February 06, 2024 - 0 comments
On the southern shores of Lake Balaton in the Balatonboglár wine region of Hungary, Kristinus Wine Estate stands as a beacon of sustainable viticulture. Since 2018, the estate has been dedicated to biodynamic farming, achieving Demeter certification in 2022. Florian Zaruba, the CEO and Winemaker, emphasizes a philosophy rooted in minimal intervention: "Our goal is to go one step back: to influence nature’s raw materials as little as possible."
The terroir of South Balaton is central to Kristinus' winemaking approach. They believe that cultivating healthy grapes in nutrient-rich soil produces unique, individual wines. Sustainability, organic, and biodynamic practices form the foundation of everything at the estate.
Not only a wine estate but Kristinus also owns Lokal47, a small plate restaurant and natural wine bar. Biodynamic thinking is not confined to winemaking but extends throughout the estate's life. The restaurant operates with a farm-to-fork concept, utilizing local ingredients, including organic eggs, herbs, and seasonal vegetables from the estate. The name Lokal47 signifies the importance of local producers, with the number 47 representing their own estate, just 47 km away.
Lokal47 invites guests to savor the essence of the Kristinus Wine Estate's philosophy — a harmonious blend of biodynamic and natural wines, local ingredients, and a commitment to quality. Whether for lunch, dinner, or a wine tasting experience, Kristinus offers a taste of the region's rich terroir and the dedication to sustainable, organic, and biodynamic cultivation.
