Jalits
Eisenberg, Südburgenland, Austria
About Jalits
Sustainably farmed
Eisenberg / South Burgenland is probably the most unspoiled wine landscape of Burgenland, with some 1,230 acres of vineyards stretching from the town of Rechnitz in the North, to Güssing in the South. Authentic red wines are produced here, predominantly from Blaufränkisch that display subtle mineral spicy notes.
Jalits winery is a traditional family business. Since five generations, the family has been devoted to wine production. But Mathias Jalits brought the wine-growing business to a professional track and has been responsible for the operation since 2001. He is supported by his family, especially his parents Anna and Alfred Jalits. "We greatly benefit from the ideal circumstances for pressing incomparable wines which are typical for the region", says the winegrower.
Mathias Jalits has found his own style: his wines are powerful, marked by the Eisenberg's minerality. "We focus on enhancing the traditional and we avoid making daring experiments. However, this doesn't mean that we completely reject new ideas and innovations. The traditional can always change for the better but one should never lose sight of the region's strengths", says Mathias Jalits.
Vineyard: 32 acres.
Latest wine scores in International Magazines:
2017 Blaufränkisch Eisenberg DAC - Wine Enthusiast 91 points
2015 Blaufränkisch Eisenberg Reserve/ Ried Szapary- Wine & Spirits 91 points, Falstaff 95 points & One of 10 best BF in Austria
latest reviews
“Jalits Ried Szapary Eisenberg Reserve 2016 93 3/1/2019
Hints of tar cling to the dark berry fruits on the nose, aided by a
tinge of licorice. The berries take over on the medium palate
with their crushed fruit juiciness. The tannins are still a little
rustic, but they also provide traction on the fruity palate. This is a bit boisterous now but will smooth out. Drink 2020–2030.
Wine Enthusiast”