2015-11-23
New: The highest farmers’ market in the Alps immediately next to the pistes
2015-11-16
Finally! Following the problematic and intensively demanding 2014 vintage, 2015 brought happy faces to the Austrian winegrower population.
2015-11-16
Finally! Following the problematic and intensively demanding 2014 vintage, 2015 brought happy faces to the Austrian winegrower population.
2015-11-16
Finally! Following the problematic and intensively demanding 2014 vintage, 2015 brought happy faces to the Austrian winegrower population.
2015-11-06
This year’s christening of the vintage took place on 3 November in Lannach, Weststeiermark. The presiding clergyman, Styrian minister Franz Brei, christened the consecrational wine ‘Gustl 58’, named after a social initiative for spiritual development originating in the region. At the centre of the presentation stood this year’s winners of the Bacchus Prize, August Schmölzer and the San Francisco…
2015-11-06
This year’s christening of the vintage took place on 3 November in Lannach, Weststeiermark. The presiding clergyman, Styrian minister Franz Brei, christened the consecrational wine ‘Gustl 58’, named after a social initiative for spiritual development originating in the region. At the centre of the presentation stood this year’s winners of the Bacchus Prize, August Schmölzer and the San Francisco…
2015-11-06
This year’s christening of the vintage took place on 3 November in Lannach, Weststeiermark. The presiding clergyman, Styrian minister Franz Brei, christened the consecrational wine ‘Gustl 58’, named after a social initiative for spiritual development originating in the region. At the centre of the presentation stood this year’s winners of the Bacchus Prize, August Schmölzer and the San Francisco…
2015-10-30
The Day of Austrian Sekt 2015 brought with it a cause for celebration. The three levels of the Austrian Sekt quality-pyramid are to be henceforth identified with the designations Klassik, Reserve and Große Reserve (Grand Reserve). With this comes not only the guarantee that – in purchasing an Austrian Sekt with protected designation of origin – the consumer is receiving a wine with a documented…
2015-10-30
The Day of Austrian Sekt 2015 brought with it a cause for celebration. The three levels of the Austrian Sekt quality-pyramid are to be henceforth identified with the designations Klassik, Reserve and Große Reserve (Grand Reserve). With this comes not only the guarantee that – in purchasing an Austrian Sekt with protected designation of origin – the consumer is receiving a wine with a documented…
2015-10-30
The Day of Austrian Sekt 2015 brought with it a cause for celebration. The three levels of the Austrian Sekt quality-pyramid are to be henceforth identified with the designations Klassik, Reserve and Große Reserve (Grand Reserve). With this comes not only the guarantee that – in purchasing an Austrian Sekt with protected designation of origin – the consumer is receiving a wine with a documented…
2015-09-25
Wine law amendment enters into force on January 1st, 2016.
2015-09-25
Wine law amendment enters into force on January 1st, 2016.
2015-09-25
Wine law amendment enters into force on January 1st, 2016.
2015-09-14
Each year since 2012, the Austrian National Postal Service has created a special edition of stamps dedicated to the wine-producing regions of Austria. The fourth stamp in the series was issued on 5 September 2015. In the space of 15 cubic centimetres, it presents the wine-growing region Carnuntum along with its marquee grape-variety Zweigelt and the Heidentor – symbol of the Carnuntum…
2015-09-14
Each year since 2012, the Austrian National Postal Service has created a special edition of stamps dedicated to the wine-producing regions of Austria. The fourth stamp in the series was issued on 5 September 2015. In the space of 15 cubic centimetres, it presents the wine-growing region Carnuntum along with its marquee grape-variety Zweigelt and the Heidentor – symbol of the Carnuntum…
2015-09-14
Each year since 2012, the Austrian National Postal Service has created a special edition of stamps dedicated to the wine-producing regions of Austria. The fourth stamp in the series was issued on 5 September 2015. In the space of 15 cubic centimetres, it presents the wine-growing region Carnuntum along with its marquee grape-variety Zweigelt and the Heidentor – symbol of the Carnuntum…
2015-09-02
The quality this year is particularly high, and yields will be in the average - ‘This year’s crop of wine grapes has made it through a blisteringly hot summer, with desert-like days and tropical nights, in good condition. In terms of quantity, growers are anticipating a very satisfactory harvest, one that moreover is expected to yield material of high quality. Following the difficult vintage of…
2015-09-02
A hot summer is drawing gradually to its conclusion, and the first yellow-tinted leaves are beginning to appear as harbingers of the coming autumn’s eagerly anticipated display of colour. This also means that it’s getting close to the loveliest time of the year for travelling to Austria and experiencing its wines. You can find the most appealing routes at winetravelsinaustria.com!
