Austrian Wine organises a wide array of presentations and fairs in Austria and on the global stage.
The year of Austrian wine is characterised by many national and international activities that are offered and organised by Austrian Wine with regional partners. The focus is on major projects such as VieVinum as well as on participating in international wine fairs such as ProWein and Vinexpo, which are implemented in cooperation with partner organisations.
Austrian Wine Events 2024
Classic “Austrian Tastings” and commented tastings for sommeliers, retailers and journalists, that take up current topics of the Austrian wine world, are held in the most important export markets. Presence is also shown in distant markets such as North America and Asia.
Masterclasses in the US
Spring & Autumn
Austrian Wine will host two masterclasses in the US to further education in the wine industry and strengthen connections within the dynamic Austrian wine community.
ÖTW Single Vineyard Summit
7 - 12 September 2024
Austrian Wine sponsored event
The ÖTW Single Vineyard Summit will take place again in 2024. Austrian Wine invites international opinion leaders to this major event.
Sommelier Olympics Montreal
16 September 2024
The Austrian Wine Sommelier Olympics in Montreal present a unique opportunity to showcase knowledge of Austrian wines and compete in exciting disciplines based on the seven elements of Austrian wine. Participants can enjoy tastings, engage in competitions, and connect with fellow wine enthusiasts and experts.
Masterclass Los Angeles
19 September 2024
The Austrian Wine Masterclass in Los Angeles offers an introduction to contemporary Austrian wines. Under the theme “The Future is Now: New Dimensions in Contemporary Austrian Wine”, sommelier Taylor Parsons shares insights into current trends. The event is designed for approximately 30 industry professionals and includes a guided tasting of in the US established wines and an open wine bar.
Events in Hong Kong
24 - 26 September 2024
Austrian Wine will be a guest at the Judging Week of the Hong Kong Int. Wine & Spirits Competition and associated side events. There will also be a top-class Austrian wine dinner.
Tasting Tokyo
30 September 2024
In cooperation with Advantage Austria Tokyo and AdWein Austria, Austrian Wine offers importers the opportunity to present their current Austrian wine portfolio to the japanese expert audience in Tokyo.
Rolling Pin.Convention Düsseldorf
30 September & 1 Oktober 2024
The Rolling Pin.Convention attracts around 10,000 professionals from the gastronomy, sommelier, and bar scenes each year. This year, Austrian Wine will also be participating with an exciting masterclass and a joint booth in collaboration with the German retailer Lobenbergs Good Wine.
Sommelier / Gastronomy Event in Canada
Autumn 2024
The response to the 2023 sommelier competition was so great that Austrian Wine will organize an event for sommeliers and restaurateurs in Canada in autumn 2024.
Activity in Switzerland
Autumn 2024
There will be an Austrian Wine event in Switzerland in autumn 2024. It has not yet been decided whether this will be a masterclass, a flight tasting or an “A Close Look at” event format.
Masterclasses in United Kingdom
Autumn 2024
There will be several masterclasses in the United Kingdom in autumn 2024. These events will focus on major cities in the United Kingdom besides London.
However, there will be another big Austrian Tasting in London in 2025.
Vinum Masterclass in Munich
Autumn 2024
Austrian Wine sponsored event
A masterclass will take place in autumn as part of the wine tour from the wine trade magazine Vinum.
Arlberg Weinberg
Winter 2024
Austrian Wine sponsored event
As part of Arlberg Weinberg, Austrian Wine will organise a themed tasting in 2024 and invite international guests to the event.
Past events
Über den Tellerrand in Cologne
2 September 2024
Austrian Wine brought a brand new food & wine event to Germany in September: “Über den Tellerrand”. The premiere took place in Cologne, where guests were treated to a unique wine and food pairing, as well as a cool wine bar where winemakers personally served their wines.
IWSC Judging
19 - 23 August 2024
After the first edition of the IWSC tasting in Austria in 2023 was a complete success, the judges of this international wine competition were also be brought to Austria in 2024 to taste Austrian wines directly in the country. There was also an extensive supporting programme for the judges in this year’s host region of Niederösterreich (Lower Austria).
Australia Roadshow - Mike Bennie
July & August 2024
The Australian journalist Mike Bennie presented the diversity of Austrian wines to the local specialist audience. As part of a roadshow along the East Coast, the importer and sommelier scene was able to network better and learn new things.
Events in China
2024
In order to show its presence on the Chinese market, Austrian Wine organised various events in cities such as Beijing and Chengdu. Interested trade visitors were able to learn more about the diversity of the wine country in various event formats.
A close look at NYC
10 & 11 July 2024
After Chicago, the journey continued to New York City: On the two-day hopping tour through the vibrant metropolis, seven wineries enchanted the city that never sleeps.
A Close Look at Chicago
8 & 9 July 2024
Austrian wine on a US tour with the format “A Close Look at” in Chicago and New York. Six top wineries presented the diversity of Austrian wines directly in the lively wine scene in Chicago.
Karakterre
22 & 23 May 2024
Austrian Wine sponsored event
Karakterre stands as the preeminent showcase for organic, biodynamic, and natural wines in central and eastern europe with particular emphasis on Austria. The annual event takes place both in Austria and New York. For more information click here.
Wine & Gourmet Festival Wachau
4 - 14 April 2024
Austrian Wine sponsored event
The Wachau Wine & Gourmet Festival took place again in 2024. Austrian Wine supported the event with a focus on international guests and speakers.
Masterclass Miami
26 March 2024
Austrian wine travelled to Miami! The participants were taken on a fascinating journey into the world of Austrian wine, where tradition met innovation. An exclusive workshop offered the opportunity to taste the variety and exceptional quality of Austrian wines.
Vinexpo Paris
12 - 14 February 2024
Over 50 Austrian wineries were represented at Vinexpo Paris to showcase their top wines to an international audience. Visitors had the opportunity to get to know the winemakers and taste outstanding wines from all over Austria.
Millésime Bio
29 - 31 January 2024
More than 40 Austrian wineries showcased their wines at the Millésime Bio 2024 trade fair, renowned for its emphasis on 100% organic wines.