Vinařství BystřickýRed Wine & Terroir
Vojta & Anna Bystřický. 3.5 hectares in the Modré Hory (Blue Hills) wine region. Organic since 2023, transitioning to biodynamic. Natural red wines aged in French & Czech oak. Exclusive focus on blue varieties from the Velké Pavlovice subregion.
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From 1 hectare to 3.5—Vojta and Anna's organic journey in the Blue Hills of Moravia.
Vinařství Bystřický was founded in 2016 by Vojta Bystřický and Anna Bystřická (Holásková) in Bořetice, a village in the renowned Velké Pavlovice subregion of South Moravia. What began as a single hectare has grown to 3.5 hectares of vineyards, producing approximately 6,000 bottles annually of exclusively red, natural wines [^3^][^4^].
The couple's approach is distinctly divided yet harmonious: Vojta, "like a true clod," tends the vines and crafts the wine, working with the vintage as foundation—good or bad, he must fight with it. Anna, "as a representative of gentle souls," handles marketing, sales, and communication. Their label design reflects this duality—two semicircular cutouts symbolize Anna on top (colorful, vibrant work) and Vojta below (black and white, grounded in the earth) [^2^][^3^].
From the beginning, they chose the organic path, obtaining official organic certification in 2023. Today, they are transitioning toward biodynamic viticulture, applying principles that respect the rhythms of nature and the living soil of their Kopce vineyard—their first and most cherished plot [^3^][^4^].
Their beloved Cuvée Kopce comes from this first vineyard, a field blend from bushes older than 50 years. The name "Kopce" (Hills) represents not just the terrain but the heart of their operation—a wine that embodies the place, the history, and their philosophy of minimal intervention [^3^][^23^].
"No laboratory preparations—just pure and natural methods from vineyard to bottle."
Vinařství Bystřický practices natural winemaking with zero compromise. In the vineyard, they use only natural preparations—sprays made by macerating herbs like nettle and horsetail. No synthetic chemicals, no commercial products, no shortcuts. The ecosystem is supported by five beehives nestled among the vines, symbolizing the fragile balance they cultivate [^3^][^4^].
In the cellar, grapes are processed using the gentlest methods possible, avoiding technological interventions. Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts, no fining agents, and minimal filtration. Given their passion for red wines, oak barrels are essential—initially French, now gradually incorporating Czech oak from local cooperages [^3^].
All wines undergo extended aging on the lees (sur lie) for a minimum of 12 months in oak—often 20 months or more. This method, borrowed from the finest traditions of red winemaking, builds structure, complexity, and that distinctive creaminess that characterizes their Cuvée Kopce. After barrel aging, wines mature in bottles until they reach "desired vitality" [^3^][^23^].
The result is exclusively red: intense, youthful yet sophisticated, full of authentic Moravian character. These are not wines for mass appeal—they are for those who understand that patience in the vineyard and cellar yields truth in the glass.
Horsetail
Sur Lie
Barrel Aged
Blue Hills terroir—sandstone, clay, and the warm winds of Velké Pavlovice.
Soil Composition
The Velké Pavlovice subregion is known as the "treasure trove of red wines" in Moravia. The soils here are a mosaic of clay, loam, and sandstone, rich in minerals that impart distinctive character. The subsoil's magnesium content is especially beneficial to red varieties, creating wines of remarkable depth and intensity [^19^][^22^].
Climate
Vineyards sit on southern slopes at 200-300 meters elevation, enjoying a climate notably warmer than much of Central Europe. Warm summer days followed by cool autumn nights provide perfect conditions for blue grape varieties to develop complexity while preserving acidity. The famous "Modré Hory" (Blue Hills) appellation is a 1,200-hectare tapestry of wine villages including Bořetice, Velké Pavlovice, and Vrbice [^19^][^22^].
First Vineyard
The Kopce vineyard—meaning "hills"—is where their story began. This plot features 50+ year old vines that produce the grapes for their signature Cuvée. Located near Kraví Hora in Bořetice, these old bushes yield fruit of exceptional concentration, representing the living history of Moravian viticulture [^3^][^23^].
Blue Varieties
Unlike much of Moravia which focuses on white wines, the Velké Pavlovice subregion is synonymous with red wine excellence. The warm, magnesium-rich soils favor Frankovka (Blaufränkisch), St. Laurent, Zweigelt, and Cabernet Moravia—the very varieties that Vinařství Bystřický cultivates, creating bold, structured wines unique to this corner of Moravia [^19^][^22^].
Cuvée Kopce, Zweigeltrebe, Saint Laurent—natural reds from oak barrels.
Cuvée Kopce
The heart and soul of the winery—a field blend from their first vineyard. Zweigelt, Frankovka (Blaufränkisch), St. Laurent, Modrý Portugal, and Pinot Noir from 50+ year old vines. The 2021 vintage underwent one month of maceration and 20 months aging in used barrique barrels. Rich, full-bodied, with beautiful creamy structure and deep complexity. Unfiltered, with a long, sophisticated finish [^23^][^32^].
