Over the past year, Austrian wine was very successful despite the economic crisis. In fact, the growth that defined the previous few years continued in 2009, especially in the food retail trade. read more
For the third time, the international dessert wine competition Concorso internazionale di vini passiti was organized by the Accademia della muffa nobile – the Italian “Botrytis Academy” – and this year’s event proved... read more
Good news from the USA ! The economy is growing again (+ 3% in the 3rd quarter). The restaurants are full, shoppers are willing to spend - and Austrian wine is going full speed ahead ! read more
It was a very hectic time in Austria’s vineyards during the last few weeks. The warm and sunny weather until the beginning of October brought healthy grapes with optimal ripeness and - thanks to the cool nights - perfectly... read more
It´s brand new on the market - a fabulous book on the genesis of wine. Wine Genesis features the unique photography of Peter Oberleitner. And Karl Mayer from the Teaching and Research Center for Viticulture and Horticulture... read more
Austrian wine has been holding its ground surprisingly well during these difficult economic times. In the first half of this year, the record level of export earnings achieved in the previous year remained practically unchanged... read more
The London-based international Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW), which for several decades has been offering the world-renowned qualification and title of Master of Wine (MW), has announced that Roman Horvath, the managing... read more