Bernhard Ernst established his winery in Deutschkreutz in 2005, working 12 hectares in Mittelburgenland. The program converted to certified organic viticulture in 2020, with grapes carrying organic certification from the 2023 vintage onward. Ernst builds his portfolio around Blaufränkisch across three single-vineyard expressions, Fabian, Goldberg, and Hochberg. Zweigelt, Merlot, Syrah, and Grüner Veltliner round out the cellar, alongside the cuvées ZION and La Mission and Verjus. Sustainability certification arrived in 2019. Tastings are by reservation.
Yes — Ernst has a tasting room open to visitors. Visits are by reservation, so book ahead rather than dropping in.
Ernst focuses on Blaufränkisch, Zweigelt, Merlot, Syrah, Grüner Veltliner. Signature bottles include Blaufränkisch Goldberg, Blaufränkisch Fabian, Blaufränkisch Hochberg, ZION, La Mission, BIO Zweigelt Deutschkreutz, BIO Grüner Veltliner, BIO Gemischter Satz, Merlot, Syrah, Verjus. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Ernst's tasting fee: €40,00 per person. Fees change with the season and the experience booked, so confirm the current price when you reserve.
Ernst is in Deutschkreutz, in the Mittelburgenland wine region. Phone: +43 664 3860220. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
Ernst was established in 2005, giving the estate 21 years to develop its wine program and farming practices.
The winemaking at Ernst is led by Bernhard Ernst. Visiting during special events or release weekends is often the best chance to meet the winemaking team and ask questions about specific vintages or techniques.
Ernst offers: Meet & Greet & Taste and Wein-Degustation. Seated or guided experiences typically include more context about the wines and the estate's approach. Worth booking if you want depth over breadth.
Monday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Thursday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Saturday: Closed | Sunday: Closed Hours may vary seasonally. Confirm by phone or on their website before visiting.