Weingut Hirschmugl
The winery is located in the municipality of Leibnitz in the Austrian wine-growing region of Southern Styria, surrounded by wild flowers and herbs, dense forests and vines. The business was established by Anton and Astrid Hirschmugl at the beginning of 2010. In accordance with the aim of producing original wines, fungus resistant PIWI varieties here also been planted. Great importance was attached to aroma spectrum and taste potential. The vineyards cover 17 hectares of wine on extreme steep slopes with sedimentary soils and mineral rock.
They are planted to 80% with the white wine varieties Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay or Morillon, Traminer , Muscaris and Cabernet Blanc and to 20% with the red Wine varieties Zweigelt, St.Laurent and Cabertin. Certified organic viticulture is practised. In the vineyards there are different type of Vipers. These non-toxic Snakes are considered to be an indicator of an intact environment , which can only be guaranteed in an environmentally friendly way. This is why the Viper is also included on the labels as the winery’s symbol. Only ripe and healthy grapes are selected by hand for processing.
MUSCARIS
2019
| PRODUCER: Weingut Hirschmugl | ALCOHOL: 13.0% |
| COD: Austria | VOLUME: 750ml |
| TASTE: Dry |
Intense scent of herbs and citrus fruits, delicate nuances of kumquats, green olives, floral touch, some jasmine, elderberry and orange blossom. White fruit nuances, fresh, structured, flowery aromas, lime juice, lively, good substance, close-knit and lively, mineral-salty aftertaste, fresh fruit lingers.
Soil characteristic
thrives around the Seggauberg winery, sandy loam soil
over 10 years old vines.
Special feature of the grape variety
Is characterized by a high resistance to fungal diseases. Regardless of the development of a wine year or without influencing the weather, always a beautiful, lively acidity and, above all, always a pronounced, fragrant bouquet.
A wine with depth and liveliness, but above all drinking pleasure from the morning or the first rays of sunshine – pure zest for life!Food accompaniment
aperitif and summer wine! But also with starters of all kinds, light meat dishes such as veal, poultry. Particularly harmonious with spicy, spicy dishes, especially Asian and Indian cuisine (spicy dishes, curry …)
90 points Falstaff Wine Guide 2020/2021 – Falstaff summer wine recommendation
WELSCHRIESLING SÜDSTEIERMARK DAC
2019
| PRODUCER: Weingut Hirschmugl | ALCOHOL: 12.5% |
| COD: Austria | VOLUME: 750ml |
| TASTE: Dry |
Light green, fresh apple fruit and herbs on the nose, juicy on the palate, pleasant yellow fruit, fresh acidity, beautiful minerality that is reflected in the slate floor.
Soil feature
from the Wiesberg location – belonging to the southern Styria DAC growing area Kitzeck-Sausal
slate, vines over 20 years old
Food accompaniment
Delicious on the sun terrace, or with light starters and as a snack. With colorful salads, light fish dishes.
A light wine, authentic & honest, typically Styrian
SAUVIGNON BLANC SÜDSTEIERMARK DAC
2019
| PRODUCER: Weingut Hirschmugl | ALCOHOL: 12.5% |
| COD: Austria | VOLUME: 750ml |
| TASTE: Dry |
With pleasant herbal spices, nuances of fresh yellow peppers and grapefruit zests, also casis, very juicy, close-knit, harmonious, dark mineral notes and ripe white fruit on the palate, animated to drink.
Soil feature
from the Wiesberg location – belonging to the southern Styria DAC growing area Kitzeck-Sausal
slate, vines over 20 years old
Peculiarity of the grape variety
Complex, complete wine. The mineral note is typical for Sausal, characterized by the slate floor.
Food pairing
Begleter to shellfish dishes, fresh fish dishes, Mediterranean dishes with fresh vegetables, also ideal for exotic dishes, asparagus dishes, poultry dishes.
CABERNET BLANC
2018
| PRODUCER: Weingut Hirschmugl | ALCOHOL: 12.5% |
| COD: Austria | VOLUME: 750ml |
| TASTE: Dry |
Dried herbs, crispy cassis, paprika, chili peppers, some pepper, vil friche and juiciness, tomato panicles, Irish moss, juicy fruit, fresh, lively, with lots of spice, gentle pressure, fruity aromas in the long finish, with a subtle exotic touch.
Soil characteristic
thrives around the Seggauberg winery, sandy loam soil
over 10 years old vines
Special feature of the grape variety
Modern new grape variety that is characterized by a higher resistance to fungal diseases in the vineyard.
It gives full-bodied wines with a certain spice and great aromas, which offer plenty of drinking flow when young, but also develop great potential when matured!
Food accompaniment
Ideal for fresh fish dishes with herbs, asparagus, Mediterranean vegetables, strong pasta dishes, light meat dishes, Asian cuisine, hot and spicy dishes, sushi, but also for hearty snacks
RED WINE CUVEE
2013
| PRODUCER: Weingut Hirschmugl | ALCOHOL: 13.5% |
| COD: Austria | VOLUME: 750ml |
| TASTE: Dry |
Elegant, delicate, red and dark berries, morello cherries, gossamer spice, juniper and laurel, thyme and rosemary, beautiful balance, elegant with a fine blade, juicy cherry fruit has a long lasting aftertaste, beautiful red wine with slightly smoky, cool aromas.
Soil feature
location Rettenberg
sandy loam soil
over 30 years old vines
Special feature
Zweigelt & St. Laurent wine
Due to the long aging in used wooden barrels, a wine with a lot of body and elegance – perfect as a meal companion and for cozy evenings by the fireplace.
Food accompaniment
Ideal as a companion to lamb specialties, game dishes, or roasts of all kinds and spicy dishes made from red meat. Also wonderful with dessert with cherries or cheese.