A family-owned wine producer located in the Kamptal region of Austria, Arndorfer are known for their commitment to organic and biodynamic farming practices. Over the years, the estate has gained recognition for its focus on terroir-driven wines, particularly Grüner Veltliner and Riesling.

The winemaking team, led by the passionate siblings, emphasises minimal intervention in the cellar, allowing the natural characteristics of the grapes to shine through. With a strong emphasis on sustainability, Arndorfer has cultivated a reputation for producing wines that reflect the unique climate and soil of their vineyards, appealing to both traditionalists and modern wine enthusiasts.

Kamptal is one of Austria’s leading wine regions, located in Lower Austria (Niederösterreich), just northwest of Vienna. Centred around the Kamp River, Kamptal is renowned for producing high-quality white wines, particularly Grüner Veltliner and Riesling, which thrive in its diverse soils and unique microclimate.

The region experiences a distinctive climatic interplay between the cool air descending from the Waldviertel forest to the north and the warm Pannonian air from the east. This diurnal temperature variation is key to preserving acidity while promoting ripeness and aromatic complexity. The long, sunny autumns further enhance flavour development, especially for late-ripening varieties like Riesling.

Kamptal’s vineyards are planted on a mix of soils, including loess, granite, and primary rock, each contributing different nuances to the wines. The best sites are found on terraced slopes around towns like Langenlois, Zöbing, and Gobelsburg.

Grüner Veltliner is the region’s flagship grape, known for its freshness, peppery spice, and citrus notes. Riesling from Kamptal tends to be dry, mineral-driven, and long-lived, with purity and elegance. Though the focus is on whites, some red varieties like Zweigelt and Pinot Noir are also grown.

Kamptal is part of Austria’s DAC system, with "Kamptal DAC" reserved for wines meeting strict quality and typicity standards.

Zweigelt is Austria’s most widely planted red grape variety, created in 1922 by Dr. Fritz Zweigelt through a cross between Blaufränkisch and St. Laurent. Originally called Rotburger, it was renamed to honour its creator and has since become a flagship red for Austrian wine.

Viticulturally, Zweigelt is a relatively hardy and early-ripening variety, prized for its resistance to frost and reliable yields. It thrives in Austria’s temperate continental climate, particularly in regions like Burgenland and Niederösterreich, where warm days and cool nights help develop its vibrant fruit character while retaining freshness.

Zweigelt is also grown, albeit on a smaller scale, in countries such as Germany, Hungary, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Canada, and even parts of the United States and New Zealand, where cooler climates allow for similar quality expressions.

Stylistically, Zweigelt ranges from light and fruity to rich and age-worthy. In its youth, it often displays juicy red cherry, raspberry, and violet notes, with soft tannins and lively acidity. More serious examples, often oak-aged, can show darker fruit, spice, and earthy complexity.

Pinot Noir is one of the world’s most celebrated and challenging grape varieties, renowned for producing elegant, complex wines. Believed to have originated in Burgundy, France, over 1,000 years ago, it thrives in cooler climates where its thin skin and early ripening nature are best suited. Viticulturally, Pinot Noir is notoriously difficult to grow: it is susceptible to rot, mildew, and pests, and requires precise canopy management to balance ripening with acidity retention.

Pinot Noir is planted across the globe, with notable expressions found in Burgundy, Champagne, Oregon’s Willamette Valley, California’s Sonoma Coast, New Zealand’s Central Otago, and Germany’s Baden and Pfalz regions. In Champagne, it is a key component of sparkling wines, typically blended with Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier. The wine's diverse geographical range means that you might also find it labelled as Red Burgundy, Pinot Nero, Blauburgunder, or Spätburgunder.

The grape produces wines of delicate colour but remarkable aromatic depth. Typical flavour profiles include red fruits such as cherry, raspberry, and strawberry, often layered with floral notes, earthy undertones, and hints of spice or forest floor as the wines mature. Styles range from light and silky to more structured and age-worthy, depending on climate and winemaking choices. Pinot Noir’s ability to express terroir with precision makes it a favourite among wine lovers, despite — or perhaps because of — its demanding nature in the vineyard.