Elias Muster
Elias Muster is part of a prominent winemaking family in Austria, but he is carving out his own path with a unique, modern, and low-intervention approach to winemaking. He is the son of natural wine pioneers Maria and Sepp Muster.
Region
Elias Muster's vineyards are located in Südsteiermark (South Styria), Austria. This is the same region as his parents' famous winery. The key geological feature of this area is the soil known as "Opok," a calcareous marl (a mix of limestone, clay, and silt). This soil is central to the wines' character, imparting a distinctive minerality and texture. The region is also known for its hilly landscape and a unique microclimate that allows for long ripening periods.
Grapes Used
He focuses on the classic grape varieties of the region, but with his own stylistic interpretation.
White Grapes: 🥂 Sauvignon Blanc is his flagship grape, known for its ability to express the local terroir. He also works with Muskateller (Yellow Muscat) and Morillon (Chardonnay).
Representative Wines and Philosophy
Elias Muster's wines are often released under his own name, separate from his parents' main label, and are highly sought after by natural wine enthusiasts. His philosophy is deeply rooted in natural winemaking, with an emphasis on patience and a hands-off approach.
Coprivus: This is one of his signature wines, made from Sauvignon Blanc from one of his family's oldest and steepest vineyard plots. The wine is a pure expression of the grape and the Opok soil, fermented naturally and aged with a long maturation period to develop complexity and depth.
Omnia: Another key wine from his portfolio, Omnia is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Muskateller. This wine showcases his innovative approach, where the aromatic Muskateller adds a vibrant floral and fruity element to the mineral-driven, textural Sauvignon Blanc.
"Cydre": He also produces a cider, which demonstrates his interest in fermenting other products beyond just grapes, reflecting his natural, low-intervention philosophy.
Elias Muster represents the next generation of natural winemakers in a lineage of pioneers. He builds on the foundation laid by his family—biodynamic farming and minimal cellar intervention—while adding his own voice through experimentation with maceration, aging, and blending. His wines are praised for their clarity, tension, and honest expression of their Styrian origin.