When you open a bottle of Schloss Gobelsburg, you’re not just pouring wine — you’re tasting centuries of Austrian heritage and the thoughtful vision of one of Europe’s most respected winemakers.
Founded in 1171 by Cistercian monks, Schloss Gobelsburg is one of Austria’s oldest wineries, rooted in the Kamptal region’s vineyards of Grüner Veltliner and Riesling. Yet its reputation today is shaped by Michael Moosbrugger, who has guided the estate since 1996 with a philosophy of honoring tradition while pursuing refinement and balance.
A Winemaker With a Vision
Moosbrugger’s approach is deceptively simple: respect the land, respect the craft, and let the wines speak. The result is a portfolio that feels both timeless and modern — wines that embody precision and elegance while remaining versatile and food-friendly. It’s this balance that makes Schloss Gobelsburg a favorite of sommeliers and wine lovers alike.
Manila Meets Schloss Gobelsburg
In November 2024, Michael Moosbrugger joined us in Manila for a series of intimate events across Terry’s branches. His visit allowed our community to engage with Schloss Gobelsburg in three very different ways:
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Wine Training at Terry’s Pasong Tamo Extension
Sommeliers and wine enthusiasts spent an afternoon deep-diving into the nuances of Kamptal terroir and the estate’s philosophy of low-intervention winemaking. Michael encouraged us to see even “humble” wines with the same respect as grand crus — a perspective that resonated with professionals eager to expand their craft. -
Wine Tasting & Socials at Terry’s Molito
A lively evening for wine lovers and social drinkers, this gathering showed the accessibility of Schloss Gobelsburg wines. Guests sipped Grüner Veltliner, Riesling, and rosé while discovering just how versatile and enjoyable these bottles can be in casual, social settings. -
Wine Dinner with Ricksha & Love, Pierre
The highlight of Michael’s Manila visit. Partnering with chef Cyril Addison, the dinner featured Indian cuisine reimagined with elegance and precision. Each dish was crafted to highlight the interplay between spice, texture, and finesse — and the result was seamless. Schloss Gobelsburg’s wines revealed an extraordinary ability to harmonize with Asian flavors, from Grüner Veltliner’s subtle spice-laced minerality to Riesling’s balance of freshness and gentle sweetness. Guests left with a new appreciation for how Austrian wines can elevate Asian cuisine at the highest level.
Why It Matters to Terry’s
For us, this visit wasn’t just about pouring wine — it was about connection. Bringing Michael Moosbrugger to Manila gave our community the chance to experience the depth of Schloss Gobelsburg’s heritage and to see how wine can transcend geography and tradition.
Schloss Gobelsburg wines are not only elegant companions to European classics; they’re also remarkable with Asian dishes. That versatility mirrors what we believe at Terry’s: great food and wine should feel inclusive, approachable, and celebratory — no matter the cuisine.
A Toast to What’s Next
As we reflect on that November, we raise our glasses once more — to Schloss Gobelsburg, to Michael Moosbrugger, and to the joy of discovering new pairings that cross cultures.
✨ The next time you see a bottle of Schloss Gobelsburg in our cellar, know that it carries more than minerality, fruit, and finesse. It carries stories, friendships, and the memory of a night when Austrian wine and Asian cuisine danced together, seamlessly and beautifully.
