Culinary delights & natural wine at Wildbachberg

Johanna and Günter Krainer are convinced that it is not just the eyes that eat, but also the soul. That is why only selected ingredients of the best quality are served at Wildbachberg. Guests are best welcomed with a a good snack taste. It is already waiting for you on arrival – as well as a fine wine as a gift from the house. A juicy sandwich, with a Glass Natural wine? This is what makes your vacation taste good!

Regional and organic – because it's simply better

To start the day, the Breakfast box on the doorstep: filled with warm pastries from the landlady, homemade jams, fruit and vegetables, cold cuts and cheese from organic farmers, vegan spreads. Plus fresh herbs from the garden straight on the bread. Would you prefer the latter gluten-free? We'll be happy to arrange that on request.

For in between or in the evening: The Buschenschank on the next hill supplies the Brettljausn directly to your holiday home. Or would you prefer a fresh Baked chicken In a bed of hay? Either way, it tastes truly Styrian! Those who enjoy cooking on vacation will find everything they need at the many organic farms in the area or at the nearby supermarket. And passionate grill masters can enjoy our barbecue area with a magnificent view. Also, ask about the char, which we'll be happy to bring you from our own fish pond for you to grill yourself, subject to availability.

Real and unfiltered like natural wine

True to the spirit of authenticity, natural wines play a key role at Johanna and Günter Krainer's Wildbachberg estate. From regional to home-made, they make up the majority of the up to 800 bottles that are on display at the in-house wine cellar It's 300 years old and not at all dry: Here, you can browse, taste, chat, and enjoy in complete peace and quiet. A sommelier is also available to guide you through the tasting. If time allows, Günter himself will also introduce you to the world of natural wines.

Of natural wine and courage,
to get involved

The glasses clink softly as Günter pours the first wine. The light is warm, the candles illuminate the old vaulted cellar, an old Venetian table, and the guests are expectant. Some examine the glass skeptically – the wine is cloudy, almost amber in color. A white wine that looks like runny honey.

Günter raises his own glass, swirls it slightly, and examines the liquid in the candlelight. "Before you taste it," he says calmly, "I'd like to ask you a question: When was the last time you drank or ate something without having any expectations?" Silence. Some frown. "I mean it," he continues. "Most of the time, we reach for things we know. We seek security. The taste we're used to. The wine we've had before, the food that doesn't surprise us. But natural wine is different. It's not a guarantee. It's an experience. You have to be willing to embrace it...

Where does it taste best?

The Places You can also find culinary delights at Wildbachberg. For two in your own retreat or on the terrace? How cozy! In an illustrious group at the large communal table outside, at the barbecue area or in the wine cellar? There's a buzz everywhere!

Or among the people?

Landlord Günter reveals the best cuisine far away from the Wildbachberg: „There are places we always love to return to. Because they cook with joy, good food is valued, and people are passionate about what they do.“

Here you will find the personal recommendations For culinary delights in Western Styria – from simple inns to specialty restaurants, from traditional wine taverns to small shops with truly excellent products. More detailed descriptions and exact addresses can be found in the PDF at the bottom of this page.

Restaurants

• Theresa's, Deutschlandsberg (6 km), Mediterranean-influenced cuisine
• Deutschlandsberg Castle, Deutschlandsberg (8 km), Fine Dining behind old walls
• Pauritsch Inn, Bad Schwanberg (18 km), down-to-earth, honest Styrian cuisine
• Fisherman's hut near the hermitage, Trahütten (11 km), enjoyment directly on the water
• Jagawirt, St. Stefan ob Stainz (20 km), cozy inn with a wild boar enclosure
• Rauch-Hof, Stainz (13 km), special recommendation for fish & asparagus lovers
• Leibenfelder Stub'n, Deutschlandsberg (6 km), traditional inn atmosphere
• The Mill/Terra, Stainz (11 km), fine cuisine and wines in an exceptional setting
• Stainz Wine House, Stainz (12 km), modern cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere
• Alpengasthof Koralpenblick, Trahütten (18 km), organic food from the farm
• Sorgerhof, Frauental (4 km), good food available for self-collection with advance order
• Pizzeria Don Camillo, Deutschlandsberg (5 km), pizza, pasta and more

Wine taverns

• Ors wine tavernl, Deutschlandsberg (3 km), good Styrian snack & lots of warmth
• Krainerhof, St. Stefan ob Stainz (17 km), good snacks and pastries, own farm shop
• Hiden wine tavern, St. Stefan ob Stainz (16 km), scenery and snacks a delight

Coffee & Ice Cream

• Valentino, Deutschlandsberg (4 km), Good ice cream to take away or enjoy there
• Café Lex, Stainz (9 km), Coffee & Delicacies in the heart of Stainz

Good shopping

• Hubmann Organic Department Store, Stainz (9 km), organic food, sourdough bread & much more
• Kollar Meat Manufactory, Deutschlandsberg (6 km), great products for grilling & cooking
• Bio Platzl, Deutschlandsberg (6 km), selected food and natural products
• The health food store, Deutschlandsberg (6 km), organic food, teas, natural cosmetics and more
• Farmer-Rabensteiner, Bad Gams (4 km), pumpkin seed oil and Styrian specialties
• Farmers' market at Hubmann's, Stainz (9 km), Saturday morning, regional products
• Farmers' market Bad Gams, town center (5 km), small market, local products
• Farmers' market Deutschlandsberg, main square (6 km), every Friday morning
• Ribes Fruit & Juice, St. Stefan ob Stainz (15 km), regional organic juices to take away

wineries

• Krainerhof, St. Stefan ob Stainz (17 km), wines and spirits from our own production
• Hidden, St. Stefan ob Stainz (16 km), wines from Hochgrail, with a wine tavern
• Deutsch-Maier, Deutschlandsberg (1 km), wines from the surrounding area (by prior arrangement)
• Schilcher winery Friedrich, St. Stefan ob Stainz (18 km), regional wine for home

Cheese dairies

• MAGO artisan cheese dairy, Hollenegg (10 km), good cheese, handcrafted
• Deutschmann Organic Farm Dairy, Schamberg (5 km), organic cheese directly from the region