Claus Preisinger DOPE Bio 2022 rose

Claus Preisinger DOPE Bio 2022 Rosé is a vibrant, characterful natural wine that shows just how playful Blaufränkisch can be in the right hands. Bottled with minimal intervention and a wonderfully raw edge, it’s a rosé that’s all about energy, drinkability and pure fruit. Hailing from the renowned Leithaberg site in Burgenland, Austria, it combines serious terroir with a totally unpretentious, fun-loving spirit.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, DOPE Bio 2022 Rosé shows a luminous, slightly hazy pink hue, reflecting its unfiltered nature and gently wild personality. The nose is instantly engaging: tart rhubarb and red gooseberries lead the way, supported by a subtle smoky note and a touch of wild herbs that add depth and intrigue. On the palate, this rosé is bright, zesty and full of life. A fine, natural spritz of carbon dioxide (“Fizzelchen”) tickles the tongue, amplifying its freshness and making each sip feel effortless. Red summer berries, hibiscus and a hint of bitter orange create a juicy yet precise flavor profile, with a slight textural grip that keeps it from ever feeling simple. A whisper of residual sweetness is beautifully balanced by keen acidity and a gentle phenolic bite, giving the wine both immediate charm and enough structure to hold for a couple of years, though it’s clearly made to be enjoyed young and vibrant.

Production
Sourced from Blaufränkisch vines in the esteemed Leithaberg area of Burgenland, the DOPE Bio Rosé draws its tension and minerality from limestone- and schist-driven soils, influenced by the moderating breezes of the nearby Neusiedlersee. Farming is certified organic and strongly biodynamic in spirit, with hand-harvesting to ensure only perfectly ripe, healthy bunches are brought to the cellar. The grapes are pressed as whole clusters directly, yielding a delicate color and fine structure, then fermented with indigenous yeasts. The wine is left unfiltered and retains a touch of natural carbon dioxide and a small amount of residual sugar, resulting in a slight, refreshing spritz. It is bottled under crown cap, underscoring its natural, no-fuss, high-drinkability style.

Food & Serving
This lively rosé is a superb partner for casual, flavor-packed dishes: think charcuterie boards, grilled vegetables, ceviche, spicy Asian salads, or lightly spiced Middle Eastern mezze. Its tart red fruit and subtle bitterness also work beautifully with tomato-based dishes, grilled fish, or fried snacks. Serve well-chilled at around 8–10°C to highlight its freshness and natural fizz. Decanting is not necessary, but opening the bottle a few minutes before pouring allows the gentle spritz and smoky nuances to find their balance in the glass.

Producer
Weingut Claus Preisinger is one of Burgenland’s leading lights in the natural and biodynamic wine movement, based in Gols near Lake Neusiedl. Since taking over in the early 2000s, Claus Preisinger has become a benchmark producer for expressive, low-intervention wines that capture the character of Burgenland’s diverse terroirs—especially on the Leithaberg and surrounding sites. Working with minimal additives, spontaneous fermentations and often unfiltered bottlings, he has helped redefine Austrian wine on the international stage, proving that serious quality and playful, boundary-pushing styles can go hand in hand. DOPE Bio is part of his more experimental, fun-driven range, designed to showcase immediacy, purity and drinkability without sacrificing authenticity.