Hannes Schuster, who runs Weingut Rosi Schuster, is notable for crafting exceptional wines in Sankt Margarethen, located on the picturesque shores of Lake Neusiedlersee. The winery, named after his mother Rosi, was established by his parents and has been operated by Hannes since 2007, after his father’s passing.
The winery’s vineyards, spread across 17 hectares, predominantly lie on the Rusterberg hillside, encompassing villages like Oslip, Oggau, and Rust. Among these, Hannes cultivates 4 hectares of Blaufränkisch and a cherished 0.5 hectares of Furmint – a grape variety that he has become passionate about. Initially facing challenges in sourcing Furmint, he eventually procured grapes from an organic grower and aims to expand his Furmint holdings in Burgenland, where this grape thrives.
Adopting organic viticulture and low-intervention winemaking practices, Hannes strives for pure expression in his wines. However, the hot year of 2022 saw him lose some vintages to volatile acidity, underscoring the challenges faced by winemakers.
A selection of wines from Weingut Rosi Schuster includes:
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Rosi Schuster Aus Den Dörfen Weiss 2023: A blend featuring Welschriesling, Furmint, and others, showcasing brightness, focus, and good acidity. Rating: 94/100
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Rosi Schuster Furmint 2023: Derived from Oslip and another site, presenting mineral qualities and pure fruit. Rating: 95/100
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Rosi Schuster Aus den Dörfen Rot 2022: A juicy and fine entry-level wine with expressive berry notes. Rating: 94/100
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Rosi Schuster Blaufränkisch 2021: Fermented in stainless steel and matured in large oak, it offers complexity and structure. Rating: 95/100
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Rosi Schuster Sankt Margharethen Blaufränkisch Dorfkultur 2021: Made from older vines with remarkable purity and promise for development. Rating: 96/100
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Rosi Schuster Ried Hinkenthal Blaufränkisch 2022: Features sandy limestone soils, presenting fine texture and grip. Rating: 96/100
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Rosi Schuster Ried Lamer Sankt Margarethen Blaufränkisch 2022: A profound wine with elegance, crafted from schist soils. Rating: 97/100
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Rosi Schuster Mullendorf Blaufränkisch 2021: Highlighting chalk soils, this wine is bright and precise with excellent acidity. Rating: 95/100
For more information about Hannes Schuster and his wines, you can visit their official website: Weingut Rosi Schuster.