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2024-10-16  –  The fact that Austria produces world-class white wines is nothing new. However, in recent years, Austrian reds have been following hot on their heels, making headlines with their top international ratings. And it is no wonder, for it has almost been one outstanding vintage after another since 2015. Zweigelt, Blaufränkisch, Sankt Laurent and the likes have produced juicy, ripe red wines full of fruit and with all the typical freshness of Austrian wines. Read more

2024-09-09  –  At a press conference in Vienna, the President of the Austrian Winegrowers’ Association Johannes Schmuckenschlager reported on the very early start to this year’s wine harvest, expecting a lower harvest volume than last year: “At 2.0 million hl, the volume of wine will be considerably lower than the average over the last few years.” In 2023, the volume of wine produced totalled 2.33 million hl, while the annual average for the period 2019 to 2023 was 2.41 million hl. Schmuckenschlager explained that the reason for the early harvest was the very early budding of the vines, along with sufficient precipitation in the spring and hot spells in the summer. The main harvest is now in full swing in all wine-growing regions, and we can look forward to a mature, harmonious vintage. Read more

2024-09-04  –  At the end of the wine fair VieVinum, the Austrian Wine Marketing Board (Austrian Wine) conducted a survey among the international experts who had been in attendance. The results are very pleasing: the participants were very happy with all aspects of the trade fair, especially the service provided by Austrian Wine and the trips to wine-growing regions. More than half of respondents reported that they want to add three or more new Austrian wines to their portfolio. Read more

2024-07-15  –  Austria continues to expand its pioneering role in environmentally conscious viticulture. The area under vine certified as organic has risen to 10,432 hectares, the equivalent of 15,000 football pitches or 24% of the total area under vine. This makes Austria one of the global front-runners in organic viticulture. More than 1 in 10 organic vineyards are also cultivated using biodynamic methods. Furthermore, 25% of Austria’s vineyards are certified by Sustainable Austria. Read more

2024-07-03  –  Wine connoisseurs know how much of an impact the soil can have on a wine. On the austrianvineyards.com website, all the geological characteristics of each Austrian single vineyard (Ried) can now be viewed – a world first. Read more

2024-06-17  –  When summer temperatures are steadily rising, nothing can beat a light, refreshing wine. Barbecue parties, al fresco dining or simply relaxing with friends by the side of a pool or lake are best accompanied by one of the particularly refreshing summer wines that Austrian winegrowers produce in red, white, rosé or sparkling. And then, of course, there’s the superstar of the hot summer months... Read more

2024-05-28  –  Between Saturday and Monday, 500 Austrian wineries exhibited their products in Vienna’s Hofburg, which welcomed more than 1,200 wine experts from 58 countries, making this year’s VieVinum a record-breaking event. Never before have so many international guests travelled to Vienna. Read more

2024-04-26  –  Between 18 and 20 April, a total of 1,285 Sauvignon wines from all over the world fought for the coveted medals of the 15th Sauvignon Selection by CMB (formerly Concours Mondial du Sauvignon). The 56 international judges assessed wines from 27 countries, and selected a wine from Steiermark (Styria) as the best Sauvignon of the competition. For the first time in the history of the competition a region has performed so well across the board – a further 2 Revelation trophies, 11 of the 19 Grand Gold medals and 81 of the 161 Gold medals were also awarded to Steiermark. Read more

2024-03-26  –  The current difficult economic situation is also impacting Austria’s wine exports. Over the last year, the value of exports rose only slightly to €238.2 million (+2.7%). At the same time, the export volume fell (-4.7%), which is explained by a pronounced drop in bulk wine exports. As regards the export markets, Germany stood out positively with an increase in value of 14.8% and in terms of the individual product groups, white wines in bottles saw a rise in export value of 7.3%. Read more

2024-03-13  –  Between 10 and 12 March, 200 Austrian winemakers presented 2,500 wines at ProWein in Düsseldorf. Industry specialists from around the world were able to sample the diversity of Austrian wines while enjoying the chance to network with both existing and new contacts. A total of 14 masterclasses and five themed tastings hosted by the Austrian Wine Marketing Board (Austrian Wine) provided an in-depth insight into the Austrian wine industry. Read more