Heidi Schrock & Sohne 'Tour de Rose', Burgenland, Austria

Bright bursts of watermelon, tangerine, and bruised apple dance across the palate in the 2021 Heidi Schrock & Söhne Tour de Rose, Burgenland, Austria, a brilliant expression of Austria’s diverse terroir and Heidi Schröck’s boundary-pushing winemaking vision. This small-production rosé masterfully balances complexity and charm, offering a vibrant glimpse into Burgenland’s co-planted vineyards.

Product Details:

• Owner: Heidi Schröck & Family
• Winemaker: Heidi Schröck, Johannes Schröck, Georg Schröck
• Varieties: Field blend of Blaufränkisch, Zweigelt, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Lagrein, Teroldego, Petit Verdot
• ABV: 11.5%
• Vineyard: Ried Ruster (single co-planted parcel)
• Soil Type: Loamy sand with grey quartz and schist
• Farming Practices: Sustainable, with a focus on traditional vineyard care
• Fermentation: Native yeast
• Aging: Neutral vessels to preserve freshness
• Closure: Cork

Sensory Description:

The wine opens with alluring aromatics of fresh watermelon, juicy tangerine, and bruised yellow apple, followed by subtle layers of cool forest herbs and flinty minerality. On the palate, its featherweight body is met by a vibrant core of acidity, showcasing ripe stone fruits, hints of citrus zest, and a mineral tension that carries through to an elegant, mouthwatering finish. Each sip delivers both power and grace, offering a true field blend snapshot of this special Burgenland site.

Winemaker's Background:

Since 1983, Heidi Schröck has led her family’s historic estate in Rust, Burgenland, Austria, just miles from the Hungarian border, into global prominence. Awarded "Falstaff Vintner of the Year" in 2003, Heidi is celebrated for reviving rare varietals and pioneering both classic and experimental expressions of the region. Today, her twin sons, Johannes and Georg Schröck, join her in carrying forward this legacy, carefully farming 10 hectares of steep, loamy vineyards and crafting wines that are both deeply rooted in tradition and refreshingly innovative.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve chilled at 8–10°C in a tulip-shaped white wine glass to capture the wine’s nuanced aromatics and lively structure. Perfectly suited for a wide range of occasions, it pairs effortlessly with pan-fried wild salmon, herbed potato salads, fresh mixed greens with vinaigrette, grilled poultry, or Mediterranean mezze. Its versatility makes it equally at home with brunch, lunch, or elegant evening fare.

The 2021 Heidi Schrock & Söhne Tour de Rose, Burgenland, Austria, offers a captivating journey through one of Austria’s most distinctive terroirs, revealing the beauty and complexity of its ancient, co-planted vineyards with each nuanced sip.