Leo Hillinger GmbH
The Hillinger history begins like any other classic winemaker story: In 1990 Leo Hillinger took over his father’s wine business.
From this point on, the story took on a rapidly upwards curve, which can mostly be attributed to Hillinger juniors extraordinary enthusiasm. In 2004, Leo put 6 million Euros into a new production site in Jois with an adjoining tasting and seminar centre, state of the art cellar technology, and sophisticated architecture with excellent design.
Beside his winery, he opened wine stores in Parndorf Burgenland, Vienna, Salzburg, Munich and Kitzbuehel with plans for more.
Around 50% of his production is exported to some 16 countries in total.
His philosophy: If the grape is good, there isn’t much more you can do in the cellar.
In 2010 Hillinger switched to organic winemaking in his winery.
red
small HILL Red
2016
| PRODUCER: Hillinger | VARIETAL: 50% Merlot, 25% Pinot Noir, 25% St. Laurent |
| COD: Austria | VOLUME: 750ml |
| REGION: Burgenland | ALCOHOL: 13% |
Wonderfully soft and supple cuvée made of 25% Pinot Noir, 25% St. Laurent and 50% Merlot. The aroma is reminiscent of dark berries and – delicately showing through – chocolate. Perfect harmony and full-bodied on the palate. A wine which is the perfect accompaniment to every meal.
Blaufränkisch
2016
| PRODUCER: Hillinger | VARIETAL: Blaufrankisch |
| COD: Austria | VOLUME: 750ml |
| REGION: Burgenland | ALCOHOL: 12% |
Dark ruby in colour with violet reflections, intensive aromas of dark berries combined with a spicy backbone, the very delicate and sensitive palate offers a soft tannin structure and a powerful, yet harmonious, finish. A class Blaufränkisch in top form!
Pinot Noir Terroir
2015
| PRODUCER: Hillinger | VARIETAL: Pinot Noir |
| COD: Austria | VOLUME: 750ml |
| REGION: Burgenland | ALCOHOL: 13% |
ELEGANCE, NUANCED, UNQUESTIONABLY NOBLE – all of this embodies PINOT NOIR – your senses will not deceive you. Light red with a delicate edge. This wine is pure seduction thanks to its tender-fruity bouquet and spicy freshness. Very harmonious on the palate thanks to its soft tannin structure. A long finish ensures unforgettable drinking pleasure!
HILL Side
2015
| PRODUCER: Hillinger | VARIETAL: 60% Syrah, 30% Zweigelt, 10% Merlot |
| COD: Austria | VOLUME: 750ml |
| REGION: Burgenland | ALCOHOL: 13% |
The Cuvèe HILL SIDE is a forerunner to the HILL 1. A wine from the best sites – vinified for the food and beverage industry! This Cuvée has an intense ruby red with dark core. The Syrah variety is the main part and brings the flavour and the sophistication, this is rounded off by the suppleness of the Zweigelt and the fruitiness of the Merlot. The subtle use of wood supports the fruit, contributing to the strong tannin structure. Long finish with a storage potential to match.
HILL 1
2013
| PRODUCER: Hillinger | VARIETAL: 50% Merlot, 25% Blaufränkisch, 25% Zweigelt |
| COD: Austria | VOLUME: 750ml |
| REGION: Burgenland | ALCOHOL: 14% |
A cuvée made of 50% Merlot, 25% Blaufränkisch and 25% Zweigelt. Intensive ruby red with a deep dark core. A Complex and fruity and very strong on the palate The tannin is mature and covered perfectly by the dense structure. Very long finale and exceptionally good ageing potential. 20 months in new barrique casks. Contains sulfites
10 days cold maceration, 4 weeks maceration, 20 months vinified in new oak barrels on the lees.
Recommended with: Steaks, mature cheese or on its own with a cigar
Constantia HILL red
2016
| PRODUCER: Hillinger | VOLUME: 750ml |
| COD: Austria | ALCOHOL: 14.5% |
| REGION: Burgenland | ACIDITY: 5.3 g/l |
| VARIETAL: 54% Petit Verdot, 22% Malbec, 15% Merlot, 9% Cabernet Sauvignon | RESIDUAL: 2.6 g/l |
The colour of our Constantia Cuvee Red is deep dark with violet reflexes at the edges. After a few rounds in the glass, the wine shows his wide aroma spectrum. Starting with ripe dark berries he shows also tabak and pepper notes. At the palate, the wine impresses immediately with his ripe and compact tannin structure. The ripe tannins are a framework for the ripe fruit. It will be interesting to observe the wine while unfolding its impressive Potential. Contains Sulfites
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
2016
| PRODUCER: Hillinger | VOLUME: 750ml |
| COD: Austria | ALCOHOL: 14% |
| REGION: Burgenland | ACIDITY: 5.1 g/l |
| VARIETAL: 54% Petit Verdot, 22% Malbec, 15% Merlot, 9% Cabernet Sauvignon | RESIDUAL: 1.1 g/l |
Cabernet Sauvignon an international grape variety which also produces excellent wines in the Burgenland too. Normally a Cuvéepartner of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, in the Burgenland vintners have taken the bold step of single variety vinification. Contains sulfites
White
small HILL White
2017
| PRODUCER: Hillinger | VARIETAL: 70% Welschriesling, 20% Sauvignon Blanc, 10% Gelber Muskateller |
| COD: Austria | VOLUME: 750ml |
| REGION: Burgenland | ALCOHOL: 11.5% |
A light and fresh summer cuvée made of 70% Welschriesling, 20% Sauvignon Blanc and 10% Muskateller. Light yellow with green reflexes. The bouquet is fresh-fruity with a touch of nutmeg. The acid and fruit forms a harmonic interplay on the pallet and make this wine a real pleasure to drink. A wine that is really fun to drink for young people.
