The story
of A23 Wines began years ago, born from a dream of creating something together.
We, Thomas & Gunhild — a couple with different careers, Thomas having lived
and breathed wine since the 1980s, and Gunhild with a background in art and
design — wanted to combine these two ways of life. And we did. Our journey
started in August 2023 with our “firstborn,” a Riesling Trocken from Pfalz, Germany.

The A23
Wines brand symbolizes A for Amphora — the clay vessel used in
ancient Greece for wine storage — and 23 for the year 2023,
the year our first wine was launched.

The flavor
of every A23 wine begins with a meticulous selection process. Before a wine ever reaches the bottle, Thomas personally identifies and visits potential producers, selecting them based on a strict set of quality criteria regarding vineyard practices, grape quality, winemaking philosophy and consistency. Only producers who meet these exacting standards become part of the A23 family.

Once the producer has been selected, Thomas works directly in the winery cellar,
personally blending each A23 wine to achieve the precise style and flavor profile envisioned for the brand. This hands-on approach ensures consistency, balance and character across the portfolio while allowing each wine to express the unique qualities of its grape variety and origin.

Many vineyards have been visited and countless wines evaluated in pursuit of the
perfect expression for each A23 wine. Every bottle represents a careful combination of terroir, craftsmanship and experience, resulting in wines that showcase the grape in its purest and most compelling form.

Drawing on more than four decades of experience in the wine industry, Thomas personally crafts the final blend of every A23 wine, ensuring that each bottle reflects
the quality, balance and drinkability that define the A23 style.

We believe a wine bottle should spark curiosity, create recognition and bring a smile before it is even opened. That is why every A23 wine has its own visual identity, where colors and animal are carefully selected to reflect the wine's unique personality.

The distinctive animal illustrations are the heart of our design. Each animal represents a particular character, energy and mood that complements the wine's flavor profile. The animals bring life, warmth and identity to the labels while making each bottle instantly recognizable on the shelf.

The colors are carefully chosen to communicate the style and expression of each wine. They create an intuitive connection between the wine and the consumer, allowing the design to convey a sense of the wine's character at first glance. The result is a visual universe that feels modern, playful and elegant.

We have combined minimalist design with decorative illustrations to create an expression that balances art and wine. The result is a bottle that deserves a place on the table, invites conversation and becomes part of the overall experience.

For us, design is not decoration, and the labels are as thoughtfully crafted as the
wines behind them. Everything is in the details.

A23 Wines are the result of our dreams and visions combined with hard work and dedication - in short, the result of everything we’ve learned and worked toward over many years. They are created for people who appreciate both great wine and beautiful design. Wines that stand out on the shelf yet feel perfectly at home on any table.

It truly is a pleasure creating them!