Heidi Schrock & Sohne Beerenauslese, Burgenland, Austria

Austrian sweet wine finds one of its most expressive and artful voices in the 2022 Heidi Schröck & Söhne Beerenauslese from Burgenland, Austria. Crafted near the misty edges of Lake Neusiedl, this luscious blend of Welschriesling, Weissburgunder (Pinot Blanc), and Chardonnay delivers a symphony of noble rot intensity and brisk alpine elegance, marking it as a standout dessert wine with both heritage and finesse.

Product Details:

• Varieties: Welschriesling, Weissburgunder (Pinot Blanc), Chardonnay
• Alcohol: 13% ABV
• Residual Sugar: 166 g/L
• Vinification: Fermented in stainless steel and small acacia barrels
• Farming: Sustainable
• Winemaker: Heidi Schröck
• Owners: Heidi Schröck, Georg Schröck, Johannes Schröck

Sensory Description:

This golden-hued Beerenauslese opens with enchanting aromatics of ripe apple, tangerine peel, mango, and tropical blossoms, elevated by a saline breeze from nearby Lake Neusiedl. On the palate, the wine glides with unctuous texture, delivering waves of exotic fruit and citrus marmalade, balanced expertly by a spine of vibrant acidity. The interplay between sweetness and freshness extends through a long, silky finish with notes of candied citrus and honeysuckle.

Winemaker's Background:

Heidi Schröck has been making wine in Rust since 1983, leading the charge for both quality and gender equity in Austria’s wine world. With her sons Georg and Johannes now part of the estate, the trio blends centuries-old family tradition with modern innovation. Their vineyards, perched on the sun-drenched western shores of Lake Neusiedl, benefit from perfect conditions for noble rot, especially for rare sweet wines like this. Together, they represent both continuity and evolution in Austrian winemaking.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve slightly chilled at 8–10°C (46–50°F) in small white wine glasses to enhance its aromatic range. Ideal with blue cheese, foie gras, lemon tarts, or tropical fruit desserts. Also excellent on its own as a meditative post-dinner indulgence.