Our winemaking story began in 2001, when we revived our family’s winegrowing tradition from 1931, forcefully interrupted in 1948. We quickly realized that the path to outstanding wine leads only through outstanding grapes. That is why we produce wine exclusively from our own vineyards, which we have been farming organically since 2012. In 2016, we moved to live on the farm and gradually began to perceive and run it in accordance with the principles of biodynamics – as a complex, self-sufficient organism that includes plants, animals, and people.
Wines full of life
Our wines are crafted with respect for biodynamic principles that honor the natural rhythm of nature. Each bottle reflects the unique character of our terroir, where tradition meets sustainability. We believe that healthy grapes contain everything needed to create a harmonious wine: living yeasts and bacteria on the skins, sugar and a wealth of other compounds in the berries – all free from chemical residues thanks to ecological farming. Grapes transform into wine naturally, without the addition of enzymes, nutrients, commercial yeasts, bacteria, tannins, or other auxiliaries. In pursuit of maximum authenticity, we have abandoned technological interventions such as fining or filtration, minimize sulfiting, and even create wines without added sulfur.
Guiding the wine
In the cellar we step back and allow the wine to evolve at its own pace. Our traditional stone cellar, with its natural microclimate and cool temperatures all year round, gives every wine the time and space to mature gracefully.
Our approach
We rely on simple, honest tools: a high-quality press, a forklift, and an elevator connecting the winery to the cellar. Instead of pumps we use gravity. Fermentation takes place in open vats; ageing happens in oak barrels or ceramic amphorae.
Courage to experiment
We are passionate advocates of low-intervention winemaking, yet we also love to experiment. Guided by intuition, curiosity and an understanding of the biochemistry of fermentation, we explore new paths. The transformation of grapes into wine never ceases to amaze us – and each experiment reveals how many different expressions nature can offer.
Our Team
The heart of our winery is family. Each of us brings our own strengths, and together – with the support of long-time collaborators – we form a team built on dedication, trust and shared vision.
Vladimír “Vlad” Magula junior
The visionary and manager behind the winery, Vlad is also the master of the cellar. He guides the grapes from vineyard to bottle with intuition and the heart of a winemaker, helping them show their full potential. He represents our wines at leading natural wine events around the world and connects with customers on every level. He is also deeply involved in promoting biodynamic practices in Central Europe.
Vladimír Magula senior
Guardian of the vineyards and the family memory. With his background as a researcher, he studies the complex impact of climate on vine health and applies this knowledge to ensure that every harvest produces grapes of exceptional quality. For him, the vineyard is the true foundation of every great wine.
Katarína Magulová, née Kovácsová
Katarína looks after the farm itself – from the landscaping around the winery, to the vegetable garden and small animals. She also crafts our excellent artisanal cheeses, made from the farm’s own milk, which together with other homemade delicacies beautifully complement our wines at tastings and events.
Lucia Magulová
She fulfills an important aspect of the biodynamic farm as a complex, self-sufficient organism by caring for horses and other farm animals. Within the winery, she serves as an arbiter-sommelier and often joins in presenting our wines. She is also behind most of the photographs published on this website.