Freund-schafft wine

in the Ratsch country house

Freund-schafft wine in South Styria

Friendship,
cohesion and
Wine from southern Styria

Cohesion is important – especially in times like these! South Styria is not only one of the most beautiful wine regions in Austria, but also one in which friendship and mutual appreciation play a special role. Anyone who has ever strolled through the gentle hills of the vineyards or sat in a Buschenschank (Traditional Wine Tavern) on a convivial evening knows that things are warm, open and friendly here

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In South Styria, winemakers don’t think in terms of competition, but in terms of cohesion. People help each other, exchange ideas and support each other – be it during the harvest, in the cellar or simply with a good glass of wine. This special attitude to life always produces great things

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Good friendships are rare, just like great wines.

What happens at a Wine Tasting?

Real friendship comes from mutual appreciation – and it’s the same with special wines. Unique rarities often arise from spontaneous moments, shared ideas or simply the desire to create something special.

This is also how our friendships with southern Styrian winemakers have grown:

  • Since childhood – Like our friendship with Erwin Sabathi.
  • From regional togetherness – Like with Johannes Gross.
  • From a long-standing partnership – As with Peter Masser & Winery Tement

These connections have grown and matured over the years, just like the special wines that have emerged from them.

not planned, just happened

Sometimes an extraordinary wine just happenswithout a plan, without great intention, but out of a feeling of togetherness.

A barrel in the cellar that has turned out particularly well, a vintage with character that is not meant to be savoured quickly. These wines are allowed to mature, just like true friendships.

And it is precisely these treasures that lie in our wine cellar, are carefully guarded and opened at the right moment – for special occasions and good friends.

These wines are only available from us – exclusive, mature and unique!

Our highlights

We are delighted to serve you a bottle of wine that has had time to mature, develop and reveal all its beauty.

Our special recommendations from our friendship with southern Styrian winemakers:

  • Sauvignon Blanc 2017 – Pössnitzberg Schiff (Winery Erwin Sabathi)
  • Morillon Sulz 2015 (Winery Gross)
  • Muskateller 2018 Reserve (Winery Peter Masser)
  • Beerenauslese (Winery Tement)

Tip: You can also enjoy these special wines by the glass in our Wine Bar!


Successes are often the result of overcoming crises.

- Hans Arndt

Conclusion: Friendship, wine and solidarity - values that endure

Great wines are not only created through craftsmanship, terroir and vintage, but often also through shared values and challenges overcome. Significant just like great friendships – and you can taste these stories in every glass. We look forward to raising a glass with you!

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