Winery Harkamp Grauburgunder Oberburgstall, Demeter 2020

The soils in the Harkamp Winery region are characterized by a variety that imparts a distinctive character to the wines. The vineyards extend over different soil types, including calcareous soils and gravel. This diversity provides the vines with optimal conditions to develop complex aromas. The soils in this region significantly contribute to the terroir expression of the wines, bringing forth unique minerality and freshness. The harmonious combination of soil variety and meticulous winemaking makes Harkamp wines outstanding representatives of the Styrian wine tradition.

The Ried Oberburgstall is a south-facing basin characterized by calcareous soil with fossils of ancient seas, such as shells and corals. This unique substrate imparts special elegance and precision to the Pinot Gris from Harkamp Winery. The wine is salty and creamy, with hints of roasted almond and kumquats. Aging in 500-liter wooden barrels enhances the spicy aromas and provides a long, balanced finish. It is a mineral-rich Pinot Gris with significant aging potential.

The vineyards of Harkamp Winery in Leibnitz, Styria, extend across the picturesque hills of this wine region. Here, grape varieties such as Sauvignon Blanc and Morillon thrive under optimal climatic conditions. The carefully tended vineyards benefit from a variety of soils, including calcareous and gravel formations. The terraced and sloped vineyards ensure that the vines receive ample sunlight. The combination of exposed location and diverse soils imparts a distinctive terroir and impressive flavor complexity to Harkamp's wines.