The wilder, the better
Our primary ingredients grow wild and pure, right here in our mountains. These are the ingredients that we distil into a 100% pure, natural essential oil. We’ve had it certified: Guaranteed organic. And even more important to us: A guarantee that it has grown in the wild.
Our classic: 100% pure, natural mountain pine essential oil. Here in the Sarntal Valley, the local people have been distilling this oil for over 100 years, and we ourselves have been making it for over 50 years. Mountain pine oil is a staple of every medicine cabinet in every home.
And no less important: Relaxing Swiss stone pine, for a good night’s sleep.
Today, the mountain pine oil distillery produces seven precious coniferous oils, all certified organic: mountain pine, stone pine, spruce needle, larch, fir, white pine and juniper. Each of these oils has soothing properties and precious ingredients that instil body and soul with the breath of the mountains.
From May to October, we offer guided tours of our distilleries to all member of the public who are interested and explain our production methods and the properties of our 100% pure natural essential oil.
Christine Moser Eschgfeller offers guests an insight into how “Kneipping” can give you a burst of vitality-boosting freshness that is easy to achieve at home.
On request, we organise a number of workshops for companies, groups and all interested parties.
Call us on +39 0471 625 138 or drop us a line at info@eschgfeller.eu.
In summer, our showroom distillery on the Villanderer Alm, close to the Marzuner Schupfe, draws in many visitors who would like to see the harvesting and distilling at first hand.
100% natural - 100% organic
What are essential oils?
Essential oils are obtained through the steam distillation of a botanically defined plant.
They are the smallest drops of oil of a plant, which are formed in the oil ducts and create the scent that attracts insects and keeps other animals at bay. They are not water-soluble, but dissolve well in fatty oils, cream or honey. We extract our oils through steam distillation.
Firstly, the chopped plant matter is loaded into the alembic column; the steam then flows from the base upwards, extracting the essential oil from the oil ducts of the plant on the way. The steam, which consists of both water and essential oil, cools down when it passes through the condenser; once it has cooled the two parts separate and the 100% pure, natural, essential oil is extracted by means of a Florentine vase. The filtration phase removes the last of the dust particles.
The water which remains after distillation contains traces of essential oil and is known as a hydrosol, or floral water.
The effects of essential oils on our bodies
Essential oils are extremely powerful plant extracts and, as such, should always be used in very small doses.
Because of their liposoluble properties, essential oils are easily absorbed by the skin and mucous membranes of the body and subsequently transported to every organ by the blood circulation.
When inhaled, essential oils stimulate the brain, and work on an emotional level.
How to use our essential oils
Room fragrance: (Aroma lamps, aroma stones, aromatic woods or electric), approx. 4-6 drops in an aroma lamp
Bath essence: As essential oils are not water-soluble, you will need an emulsifier, e.g. 50 grams of salt added to 5 drops of essential oil
Massages: To make a massage oil, add approx. 20 drops of essential oil to 100 ml of base oil, e.g. almond oil
Mountain pine: Strenght and confidence
Our mountain pine essential oil is a 100% pure, natural, certified organic product, sourced from wild plant populations and handcrafted in our mountain pine oil distillery.
Description: At an altitude of 1,800-2,400 metres above sea level, mountain pine reaches an adult height of around 3 metres and can live up to 300 years. Mountain pine is an exceptionally resistant, undemanding shrub which often forms the tree line. Its supple branches lie level with the ground and can withstand all and every snow storm, one of the reasons for the high quality of the essential oil it yields. Its wood is hard and not particularly dense, which also makes it eminently suitable for firewood.
Swiss stone pine: Soul guide
Our Swiss stone pine essential oil is a 100% pure, natural, certified organic product, sourced from wild plant populations and handcrafted in our mountain pine oil distillery.
Description: Grows at 1600 to 2300 metres above sea level, reaches an adult height of 30 metres and can live for up to 1000 years. Owing to its adaptability and occurrence in the high alpine area, the stone pine is known as the Queen of the Alps. Its wood is the lightest of all native softwoods.
Scientific studies have demonstrated that Swiss stone pine oil improves our quality of sleep.
Spruce: Relaxation
Our spruce needle essential oil is a 100% pure, natural, certified organic product, sourced from wild plant populations and handcrafted in our mountain pine oil distillery.
Description: Grows at up to 2000 metres above sea level, reaches an adult height of 40 metres and can live for up to 600 years.
The spruce is the most common tree in South Tyrol. Its wood is soft, light and easy to handle.
Larch: Self-confidence and self-expression
Our larch essential oil is a 100% pure, natural, certified organic product, sourced from wild plant populations and handcrafted in our mountain pine oil distillery.
Description: Grows at up to 2200 metres above sea level, reaches an adult height of up to 40 metres and can live for up to 800 years.
The larch is the second most common tree in South Tyrol. One of the smallest native deciduous evergreens, it loses its needles in autumn and grows them anew in spring. Larch trees need a great deal of light to grow, and prefer cool climates which are not too dry. Larch wood is durable and resistant to weather conditions.
Scots pine: Uplifting
Our Scots pine essential oil is a 100% pure, natural, certified organic product, sourced from wild plant populations and handcrafted in our mountain pine oil distillery.
Description: Grows at up to 1800 metres above sea level, reaches a height of 40 meters and can live for up to 600 years.
The Scots pine places very few demands on the soil and thrives even in the harshest of conditions. It also grows in areas where other tree species no longer occur.
Its wood is rich in resin, and is exceptionally durable and resistant to weather conditions.
Silver Fir: Spritual cleanser
Our silver fir essential oil is a 100% pure, natural, certified organic product, sourced from wild plant populations and handcrafted in our mountain pine oil distillery.
Description: Grows at up to 1800 metres above sea level, reaches a height of up to 50 metres and can live for up to 600 years.
The silver fir loves shady, low-lying terrain. With its deep roots, it plays an important role in stabilising the forest floor.
Juniper: Cleansing and Regeneration
Our juniper essential oil is a 100% pure, natural, certified organic product, sourced from wild plant populations and handcrafted in our mountain pine oil distillery.
Description: Grows from 2000 metres above sea level, reaches an adult height of 60cm and can live for up to 200 years.
Juniper branches were considered to be a cleansing and clarifying power, and were used for many years as a traditional incense.
"Mountain pine is my life and my scent."
Philipp Eschgfeller
Our sustainable work cycle
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Creating habitats
By working together with foresters and hunters, habitats are created for protected animal species.
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100% pure, natural oil
The chopped twigs, cones and needles are steam-distilled into a 100% pure, natural essential oil.
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Sarntal Valley mountain pine bath
Enveloped in 50°C warm, de-oiled pine: A Sarntal Valley mountain pine bath is a guarantee of relaxation at its absolute purest.
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Sustainable energy generation
We use the de-oiled residue as fuel for distillation and for indoor heating in winter.
