Stift Klosterneuburg

1114 doesn’t look like a date, but these wines prove it.

The thirsty monks of Stift Klosterneuburg have been stomping grapes for quite some time, and the results are very drinkable indeed. We’ve selected two classics from one of the most fascinating old cellars in all of Austria.

One white. One red. Two wines of true greatness. Grüner Veltliner has spicy and green-appley notes, while Braufränkish is blackberryish and plummy. We’ve discovered these wines of the steepest tradition, just make sure you learn how to pronounce them before you start supping.