Claus Preisinger St. Laurent Ancestral Bio 2022 white

Claus Preisinger St. Laurent Ancestral Bio 2022 is a characterful, naturally crafted sparkling wine from Burgenland that shows just how exciting Austria’s red varieties can be when vinified in an ancestral (pét-nat) style. Made from organically grown St. Laurent grapes and bottled with its natural fermentation, it offers a vibrant, gently cloudy sparkle with real energy and personality. This cuvée reflects Preisinger’s low-intervention philosophy and has quickly become a reference for modern, authentic Austrian sparkling wines.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the St. Laurent Ancestral Bio 2022 typically appears pale and slightly hazy, with a fine, lively mousse – think somewhere between a blanc de noirs and a very light rosé, depending on the vintage’s extraction. The nose is inviting and pure, showing red berry notes like wild strawberry and redcurrant alongside crunchy orchard fruit, citrus zest, and subtle herbal and floral tones. A faint touch of brioche or yeast from the bottle fermentation may add complexity without feeling heavy. On the palate, it is dry, bright, and refreshingly juicy, with a crisp acidity that keeps the wine linear and drinkable. Expect flavours of red berries, crabapple, blood orange, and a delicate, saline mineral edge that speaks of Burgenland’s soils. The texture is lightly creamy from the fine bubbles, yet the finish remains clean, bone-dry, and slightly savoury, making it very gastronomic. This is a wine meant for early enjoyment in its first few years while its primary fruit and vibrant sparkle are at their most expressive, rather than for long-term cellaring.

Production
The grapes for St. Laurent Ancestral Bio 2022 are sourced from organically and biodynamically farmed vineyards in Burgenland, where warm Pannonian influences meet the moderating effect of nearby lakes and cool nights. The terroir typically combines loam, gravel, and limestone, giving both ripeness and a distinct mineral backbone. Harvest is done by hand to ensure healthy, perfectly ripe bunches, with careful selection in the vineyard. In keeping with the ancestral method, the juice begins fermenting spontaneously with native yeasts in the cellar and is bottled before fermentation is complete, allowing the bubbles to form naturally in the bottle without added sugar or cultured yeast. Minimal intervention, low or no filtration, and very little added sulphur (if any) keep the wine honest to its origins and full of life.

Food & Serving
This pét-nat style sparkling is wonderfully versatile at the table. It pairs beautifully with charcuterie, pâtés, and lighter cured meats, as well as soft cheeses, fried or grilled white fish, sushi, vegetable tempura, and lightly spiced Asian dishes. Its fresh acidity and subtle grip also make it a great companion to roast chicken, salads with goat cheese or beetroot, and simple tapas. Serve well-chilled, around 8–10°C, to highlight its vibrancy and precision. A very brief, gentle opening in the glass is usually enough; decanting is generally not necessary, though you may choose to pour carefully to leave any natural sediment at the bottom of the bottle.

Producer
Weingut Claus Preisinger is one of the leading names in Burgenland’s new-wave wine scene, celebrated for his uncompromising commitment to organic and biodynamic farming and low-intervention winemaking. Based in Gols, on the northern shore of Lake Neusiedl, Preisinger has gradually moved from more classic styles to highly expressive, terroir-driven wines that capture the character of local varieties like St. Laurent, Zweigelt, and Blaufränkisch. His cellar philosophy is guided by spontaneity, minimal additives, and a strong focus on purity and drinkability. Over the years, Claus Preisinger has become an important figure in the Austrian natural wine movement, with his wines regularly featured in top natural wine bars and specialist retailers around the world.

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