Gut Oggau ‘Maskerade' Rose 1L 2022
The Wine
Maskerade is sourced from some vineyards that Steffi and Eduard have acquired in recent years. These vineyards are nurtured following the unique philosophy of this winemaking duo, ensuring that these new additions to the Gut Oggau wine family receive the same meticulous attention as their established counterparts during the winemaking process. Currently, these vineyards are transitioning to Demeter certification, and it will take some time before the vineyards' unique characteristics fully emerge. Once this process is complete, their authentic personalities will shine through. They believe that until this conversion is complete, the wines will not exhibit their full potential, which is why the character on the label remains veiled, and the wine is bottled in 1L containers for immediate enjoyment!
The grapes undergo a combination of partial destemming and direct pressing. The fermentation concludes in vintage Austrian oak barrels, followed by bottling without the use of fining, filtration, or sulfur.
The Details
Variety - Blaufrankisch, Zweigelt
Country - Austria
Region - Burgenland
Extra - Cork
Year - 2022
Volume - 1000ml
About the Wine Maker 
Gut Oggau is a 13-hectare wine estate located in the Austrian town of Oggau, close to Lake Neusiedl, Burgenland. It is managed by Eduard Tscheppe and Stephanie Tscheppe-Eselböck. Eduard was influenced by his father, a winemaker in Styria, who imparted a diverse range of wine styles and a rich viticultural education. Similarly, Stephanie grew up immersed in wine culture, her father being the owner of Taubenkobel, a celebrated 2 Michelin star restaurant a short drive from Oggau.
In 2007, the couple acquired the historic Vineyard Wimmer in Oggau, known for its long-standing tradition. They meticulously restored the 17th-century winery and its 200-year-old screw press, which had been dormant for two decades. The vineyard, free from pesticides and chemicals for years, was ripe for an immediate shift to biodynamic farming, now Demeter certified. Striving for excellence, Stephanie and Eduard focus on achieving a natural balance in the vines and handle the grapes with care to fully realize the vineyard's potential. Their 13 hectares of vines, divided into several small plots, are fermented individually, yielding either unique single-vineyard wines or intricate field blends.
The commitment of the Tscheppes to their farming practices is profound. With more than a decade of Demeter biodynamic certification, they apply rigorous attention to detail and a fervent dedication to permaculture, beekeeping, and biodiversity. The vineyards are a testament to their philosophy, with cover crops planted and rolled at maturity to protect the soil and seeds. The land is enriched with compost, grazed by sheep and chickens, treated with biodynamic preparations, and plowed by horse to prevent soil compaction. This labor-intensive and costly approach ensures minimal intervention in the cellar, utilizing a 200-year-old basket press, neutral Austrian oak, and no added sulfur dioxide. The exceptional quality of these wines is a clear reflection of the pristine soil and fruit.
