Wetzer Péter – Kékfrankos

Wetzer Kékfrankos: The True, Unmasked Face of Sopron

The Wetzer Kékfrankos represents the true, unmasked face of the historic Sopron wine region. Crafted carefully from low-yielding old vines, Wetzer Kékfrankos proves that this traditional variety can deliver world-class, terroir-driven red wines without any unnecessary makeup or chemical additives.

The Terroir and Taste Profile of Wetzer Kékfrankos

This exceptional Austrian-Hungarian border variety offers vibrant, tart red berries like sour cherry and wild cranberry. These fruit notes are beautifully paired with subtle peppery spices. Every sip is anchored by a cool, flinty-iron minerality derived from Sopron's unique schist and mica soils. It's a structural masterpiece that honors ancient cool-climate winemaking traditions.

Natural Winemaking Philosophy

In the cellar, minimal intervention is the golden rule. The hand-harvested grapes are spontaneously fermented using native yeasts. The wine then ages gracefully on its fine lees in neutral, used Hungarian oak barrels. To preserve its living character, this organic red wine is bottled completely unfiltered and unfined, with only a minimal touch of added sulfur at bottling.

Food Pairing and Serving Suggestions

This highly versatile food wine pairs perfectly with roasted duck, venison, aged cheeses, and artisanal charcuterie boards. For the best tasting experience, serve it slightly chilled in large Burgundy glasses. If you like, try it with lamb and nice vegetables too.

If you enjoy Péter Wetzer's natural winemaking philosophy, it's worth trying Wetzer Furmint as well — both wines reflect the same handcrafted, minimal-intervention approach. You can read more about the Sopron wine region here.

Order Wetzer Kékfrankos today, and discover one of the Sopron wine region's most honest, terroir-driven red wines.