Hannes Sabathi
When you visit this region you are overwhelmed by the steep hills and the views. At the top of one of those hills, the Kranachberg, sits Hannes Sabathi's winery and family home. The vineyards have been in the family for generations, and are quietly growing some incredible Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, and Pinot Gris grapes. Styria is a tough viticultural region as it is often struck by hail storms and quite humid. The weather makes it very difficult to farm organically. Although Hannes for all intents and purposes does just that, he does not want to become certified in case he needs to battle a difficult vintage. Hannes Sabathi is a proud member of the producer organization STK, and one of the few practicing organic winemaking..
