Weingut Wieninger

Weingut Wieninger is Fritz Wieninger's 50-hectare estate in Vienna, Austria, at the forefront of the 'New Vienna' wine movement. For over 100 years, the Wieninger family has combined regional tradition with modern winemaking. The estate works biodynamically across two distinct vineyard sites separated by the Danube: the sunnier Bisamberg with sandy loess soils, and the richer Nussberg on shell and limestone. This dual-site approach gives Wieninger an unusual range—from fresh, vibrant whites to more complex, fruit-forward expressions.

About Weingut Wieninger

Fritz Wieninger manages 35 hectares on Bisamberg and 15 hectares on Nussberg, each terroir producing distinctly different wines. Bisamberg's light, sandy loess soil creates fresh whites with vibrant acidity, ideal for drinking young. Nussberg's heavier clay and limestone soils yield wines with greater richness and deeper fruit aromas—wines that show more complexity and structure. This difference is central to Wieninger's philosophy: "My approach focuses on expressing the diverse character within my grape material, allowing vintage conditions and site-specific attributes to shape the wine's ultimate profile and reveal each vineyard's unique identity in every bottle."

Biodynamic cultivation is integral to the estate's identity. The wines reflect this commitment to natural viticulture, with the fruit allowed to express terroir rather than heavy-handed intervention. Wieninger's Riesling displays stone fruit flavours with tropical undertones—pineapple and mango alongside peach characteristics—offering good complexity and sweet stonefruit depth on the palate. The Pinot Noir Select brings ripe cherry aromas with delicate spice, bright acidity, and soft tannins—a refined interpretation of the variety suited to Vienna's specific climate.

The estate is equally known for Wiener Gemischter Satz DAC, a traditional Viennese field blend made from multiple grape varieties grown, harvested, and fermented together. This is not a assembled blend, but rather a reflection of what grows naturally in each vineyard. The blend typically includes Weissburgunder, Neuburger, Welschriesling, Grüner Veltliner, Sylvaner, Zierfandler, Rotgipfler, Traminer, and Riesling. One of Wieninger's parcels is the Rosengartl, one of Vienna's most historically significant vineyards, which produces a Gemischter Satz that expresses the vineyard's individual character through its field-blend composition.

Weingut Wieninger Wines in Our Collection

Wieninger's real signature lies in Gemischter Satz, the traditional Viennese field blend. The 2024 Bisamberg Wiener Gemischter Satz (93 points, Falstaff) is aromatic and floral, showing the fresh character that sandy loess soils impart. The 2023 Ried Ulm Nussberg Wiener Gemischter Satz (93 points James Suckling, 92 Jancis Robinson, 95 Falstaff) is more complex, reflecting the clay and limestone soils that give it depth. For those seeking historical context, the 2024 Ried Rosengartl Wiener Gemischter Satz (92 points James Suckling, 90 Jancis Robinson) comes from Vienna's oldest vineyard site, offering a direct connection to the region's winemaking heritage.

Food Pairing

The Riesling pairs well with seafood, lighter poultry dishes, and Asian cuisines with subtle spice. The Pinot Noir Select suits roasted chicken, pork, and mushroom-based dishes. Gemischter Satz, being a dry field blend of multiple varieties, is the most versatile: serve it with cured meats, cheese boards, vegetable-forward dishes, or simply as an aperitif. Its complexity means it works equally well at the table or as a standalone wine.

What makes Wieninger's wines different from other Austrian producers?

Fritz Wieninger pioneers the 'New Vienna' movement, combining modern technique with 100 years of family tradition. Biodynamic viticulture across two distinct terroirs—Bisamberg and Nussberg—creates two distinct house styles from a single estate.

What is Wiener Gemischter Satz and why should I try it?

Gemischter Satz is a traditional Viennese field blend of up to nine varieties grown and fermented together. Wieninger's versions show how each vineyard's character—Bisamberg's freshness or Nussberg's richness—expresses through the blend.

Are these wines meant to age or drink young?

Wieninger's whites are designed for immediate enjoyment, showcasing fresh acidity and fruit. The Gemischter Satz and Riesling are best drunk within a few years of vintage for optimal freshness and vibrancy.

Who makes Weingut Wieninger wines?

Fritz Wieninger manages the 50-hectare family estate in Vienna, Austria. The Wieninger family has farmed the land for over 100 years, combining regional tradition with modern biodynamic winemaking across two vineyard sites: Bisamberg and Nussberg.

What style of wine does Weingut Wieninger make?

Wieninger specializes in Wiener Gemischter Satz, a traditional Viennese field blend of multiple varieties grown together. They also produce Riesling and Pinot Noir. The 2024 Bisamberg Gemischter Satz scores 93 points and shows aromatic, floral character from sandy loess soils.

How much does Weingut Wieninger wine cost?

Wieninger wines range between £18.10 and £38.50. Entry-level Riesling starts at £18.10, while premium single-vineyard Gemischter Satz selections reach £38.50. Most core offerings sit between £23 and £32.