Gemischter Satz Braitenpuechtorff

In former times, winemakers in Austria, planted different grape varieties together in the same vineyard, harvested, and vinified the grapes together.  These field blends, so-called Gemischter Satz, was a sure fire way to produce a balanced wine, no matter the growing conditions of that year, as certain grapes ripened earlier or later than others.  Today, a few winemakers have elevated this wine from obscurity to cult status.  Although Austrian regulations stipulate Gemischter Satz must contain at least three varieties of grapes, Ingrid’s comes from a special parcel, planted by her Granny, containing no less that 17 different varieties; a true historical treasure.