At a glance

Producer

Moric

Region

Burgenland, Austria

Grape variety

Blaufränkisch

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

€100-€130 (release), ultra-premium Austrian Blaufränkisch

Tasting profile

Bright blue and black fruit, crushed violets, wet slate, hint of pepper; taut and mineral-driven, but tight and not yet expressive

Evolution: Fruit will integrate into tertiary notes: leather, dried herbs, wild berries; aromatics and texture gain complexity with 5-8 years

At peak: Elegant tannin structure with depth and earth; dark fruit, tobacco, minerality; long, precise finish

Structure

Acidity

Fresh, high, typical for Burgenland Blaufränkisch

Tannins

Firm, high but fine-grained—will integrate with age

Alcohol

Medium (typically 12.5-13.5%)

Aging potential

High; 15+ years typical with proper storage

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2029 to 2037

Optimal window

2027 to 2040

Current status

Too young, will benefit from aging

Current condition

Very primary, intense acidity and tannins; bottle aging required for full development

The 2023 'Lutzmannsburg Alte Reben' is sourced from old, low-yield vines on iron-rich soils, built for longevity. Early drinking shows promise but not full complexity—by 2029, secondary and tertiary nuances will emerge and persist for nearly a decade.

Food pairing

Aged game birds, wild duck, venison, grilled lamb with herbs, mushroom risotto, mature hard cheeses

Serving

Decant

Yes (30 minutes) — The wine has firm, high tannins that will benefit from aeration to soften and integrate, enhancing its overall flavor profile.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 9/10

Hand-harvested from old vines; no herbicides or synthetic pesticides; native yeast fermentation; minimal intervention; low sulfur; recycled packaging and lightweight bottles; cover crops and biodiversity plantings; rainwater catchment and careful energy use in cellar

Moric is a leader in minimal-intervention, regenerative viticulture in Austria, combining certified organic practices with biodynamic principles. The estate avoids all herbicides, is dry-farmed where possible, uses light glass, and innovates with habitat creation in vines. Their global footprint is reduced by mainly European distribution and careful packaging, but some export-related carbon remains. Overall, the approach is among the highest sustainability standards for premium European wine producers.