Claus Preisinger
With a hands-off approach and instinctive winemaking philosophy, Claus Preisinger crafts vibrant, terroir-driven Austrian wines from native varietals; Blaufränkisch, Zweigelt and St. Laurent, that are as pure and energetic as the land they come from.
Claus Preisinger’s winery is nestled in the village of Gols by Lake Neusiedlersee in Burgenland, Austria.
Claus first started making wine with this father as a hobby, but after working with Hans Nittnaus, a neighbouring winemaker for a few years, decided that wine was his true calling.
In 2004 he was one of the founding members of the Pannobile group of winemakers, a group that uses respect for the land and terroir to preserve traditions in Burgenland.
His first vintage was in 2000, and since then he has expanded his father’s 3 hectares to the 17 hectares of vines he cultivates today.
His vineyard work is meticulous and he is deeply in touch with his land. He uses a mixture of techniques including homeopathic teas, compost from cattle and horses and works strictly from Steiner philosophies. His vines are spread across 58 parcels and are largely planted to indigenous varieties such as Zweigelt, Blaufränkisch and St. Laurent.
Despite the modernity of his striking cantilever concrete box winery, everything done inside is hands-off and inherently natural, with indigenous yeasts taking control of each years ferments.
Claus’ priority has always been to produce wine that is pure, balanced, and expressive of his terroir. His winemaking methods are very much guided by instinct rather than set formula, and he is perpetually experimenting and evolving, making wine that is markedly different in style to the classic interpretations coming out of the region.
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What makes Claus Preisinger wines special?
Claus Preisinger wines are selected for their quality, personality and sense of place. We focus on producers whose wines feel distinctive, carefully made and genuinely enjoyable to drink.
How are these wines made?
Yes. Claus Preisinger is part of Act of Wine's curated Natural Wine collection. These wines are made with a minimal-intervention philosophy, typically from organically or biodynamically farmed vineyards, hand-harvested grapes, wild yeast fermentations and little to no additions in the winery beyond a small amount of sulphur where required for stability.
Which Claus Preisinger wine should I start with?
If you're new to Claus Preisinger, start with the bottle that best matches the style you already enjoy. If you're unsure, get in touch and we'll happily point you toward the best place to begin.
Are these wines good for gifting?
Absolutely. Claus Preisinger makes an excellent gift for anyone who enjoys discovering thoughtful, small-batch wines. Add a greeting card at checkout and we'll make sure no pricing information is included in the parcel.
How should I store and serve these wines?
Store bottles somewhere cool, dark and stable. Serve whites, sparkling and lighter reds chilled, and give fuller reds a gentle cool-down rather than serving them too warm.
Do you ship Australia-wide?
Yes. We ship Australia-wide, with free delivery on orders over $149. Most orders arrive within 5 business days.
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