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April 10 & 11, 2026

For two days, everything at the Kitzsteinhorn revolves around great food and fine wines – at HOCHGENUSS and Wine Flight & Tapas Delight, the highest-altitude highlights of the renowned Falstaff Culinary Ski Days in Zell am See-Kaprun.

On Friday, April 10, Wine Flight & Tapas Delight invites guests to sample exceptional top wines at three locations across the ski area, paired with fine regional tapas.

On Saturday, April 11, HOCHGENUSS combines a spectacular alpine setting with award-winning fine dining at the Gipfel Restaurant at 3,029 meters.

Wine Flight & Tapas Delight
Friday, April 10
HOCHGENUSS
Saturday, April 11

Wine Flight & Tapas Delight ▸ April 10, 2026

The place to be for anyone who appreciates fine wines, great food, and a breathtaking high alpine winter setting. Three stops invite on a culinary journey through the glacier ski area, meant to be enjoyed step by step:

Stop 1 ▸ Sparkling Wine Flight
10 AM to 12 PM – The event kicks off at the Gipfel Restaurant at 3,029 meters with the "starter".
Stop 2 ▸ Red Wine Flight
12 to 2 PM – Next, the new Gletschermühle Restaurant at 2,450 meters serves the "main course".
Stop 3 ▸ White Wine Flight
2 to 3:30 PM – The grand finale is "dessert" at the beautiful Skyline Bar in the Alpincenter at 2,450 meters.

The selected wines are perfectly paired with alpine tapas.

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STARTER ▸ Sparkling Wine Flight

Gelber Muskateller Sparkling

Müller Winery, Krustetten, Lower Austria

Fine, elegant bubbles with expressive aromas of Muscat grapes, white blossoms, and subtle citrus notes
Refreshing on the palate, aromatic and harmonious, with gentle fruit and an easy, light finish

Bründlmayer Brut Rosé

Bründlmayer Winery, Langenlois, Lower Austria

Elegant, in a delicate salmon pink with rose-gold highlights
Fine, persistent bubbles with fruit and spice aromas of cherries, wild strawberries, and subtle citrus
Creamy, layered flavors on the palate, with a harmonious structure, lively acidity, and fine minerality

Grüner Veltliner Grosse Reserve Edition Gold

Zuschmann-Schöfmann Winery, Martinsdorf, Lower Austria

Fine, elegant bubbles with fresh aromas of crisp apples, subtly spicy notes, and a hint of citrus zest
Creamy texture on the palate with balanced acidity and vibrant minerality

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Tartare on Delicate Krapfen Doughnut

Salmon trout
Pinzgau ox
Beet

MAIN ▸ Red Wine Flight

Il Pumo Primitivo Salento IGP

San Marzano Vini, Salento, Apulia

Intense ruby red with violet highlights
A complex bouquet with aromas of ripe plums and cherries, accompanied by Mediterranean herbs and a subtle spice note
Full on the palate, smooth and harmonious, with juicy fruit and a well-balanced structure

Gotinsprun Carnuntum DAC

Glatzer Winery, Göttlesbrunn, Lower Austria // 95 Falstaff points

Cuvée of Blaufränkisch, Zweigelt, Merlot, and Syrah
Deep ruby red with violet highlights
Complex aromas of dark berries and cherries with subtle spice notes, supported by delicate oak spice and vanilla
Full-bodied on the palate with juicy fruit, supple tannins, and a harmonious finish

Rosso e Nero

Pöckl Winery, Neusiedl am See, Burgenland

Cuvée of Zweigelt, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Blaufränkisch
Deep, dark ruby garnet with violet highlights
A complex bouquet of ripe cherries, plums, and dark berries, underscored by subtle notes of vanilla and mandarin zest, plus a hint of fine oak and herbal spice
Dense on the palate, fruit-forward and elegant, carried by ripe tannins and a spicy finish

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Forest Romance

Saddle of venison • Buchtel filled with onion confit • Seasonal vegetables • Red wine jus

DESSERT ▸ White Wine Flight

Grüner Veltliner Karmeliter Kremstal DAC

Hermann Moser Winery, Kremstal, Lower Austria

Bright pale gold with subtle silver highlights
Fresh aromas of yellow apple and mango, plus delicate herbs, complemented by elegant spice and a hint of orange zest
Juicy and lively on the palate, with a multifaceted acidity structure, fine fruit, and a harmonious finish

Wermut

Gaumengut, Wildon, Styria

A harmonious balance of fresh bitterness, spicy herbs, and subtly fruity nuances
Floral elderflower and fresh herbal notes, accompanied by a touch of citrus and subtle spice
Pleasantly fresh and light on the palate with a delicate bitter note, threaded with flavors of grapefruit, peach, and mint

Grünen Veltliner Icewine

Türk Winery, Kremstal, Lower Austria

Brilliant golden yellow with silvery highlights
Clear aromas of pineapple, peach, and orange, complemented by fine tobacco spice and elegant honey notes
A harmonious balance of lush sweetness, lively acidity, and a delicate structure on the palate

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Sweet Tangy Satisfaction

Torch-seared lemon tart • Regional cheese

HOCHGENUSS ▸ April 11, 2026

The highest-altitude highlight of the Falstaff Culinary Ski Days traditionally takes place at the Gipfel Restaurant at 3,029 meters.

The Journey
This one of a kind culinary experience begins with an evening cable car ride up to the restaurant at 3,029 meters, followed by an aperitif on the TOP OF SALZBURG panoramic platform with spectacular views across the Hohe Tauern's sea of peaks. A selection of premium wines is perfectly paired with the multi-course menu.
The Captain
Each year, a different standout figure from Austria's top-tier culinary scene is invited into the kitchen. Led by a highly acclaimed Michelin-starred chef with an impressive career, HOCHGENUSS 2026 also promises an unforgettable journey of flavors: Johannes Nuding is a master between Tyrolean Alpine roots and international haute cuisine. Today, he and his wife Lilit run their own restaurant, Schwarzer Adler in Hall in Tirol, whose culinary achievements were honored with two Michelin stars in 2025.