíni
From Steiger vineyard, a lighter interpretation of Zöld Veltelíni. Vivid greenish-yellow colour with exceptionally fresh nose of grapefruit, lime and green herbs. Refreshing, clean and juicy citrus fruitiness. Crisp acidity and subtle carbonation enhance the zesty character. Good length with fine herbal notes in the finish.
Kékfrankos
Blend of grapes from Steiner and Steiger vineyards. Deep ruby and purple hues. Youthful bouquet of red and dark fruits with elegant barrel aging notes. Medium-bodied, complex wine with fleshy texture and concentrated aromatics. Pleasant acidity and abundant sour cherry, cherry, plum and blackcurrant fruitiness. Harmonious with barrel aging.
Zöld Veltelíni, Ottonel Muskotály
A light and refreshingly flavourful estate wine anchored by Zöld Veltelíni with a touch of Muscat Ottonel. Light lemon yellow with greenish reflexes. Fresh citrus fruits and floral-perfumed notes unfold. Pleasant zesty acidity paired with moderate alcohol. Refreshing with depth of flavour and natural character. Perfect clarity, pleasant texture and airy elegance throughout.
Kékfrankos, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zweigelt
Estate selection created through conscious blending of five grape varieties: Kékfrankos, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Zweigelt. Dark red core with purple rim. Complex, integrated bouquet dominated by ripe red fruits with blackcurrant and fine oak notes. Medium body with youthful character, soft texture, enjoyable now. Long fruity finish with elegant tannins in perfect harmony.
Zöld Veltelíni
Relatively intense straw yellow colour and heavier movement suggest a fuller-bodied wine. Complex and intense aromas develop with ripe citrus fruits and fresh green herbal character. Richer, deeper flavours on the palate. Harmonious, integrated acidity provides zesty character. Silky texture and long finish with varietal characteristics.
Kékfrankos
Juice from fully ripe Kékfrankos grapes, fermented spontaneously and aged on fine lees through February. Full-bodied, substantial rosé wine with elegant texture, spread across the palate. Reductive process and lees aging preserve original flavours, while subtle carbonation distinguishes it from typical commercial rosés. Limited production of 1,950 bottles.
Kékfrankos
Medium-intense ruby colour with youthful purple hues. Oily movement framed by glycerin ring. Clean bouquet with pronounced barrel aging notes, rum cherry, raspberry, plum and sweet spices. Pleasant acidity, red berry fruits, fine oak aromas and refined texture. Medium-bodied with exciting varietal character and well-integrated tannin structure. Already enjoyable despite its youth.
Merlot
Slightly deeper ruby-red colour with medium staining and denser movement. Rich bouquet developing dark fruits and toasted barrel spices. Larger body with deeper, more concentrated flavour profile: black cherry, blackberry, blueberry, earthy chocolate notes and abundant spice. Complex, concentrated wine with excellent oak use. Round texture and good ageing potential. Soft tannin structure and intense fruitiness in the finish.
Pinot Noir
Light ruby colour with lighter movement. Elegantly developing bouquet with variety-typical ripe red fruits and exciting barrel spices. Flavour profile continues from the nose: ripe cherry, sour cherry, forest fruits, oak notes, dark chocolate and sweet spice. Medium-bodied, substantial Pinot Noir with compact structure and good acidity. Fine tannin in the finish with noticeably rounded texture.
Wine photos are taken from the winery’s website (steigler-wines.com) and are removed on request.
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