2015-09-02
The quality this year is particularly high, and yields will be in the average - ‘This year’s crop of wine grapes has made it through a blisteringly hot summer, with desert-like days and tropical nights, in good condition. In terms of quantity, growers are anticipating a very satisfactory harvest, one that moreover is expected to yield material of high quality. Following the difficult vintage of…
2015-09-02
The quality this year is particularly high, and yields will be in the average - ‘This year’s crop of wine grapes has made it through a blisteringly hot summer, with desert-like days and tropical nights, in good condition. In terms of quantity, growers are anticipating a very satisfactory harvest, one that moreover is expected to yield material of high quality. Following the difficult vintage of…
2015-09-02
A hot summer is drawing gradually to its conclusion, and the first yellow-tinted leaves are beginning to appear as harbingers of the coming autumn’s eagerly anticipated display of colour. This also means that it’s getting close to the loveliest time of the year for travelling to Austria and experiencing its wines. You can find the most appealing routes at winetravelsinaustria.com!
2015-09-02
A hot summer is drawing gradually to its conclusion, and the first yellow-tinted leaves are beginning to appear as harbingers of the coming autumn’s eagerly anticipated display of colour. This also means that it’s getting close to the loveliest time of the year for travelling to Austria and experiencing its wines. You can find the most appealing routes at winetravelsinaustria.com!
2015-06-03
The Austrian Wine Marketing Board (AWMB) sponsored an international gathering of wine industry professionals, who came and toured Austria’s wine country from the 30th of May to the 3rd of June. Some 165 wine journalists and critics, selected wine merchants and sommeliers – from a total of forty countries scattered all over the world – participated in the AWMB’s “Wine Summit” this year.
2015-06-03
The Austrian Wine Marketing Board (AWMB) sponsored an international gathering of wine industry professionals, who came and toured Austria’s wine country from the 30th of May to the 3rd of June. Some 165 wine journalists and critics, selected wine merchants and sommeliers – from a total of forty countries scattered all over the world – participated in the AWMB’s “Wine Summit” this year.
2015-06-03
The Austrian Wine Marketing Board (AWMB) sponsored an international gathering of wine industry professionals, who came and toured Austria’s wine country from the 30th of May to the 3rd of June. Some 165 wine journalists and critics, selected wine merchants and sommeliers – from a total of forty countries scattered all over the world – participated in the AWMB’s “Wine Summit” this year.
2015-05-18
The online certification tool “Sustainable Austria” that was introduced almost a year ago by our national viticultural association was received by the growers with great interest from the very beginning. Since the inception of the project, some 500 estates have registered to access the Internet application.
2015-05-18
The online certification tool “Sustainable Austria” that was introduced almost a year ago by our national viticultural association was received by the growers with great interest from the very beginning. Since the inception of the project, some 500 estates have registered to access the Internet application.
2015-05-18
The online certification tool “Sustainable Austria” that was introduced almost a year ago by our national viticultural association was received by the growers with great interest from the very beginning. Since the inception of the project, some 500 estates have registered to access the Internet application.
2015-03-27
Two tried and true culinary pleasures come together once a year to create a very special Springtime flavour adventure! The freshly picked seasonal vegetable, asparagus, livens up the dining table - especially when served with Austrian wine. And with all of those healthy, vitamin-rich qualities, what a perfect way to get ready for Summer. Heavenly tips for the optimal pairing of asparagus and…
2015-03-27
Two tried and true culinary pleasures come together once a year to create a very special Springtime flavour adventure! The freshly picked seasonal vegetable, asparagus, livens up the dining table - especially when served with Austrian wine. And with all of those healthy, vitamin-rich qualities, what a perfect way to get ready for Summer. Heavenly tips for the optimal pairing of asparagus and…
2015-03-27
Two tried and true culinary pleasures come together once a year to create a very special Springtime flavour adventure! The freshly picked seasonal vegetable, asparagus, livens up the dining table - especially when served with Austrian wine. And with all of those healthy, vitamin-rich qualities, what a perfect way to get ready for Summer. Heavenly tips for the optimal pairing of asparagus and…
2015-03-25
Austrian winemakers can certainly look back at a successful Austrian premiere of ProWein 2015 in the new hall 17. With 352 wineries, winemakers and spirit producers present, it was the largest Austrian participation in this fair with 5,000 square metres. Austria was also the fifth largest nation exhibiting at ProWein 2015. The Austrian Wine Marketing Board (AWMB), which had its own prominent…
2015-03-25
Austrian winemakers can certainly look back at a successful Austrian premiere of ProWein 2015 in the new hall 17. With 352 wineries, winemakers and spirit producers present, it was the largest Austrian participation in this fair with 5,000 square metres. Austria was also the fifth largest nation exhibiting at ProWein 2015. The Austrian Wine Marketing Board (AWMB), which had its own prominent…
2015-03-25
Austrian winemakers can certainly look back at a successful Austrian premiere of ProWein 2015 in the new hall 17. With 352 wineries, winemakers and spirit producers present, it was the largest Austrian participation in this fair with 5,000 square metres. Austria was also the fifth largest nation exhibiting at ProWein 2015. The Austrian Wine Marketing Board (AWMB), which had its own prominent…
2015-03-16
Demand for wine from Austria climbs worldwide in 2014. The final figures just released by Statistik Austria confirm that new records were set in international wine exports for 2014. Export sales increased by an impressive six million Euros, which represents an unprecedented record of 145 million Euros.