Pinot Blanc Terroir
2017
| PRODUCER: Hillinger | VARIETAL: Pinot Blanc |
| COD: Austria | VOLUME: 750ml |
| REGION: Burgenland | ALCOHOL: 12.5% |
Medium straw-yellow seduces the eye. Aromas of ripe fruit such as pear, quince and pineapple with a hint of lavender and mint. On the palate, the Pinot Blanc is taut and full-bodied rounded off with a fine spicy and long finish.
GRÜNER VELTLINER
2017
| PRODUCER: Hillinger | ALCOHOL: 12.5% |
| COD: Austria | ACIDITY: 5.4 g/l |
| REGION: Burgenland | RESIDUAL: 2.4 g/l |
| VOLUME: 750ml |
The best-known variety of white wine from Austria. Light yellow in the glass. Exotic fruit notes unfold in the nose, framed by the typical spice of white pepper. With its light and fresh taste, it is an ideal companion for salads or simply to drink in between courses. Contains sulfites. Fermented and vinified in stainless steel tanks Organic Recommended with: Asian meals, but also with the classic Wiener schnitzel
CONSTANTIA HILL WHITE
2018
| PRODUCER: Hillinger | VOLUME: 750ml |
| COD: Austria | ALCOHOL: 13.5% |
| REGION: Burgenland | ACIDITY: 5.7 g/l |
| VARIETAL: 85% Sauvignon Blanc, 15% Semillon | RESIDUAL: 1.1 g/l |
Cabernet Sauvignon an international grape variety which also produces excellent wines in the Burgenland too. Normally a Cuvéepartner of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, in the Burgenland vintners have taken the bold step of single variety vinification. Contains sulfites
GRÜNER VELTLINER TERROIR
2016
| PRODUCER: Hillinger | ALCOHOL: 12% |
| COD: Austria | ACIDITY: 5.4 g/l |
| REGION: Burgenland | RESIDUAL: 1 g/l |
| VOLUME: 750ml |
The glass shines in luscious golden yellow. A complex, concentrated aroma of exotic fruit, in particular pineapple and mineral, with salty notes. Strong yet playful on the palate. The dense texture underlays the grandiose fruit. The typical pepper note provides a special spicy note on swallowing. A wine with great potential! Contains sulfites
HILL 2
2016
| PRODUCER: Hillinger | VOLUME: 750ml |
| COD: Austria | ALCOHOL: 12.5% |
| REGION: Burgenland | ACIDITY: 4.5 g/l |
| VARIETAL:80% Chardonnay and 20% Sauvignon Blanc | RESIDUAL: 1 g/l |
Intensive, golden yellow Cuvée comprising 80% Chardonnay and 20% Sauvignon Blanc, vinified for 9 months in barrique casks (50% new wood, 50% used). Exotic aroma of mango, yellow apple fruit and fine roasted aroma and soft herbal spice. Very voluminous and yet delicate on the pallet. Very big potential. Contains sulfites
Rosé
SECCO PINK RIBBON
| PRODUCER: Hillinger | VARIETAL: 100% Pinot Noir |
| COD: Austria | VOLUME: 750ml |
| REGION: Burgenland | ALCOHOL: 12% |
The bouquet is reminiscent of strawberries, the palate appears refreshing with a particularly elegant perlage, fruity and nuanced, with a well-integrated acidity and harmonious finish.
Secco Rosé
| PRODUCER: Hillinger | VARIETAL: 100% Pinot Noir |
| COD: Austria | VOLUME: 200ml |
| REGION: Burgenland | ALCOHOL: 12% |
Secco – bubbly love for life. Gently sparkling and fine fruity: that’s the HILLINGER Secco – the pink creation from 100% Pinot Noir grapes. The bouquet is reminiscent of strawberries, the palate appears refreshing with a particularly elegant perlage, fruity and nuanced, with a well-integrated acidity and harmonious finish.
small HILL Rosé
2017
| PRODUCER: Hillinger | VARIETAL: 50% Zweigelt, 25% Pinot Noir, 25% St. Laurent |
| COD: Austria | VOLUME: 750ml |
| REGION: Burgenland | ALCOHOL: 11.5% |
Its berry-fruity bouquet and taste, and powerful pink to light red colour makes this rose wine appealing- looking at it is a joy in itself. Thanks to its crisp, well-integrated acid, this wine – comprising 50% Zweigelt, 25% St. Laurent and 25% Pinot Noir – is the perfect summer accompaniment. Contains sulfites.
Must recovery through extraction of sap with Pinot Noir and full-grape pressing with St. Laurent and Zweigelt, fermented and vinified in stainless steel tanks.
Recommended with: Summer terrace wine, salads and shrimp cocktails