Sonnhof Social Club

In 2020, Alwin and Stef Jurtschitsch teamed up with three other certified organic growers in the Kamptal, Susi Hahn, Michael Gerbing, and Thomas Janka to make the first vintage of Sonnhof Social Club. The Jurtschitsch family had a long tradition of bottling liter and doppler (two liter) bottles and with the new partnership, the tradition is being revived. The growers are bonded together by their dedication to organic farming in the Kamptal. All of the grapes are harvested by hand and come from the four growers certified organic vineyards. The wine is made at the Jurtschitsch winery in stainless steel tanks with spontaneous fermentations.

The Sonnhof Social Club label is based off of an old traditional loop-style label of the Jurtschitsch family winery that used to be on the doppler bottles. Sonnhof is the old name of the domaine and is still found on the walls of the Jurtschitsch winery. - Bowler
 
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About the Winemaker

Sonnhof Social Club

"In 2020, Alwin and Stef Jurtschitsch joined forces with three fellow certified organic growers in Kamptal—Susi Hahn, Michael Gerbing, and Thomas Janka—to craft the inaugural vintage of Sonnhof Social Club. Renewing a longstanding tradition of bottling liter and doppler (two-liter) bottles, the collaboration breathes new life into the Jurtschitsch family legacy. United by their commitment to organic cultivation in Kamptal, these growers meticulously hand-harvest all grapes from their certified organic vineyards. The winemaking process takes place at the Jurtschitsch winery, utilizing stainless steel tanks and spontaneous fermentations.

Inspired by the traditional loop-style label once adorning Jurtschitsch family doppler bottles, the Sonnhof Social Club label pays homage to this heritage.

Sonnhof Social Club

The Region

Kamptal, Austria

Natural wine production in Kamptal, Austria, embodies the region's commitment to quality and sustainability, rooted in centuries of winemaking tradition. Nestled along the Kamp River in the northeastern part of Austria, Kamptal is renowned for its picturesque vineyard landscapes and unique microclimate. Indigenous grape varieties such as Grüner Veltliner and Riesling thrive in the region's loess and granite soils, producing wines of exceptional purity and elegance. Natural winemakers in Kamptal prioritize organic and biodynamic farming practices, nurturing their vineyards with care and respect for the land. In the cellar, they employ minimalist techniques, allowing the grapes to ferment spontaneously with native yeasts and minimal sulfur usage, resulting in wines that express the true essence of the grape and terroir. The resulting wines are vibrant, aromatic, and full of character, with a sense of place that reflects the unique terroir of Kamptal. Whether enjoyed with local cuisine or savored on their own, natural wines from Kamptal offer a taste of Austria's winemaking heritage and a glimpse into the future of sustainable viticulture.

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