About Pax
Pax opened in Joching in 2020, a project from winemakers Franz Pichler and Verena Axmann in Austria's Wachau. The program centers on Grüner Veltliner and Riesling, with the portfolio anchored by Weißenkirchen Federspiel, Bachsatz Smaragd, Kollmitz Smaragd, and Riesling Höll Smaragd. The work has earned Discovery of the Year 2023 with ratings to 97 points and gold medals at the Golden Grape Awards 2024. A tasting room overlooks the surrounding vineyards from a terrace. Visits require advance reservation.
Tasting Experiences
Achterl mit Aussicht
Tasting and wine enjoyment directly at the winery with views of the surrounding vineyards from the terrace. Advance reservation required.
Varietals
Grüner VeltlinerRiesling
Good to know about Pax
Can you visit Pax? Is there a tasting room?
Yes, Pax has a tasting room open to visitors (from their website, September 5, 2026). Visits are by reservation.
What wines does Pax specialize in?
Pax focuses on Grüner Veltliner and Riesling. Signature bottles include Grüner Veltliner Weißenkirchen Federspiel, Grüner Veltliner Bachsatz Smaragd, Riesling Höll Smaragd, Grüner Veltliner Kollmitz Smaragd.
Do you need a reservation to visit Pax?
Yes, Pax requires a reservation for tastings (from their website, September 5, 2026).
Is Pax dog-friendly?
Yes, Pax welcomes dogs.
Where is Pax located?
Pax is in Joching, in the Wachau wine region. Phone: +43 664 4065858.
When was Pax founded?
Pax was established in 2020.
Who makes the wine at Pax?
The winemaking at Pax is led by Franz Pichler, Verena Axmann.
What tasting experiences does Pax offer?
Pax offers Achterl mit Aussicht.
Does Pax have outdoor seating?
Yes, Pax has outdoor seating.
Where to find Pax
Pax is in Joching, Austria, in the Wachau wine region.