Claus Preisinger grew up on the north-eastern shores of Lake Neusiedl, a 315 km2 lake that straddles the border of Austria and Hungary. Having made wine as a childhood hobby with his father, Claus gained experience abroad and returned to his motherland to learn from natural wine pioneers Hans and Anita Nittnaus. In 2000 he started making his own wines and, today, has 64 parcels across 19 hectares of vineyards.
90% of the vineyards are dedicated to red grapes indigenous to Austria. Kalk und Kiesel Rot celebrates these local varieties: a field blend of Blaufränkisch and Pinot Noir. Aromas of sour cherry and blackcurrant develop into a fresh, mineral wine with subtle tannins. We love to drink this one slightly chilled on a sun-drenched afternoon!