The winery is run by Stefan Zehetbauer in its tenth generation. It is located in Schützen am Gebirge, in the middle of the Leithaberg region. Zehetbauer's vineyards are situated on and around the Schützner Stein and are characterized by the slate- and limestone-rich soils of the region. The vineyards are the top priority for the winemaker, where the foundation for quality is laid. Interventions in the cellar are kept to a necessary minimum. Pure yeast strains and enzymes are avoided, fermentation occurs spontaneously, the wines remain long on the lees, the white reserves and all red wines are produced without fining. The terroir concept is of utmost importance. Stefan Zehetbauer aims to produce wines with depth, distinct minerality, and aging potential.
The Leithaberg varieties Blaufränkisch, Pinot Blanc, and Chardonnay make up the majority of the range. The top wines come from the Steinberg vineyard, which, with its poor glimmer slate, is considered one of the best sites in the region. However, the family has always looked beyond their immediate surroundings. With their unique Cabernet Franc from Steinberg, which saw the Zehetbauers become pioneers in Austria in the late 1980s, they have made a name for themselves.
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