Zweigeltrebe
Zweigelt is a star variety of the region. The 2021 vintage shows elegant and fruity character with fine structure and spicy nuances. A wine with a long and refreshing finish that captures the warmth of the Modré Hory terroir. Also bottled in magnum for the gastro scene (Čestr in Prague). Previous vintages (2020, 2019) aged 20 months in French oak of various ages, showing higher acidity with concentrated flavors [^2^][^12^].
Svatovavřinecké (St. Laurent)
St. Laurent is one of the most important varieties of the Velké Pavlovice subregion. The Bystřický version is intense, youthful yet sophisticated, aged in oak barrels with extended lees contact. Shows the characteristic velvety texture and dark fruit of the variety, enhanced by the mineral-rich soils of Bořetice. Aged minimum 12 months on oak, often longer [^2^][^3^].
Frankovka (Blaufränkisch)
Known as Blaufränkisch in Austria, this is arguably the signature grape of Modré Hory. Thriving in the warm, clay-loam soils of Bořetice, Bystřický's Frankovka shows remarkable depth and spicy character. Used in Cuvée Kopce but also stands alone as a varietal wine. Full-bodied with characteristic red fruit and peppery notes, aged in oak to develop complexity [^3^][^19^].
Cabernet Moravia
Cabernet Moravia is a uniquely Czech crossing that has become essential to the region. The 2017 and 2018 vintages showed the variety's potential in Bořetice soils—structured, with dark fruit and herbaceous notes. Part of their Red Velvet Box releases, this wine demonstrates how Czech varieties can express terroir with authenticity when handled naturally [^1^][^3^].
Cabernet Sauvignon
The 2017 and 2020 vintages prove that even international varieties can express Moravian terroir when farmed organically. These wines see the same extended barrel aging (up to 20 months) and sur lie treatment as the indigenous varieties. Full-bodied, with cassis and herbal notes, transformed by the clay-sandstone soils of the Kopce vineyard [^2^].
Dornfelder
Dornfelder brings deep color and fruit-forward character to the portfolio. The 2018 vintage was part of their acclaimed Red Velvet Box, showing the variety's ability to thrive in the warm Bořetice climate. Dark, rich, and velvety with the characteristic natural wine edge—no filtration, no fining, pure grape expression [^1^][^2^].
Pinot Noir (Rulandské modré)
Pinot Noir from the Kopce vineyard joins the Cuvée blend but also stands as testament to Vojta's skill with sensitive varieties. The challenging Bořetice climate, moderated by elevation and soil composition, allows Pinot to develop earthy complexity and red berry elegance. Included in the field blend that makes up Cuvée Kopce [^3^][^23^].
Organic & Biodynamic Transition
Certified Production
✓ No synthetic chemicals
In Transition
🌙 Lunar rhythms & preparations
Vineyard Ecosystem
🐝 Natural balance
"We have chosen to use natural preparations and avoid commercial products both in the vineyard and in the cellar. No laboratory preparations—just pure and natural methods."
Vojta & Anna
Vojta and Anna Bystřický represent the new generation of Moravian natural winemakers—young, passionate, and unwavering in their commitment to organic principles. Since 2016, they have built their winery from scratch, expanding from one hectare to 3.5 hectares while maintaining small-batch, handcrafted quality (~6,000 bottles annually) [^3^][^4^].
Their division of labor reflects their personalities: Vojta in the vineyard and cellar, working with nature's challenges; Anna handling the business, marketing, and human connections. Their labels tell this story—two halves of one whole, colorful and grounded, visionary and practical [^2^][^3^].
Available through VELTLIN in Prague and internationally via More Natural Wine, HokusPokus, and Natural Wine Shop, their wines prove that Moravian reds can stand alongside Europe's finest natural wines. The Cuvée Kopce has become their signature—complex, aged, and utterly distinctive [^13^][^17^].
- Founded 2016
- Vojta & Anna Bystřický
- Bořetice location
- Velké Pavlovice subregion
- Modré Hory appellation
- 3.5 hectares total
- ~6,000 bottles/year
- Organic certified 2023
- Biodynamic transition
- 5 beehives
- Kopce vineyard
- 50+ year old vines
- Nettle preparations
- Horsetail sprays
- Natural yeast only
- No fining
- Minimal filtration
- Sur lie aging
- French oak barrels
- Czech oak cooperages
- 12-20 months aging
- Red wines exclusively
- Cuvée Kopce flagship
- Zweigeltrebe
- St. Laurent
- Blaufränkisch
- Cabernet Moravia
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Dornfelder
- Pinot Noir
- VELTLIN Prague
- More Natural Wine
- HokusPokus distribution
- Natural Wine Shop