Winery Overview & History
Schloss Gobelsburg is among Austria’s oldest and most revered wineries, with origins dating back to the 12th century when Cistercian monks began cultivating vines on its lands. The estate has continuously honored monastic traditions while embracing modern refinement under the guidance of winemaker Michael Moosbrugger since 1996.
Renowned for its classical elegance and age-worthy structure, Schloss Gobelsburg remains a symbol of the Kamptal region’s harmony between history and innovation.
Vineyard Location & Terroir
The vineyards are located around the village of Langenlois in the Kamptal Valley, where primary rock and loess soils dominate. The cool continental climate, influenced by the nearby Danube and forested hills, provides excellent diurnal variation that enhances aromatic precision.
Top sites such as Heiligenstein and Grub are celebrated for producing Rieslings and Grüner Veltliners of profound mineral character and depth.
Grape Varieties & Wine Style
The estate focuses on Grüner Veltliner and Riesling, alongside limited production of Pinot Noir and St. Laurent. The wines are marked by purity, balance, and graceful aging potential, combining gentle fruit expression with an earthy, stony backbone.
Schloss Gobelsburg wines are admired for their calm confidence — serene, structured, and timeless.
Signature Wines
- Riesling Heiligenstein Erste Lage — Iconic single-vineyard Riesling noted for its flinty minerality.
- Grüner Veltliner Renner Erste Lage — Rich and textured, with savory spice and herbal depth.
- Tradition Cuvée — Crafted in the style of 19th-century monastic wines, fermented in cask without modern intervention.
Winemaking & Cellar Practices
Fermentation is carried out with natural yeasts in large oak casks. The cellar design promotes gravity flow to protect fruit integrity. Extended lees contact and minimal filtration preserve the wines’ natural complexity and purity.
The estate’s dedication to authenticity ensures every bottle embodies Kamptal’s noble terroir.
Visitor & Contact Information
Address: Schloss Gobelsburg, Schlossstraße 16, 3550 Gobelsburg, Austria
Phone: +43 2734 2422
Website: www.schloss-gobelsburg.at
Email: office@schloss-gobelsburg.at
Visiting: Wine shop and guided tours available year-round by reservation.
*Photo courtesy of schlosshotels.co.at