2015-03-16
Demand for wine from Austria climbs worldwide in 2014. The final figures just released by Statistik Austria confirm that new records were set in international wine exports for 2014. Export sales increased by an impressive six million Euros, which represents an unprecedented record of 145 million Euros.
2015-03-16
Demand for wine from Austria climbs worldwide in 2014. The final figures just released by Statistik Austria confirm that new records were set in international wine exports for 2014. Export sales increased by an impressive six million Euros, which represents an unprecedented record of 145 million Euros.
2015-03-02
The difficult weather conditions during the Summer and Autumn of 2014 were no secret. And they certainly left Austrian winemakers with their hands full as they did everything they could to pick healthy, ripe grapes in the vineyards. Ultimately, after loads of extra effort and much added expense, pleasurable, lean wines were finally achieved – but only through a small harvest, which, at…
2015-03-02
The difficult weather conditions during the Summer and Autumn of 2014 were no secret. And they certainly left Austrian winemakers with their hands full as they did everything they could to pick healthy, ripe grapes in the vineyards. Ultimately, after loads of extra effort and much added expense, pleasurable, lean wines were finally achieved – but only through a small harvest, which, at…
2015-03-02
The difficult weather conditions during the Summer and Autumn of 2014 were no secret. And they certainly left Austrian winemakers with their hands full as they did everything they could to pick healthy, ripe grapes in the vineyards. Ultimately, after loads of extra effort and much added expense, pleasurable, lean wines were finally achieved – but only through a small harvest, which, at…
2015-02-26
Austria's wine industry is optimising sustainability even further by introducing official certification for sustainable operating wineries and their wines.
2015-02-26
Austria's wine industry is optimising sustainability even further by introducing official certification for sustainable operating wineries and their wines.
2015-02-26
Austria's wine industry is optimising sustainability even further by introducing official certification for sustainable operating wineries and their wines.
2015-01-14
From March 15th to March 17th, 2015, Düsseldorf, Germany, will once again become the center of the wine world with the holding of the renowned ProWein trade fair there. In attendance will be 350 Austrian winemakers, wine traders and partner firms, all presenting - in cooperation with the Austrian Wine Marketing Board (AWMB) - at the general stand of the Wirtschaftskammer Österreich (Austrian…
2015-01-14
From March 15th to March 17th, 2015, Düsseldorf, Germany, will once again become the center of the wine world with the holding of the renowned ProWein trade fair there. In attendance will be 350 Austrian winemakers, wine traders and partner firms, all presenting - in cooperation with the Austrian Wine Marketing Board (AWMB) - at the general stand of the Wirtschaftskammer Österreich (Austrian…
2015-01-14
From March 15th to March 17th, 2015, Düsseldorf, Germany, will once again become the center of the wine world with the holding of the renowned ProWein trade fair there. In attendance will be 350 Austrian winemakers, wine traders and partner firms, all presenting - in cooperation with the Austrian Wine Marketing Board (AWMB) - at the general stand of the Wirtschaftskammer Österreich (Austrian…
2014-11-10
Under the motto “The Ski amadé Trilogy of Enjoyment: tasty regional specialities, Austrian wines and magnificent pistes”, selected mountain lodges and restaurants in Ski amadé from now on are offering typical local dishes made from regional products. These tasty regional specialities are complemented by Austrian wines.
2014-11-10
Under the motto “The Ski amadé Trilogy of Enjoyment: tasty regional specialities, Austrian wines and magnificent pistes”, selected mountain lodges and restaurants in Ski amadé from now on are offering typical local dishes made from regional products. These tasty regional specialities are complemented by Austrian wines.
2014-11-10
Under the motto “The Ski amadé Trilogy of Enjoyment: tasty regional specialities, Austrian wines and magnificent pistes”, selected mountain lodges and restaurants in Ski amadé from now on are offering typical local dishes made from regional products. These tasty regional specialities are complemented by Austrian wines.
2014-11-06
Difficult weather conditions, persistent rainfalls and fewer sunshine hours demanded scrupulous care and extensive work in the vineyards from Austria's winemakers this year, so that healthy and ripe grapes could be harvested. The wine grape volume will be once again below the long term average, but we can look forward to an Austrian 2014 vintage with fresh, very fruity and pleasantly drinkable…