The Princely Wine Cellars of the Prince of Liechtenstein
Hofkellerei Liechtenstein
Elegance from Vaduz, Weinviertel and Leithaberg
Wine critic René Gabriel had long praised the wines of the Hofkellerei des Fürsten von Liechtenstein, which first drew our attention to this remarkable estate. Together with estate manager Stefan Tscheppe, we tasted the entire range before revisiting the wines in a blind tasting under neutral conditions. On both occasions, the quality impressed us, and we were delighted to secure an allocation from this highly limited production.
The Hofkellerei des Fürsten von Liechtenstein cultivates vineyards both in Vaduz, Liechtenstein, and in Wilfersdorf in Austria's Weinviertel region. Since the end of 2008, the estate has been managed by Stefan Tscheppe, whose previous experience includes Weingut Esterházy in Burgenland and Perry Creek in California. Overall responsibility for the family estate lies with Princess Marie von und zu Liechtenstein, who was born in Graz. Annual production amounts to approximately 20,000 bottles.
The estate's heart is the four-hectare Herawingert monopole vineyard, planted on slate and limestone soils. The vines average around 45 years of age and are composed of 90% Pinot Noir and 10% Chardonnay. The vineyards are currently being converted to certified organic viticulture. Vinification takes place at the winery in Vaduz. Dijon clones are used throughout the vineyards, while the Pinot Noir AOV Vaduz also includes Mariafeld clones. Since the 2019 vintage, Pinot Noir has been matured primarily in 500-litre tonneaux. Chardonnay is fermented and aged using a combination of stainless steel and oak, with malolactic fermentation carried out depending on the character of each vintage. Since 2018, the estate has been advised by Hannah Fiegenschuh of Derenoncourt Consultants.
Taste with Us Live on 30 October 2026
Join us at the Kracher Fine Wine Portfolio Tasting 2026 in Vienna. Stefan Tscheppe from the Hofkellerei Liechtenstein is already looking forward to the event and, in this video, offers a first glimpse of the wines that will be presented: elegant alpine Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays shaped by a cool climate, high-altitude vineyards, and their unique origin.
A Historic Estate with an Alpine Identity
The Hofkellerei Liechtenstein is one of Europe's most historic wine estates. Since 1436, the Princely Family of Liechtenstein has been closely connected to viticulture, combining centuries of winemaking heritage with a modern, quality-driven approach. Under the leadership of Stefan Tscheppe, the estate produces wines that express precision, elegance and a profound sense of place.
With vineyards in Liechtenstein and Austria, the Hofkellerei bridges the unique character of the Alpine wine world with Austria's rich winemaking tradition. Low yields, meticulous craftsmanship and sustainable vineyard management form the foundation for distinctive wines that continue to earn international recognition year after year.
Origin, Terroir and Character
The wines of Hofkellerei Liechtenstein are crafted in some of Central Europe's most distinctive wine regions. From the Alpine vineyards of Vaduz to the renowned sites of the Weinviertel and Leithaberg, diverse soils, elevations and climatic conditions shape the unique character of every wine and single-vineyard expression.
Cool nights, long growing seasons, and limestone, slate and loess soils give the wines their freshness, precision and pronounced minerality. Pinot Noir and Chardonnay in particular thrive under these exceptional conditions, expressing their origin with remarkable clarity. The result is a collection of elegant, refined wines with a distinctive sense of terroir, offering immediate enjoyment while rewarding careful cellaring.
