Kapitel Zwei or “Chapter Two” is an experiment to organically and sustainably grow French grape varietals, including Chenin Blanc, Roussanne and Sémillon, and age them in amphora in both the Kremstal and Kamptal wine regions of Austria.

The grapes are handpicked from a single vineyard or “ried” called Kremsleithen. It was abandoned decades ago and was replanted in May 2022. Kremsleithen is derived from the steep slope (“Leiten” in German) that runs down to the river Krems. It was first mentioned in records dating back to 1266 and is located at 300 meters above sea level and composed of loamy, sandy soil and clay.

In summer 2026 several rows of old grapevines in the Kamptal will be grafted over to Chenin Blanc.

Our experimentation doesn’t end in the vineyard. We are also bottling our wine in 500 ml bottles, instead of the standard 750 ml. Why? Find out here.