May 27, 2024
Katharina Gessl
Katharina Gessl is not new to the winemaking world as she’s been running through her families vineyards since she was little. After several years, long days in the vineyard and cellar, and many conversations with fellow winemakers, Katharina has finally founded her own winery at just 25 years old! She now has about 6.5 acres of Grüner Veltliner, Gelber Muskateller, and Zweigelt on her families property in Zellerndorf, Austria that she farms herself, organically.
Katharina’s wines have a modern touch while still respecting the teachings of her ancestors and contemporaries. Her wines are crafted based on gut feeling with a lot of patience, affection and dedication. She wants her wines to be light on their feet but strong in character and something you want to revisit over and over… we certainly have been!
This Gelber Muskateller called “Schlingel”, meaning “rascal”, shows fresh herbs, zesty citrus and delicate elderflower. It’s a pretty and proud wine with lots of zip! We were super impressed by Katharina’s first vintage and can’t wait to see what comes next.
