Dió is not a reference to some far-fetched sacred origin. The name comes from Hungarian, where dió simply means “walnut.” This makes perfect sense once you know that three large old walnut trees stand right beside the vineyard rows, and that Koppitsch is located less than 20 kilometers from the Hungarian border crossing at Nickelsdorf.
In the shade of these three walnut trees grow the grapes for Dió: Chardonnay on the one hand and Welschriesling on the other. This somewhat unusual yet beautifully harmonious pairing is rooted in the deep clay soils of Neuberg, a geologically diverse vineyard site that gently slopes toward Lake Neusiedl.
Harvested by hand, the whole grape clusters go straight into the press, where they are gently pressed. Without the addition of any additives, the juice is transferred into 2,000-liter acacia wood casks, where it ferments spontaneously and without temperature control before continuing to mature. Dió is bottled unfiltered and without added sulfur.
Dió is part of Alex and Maria Koppitsch’s so-called FUN Series. As such, the focus is on juicy, exotic fruit and a vibrant, refreshingly energetic drinking experience.
Data Sheet
Vineyard: Neuberg
Grape Varieties: Chardonnay, Welschriesling
Vine Protection: Only sulfur, copper, and plant- or animal-based preparations; not certified
Harvest: Hand-picked
Fermentation: Spontaneous | wild yeasts | whole-cluster pressing
Aging: In 2,000-liter acacia wood casks
Filtration: No
SO₂: < 10 mg/l
Alcohol Content: 11.5% vol.
Closure: Natural cork
Serving Temperature: 8–10 °C
Optimal Drinking Window: From now until 2029
Bottle Size / Price per Liter: 0.75 l / €19.38 per liter
Principle: All winemakers listed by Vinonudo work their vineyards using compost, organic fertilizers, and natural preparations, while refraining from the use of herbicides, pesticides, and synthetic fertilizers.
