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One locomotive of the Austrian wine sector is the Austrian Wine Marketing Board. And it is one of the most powerful institutions in the world.

Austria's 2011 vintage finally has the cellars full again. The weather gave us healthy and ripe grapes for the most part – a reward for all the good work and for the challenges over the last few years. The warm Summer this year did present its own challenges in terms of choosing the right leaf management and with the somewhat moderate acidity content; careful vinification was in order. But the…

Austria's 2011 vintage finally has the cellars full again. The weather gave us healthy and ripe grapes for the most part – a reward for all the good work and for the challenges over the last few years. The warm Summer this year did present its own challenges in terms of choosing the right leaf management and with the somewhat moderate acidity content; careful vinification was in order. But the…

Austria's 2011 vintage finally has the cellars full again. The weather gave us healthy and ripe grapes for the most part – a reward for all the good work and for the challenges over the last few years. The warm Summer this year did present its own challenges in terms of choosing the right leaf management and with the somewhat moderate acidity content; careful vinification was in order. But the…

The 2011 European Wine Bloggers Conference was held on 14 - 16 October 2011 in Franciacorta, in the Italian wine–region of Lombardy. Franciacorta lies just a few kilometres from Brescia, and is best known for its sparkling wines produced by the traditional method. Yet this year, some 85 Wine-Bloggers from fifteen nations, including Brazil, Argentina and Taiwan, took the opportunity to taste a wide…

The 2011 European Wine Bloggers Conference was held on 14 - 16 October 2011 in Franciacorta, in the Italian wine–region of Lombardy. Franciacorta lies just a few kilometres from Brescia, and is best known for its sparkling wines produced by the traditional method. Yet this year, some 85 Wine-Bloggers from fifteen nations, including Brazil, Argentina and Taiwan, took the opportunity to taste a wide…

The 2011 European Wine Bloggers Conference was held on 14 - 16 October 2011 in Franciacorta, in the Italian wine–region of Lombardy. Franciacorta lies just a few kilometres from Brescia, and is best known for its sparkling wines produced by the traditional method. Yet this year, some 85 Wine-Bloggers from fifteen nations, including Brazil, Argentina and Taiwan, took the opportunity to taste a wide…

Despite widespread hail and frost damage, the harvest will be enough to supply demand.

Despite widespread hail and frost damage, the harvest will be enough to supply demand.

Despite widespread hail and frost damage, the harvest will be enough to supply demand.

Official figures published by Statistics Austria confirm a pleasant surprise. During the first half year of 2011, the value of Austrian wine exports increased, despite difficulties in keeping up with demand following a reduced yield of 40 percent from last year’s vintage.

Official figures published by Statistics Austria confirm a pleasant surprise. During the first half year of 2011, the value of Austrian wine exports increased, despite difficulties in keeping up with demand following a reduced yield of 40 percent from last year’s vintage.

Official figures published by Statistics Austria confirm a pleasant surprise. During the first half year of 2011, the value of Austrian wine exports increased, despite difficulties in keeping up with demand following a reduced yield of 40 percent from last year’s vintage.

The Austrian Tasting in Moscow was attended by some 600 wine enthusiasts. This year, the annual wine tasting event was enhanced by the first ever Master Class by the Institute of Masters of Wine to be held in Russia. The success of the Master Class was historic, thanks to the organisation by the Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW).

The Austrian Tasting in Moscow was attended by some 600 wine enthusiasts. This year, the annual wine tasting event was enhanced by the first ever Master Class by the Institute of Masters of Wine to be held in Russia. The success of the Master Class was historic, thanks to the organisation by the Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW).

The Austrian Tasting in Moscow was attended by some 600 wine enthusiasts. This year, the annual wine tasting event was enhanced by the first ever Master Class by the Institute of Masters of Wine to be held in Russia. The success of the Master Class was historic, thanks to the organisation by the Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW).

May 28-31, 2011: 167 journalists, selected traders and sommeliers from 33 countries, 3 days, 4 winetrips simultaneously, 16 wine growing regions, 28 lectures and masterclasses at 18 locations, 737 different wines to taste, 20 lunches and dinners, 1 Schnitzel cookery course… 1.000.000 impressions!

May 28-31, 2011: 167 journalists, selected traders and sommeliers from 33 countries, 3 days, 4 winetrips simultaneously, 16 wine growing regions, 28 lectures and masterclasses at 18 locations, 737 different wines to taste, 20 lunches and dinners, 1 Schnitzel cookery course… 1.000.000 impressions!

May 28-31, 2011: 167 journalists, selected traders and sommeliers from 33 countries, 3 days, 4 winetrips simultaneously, 16 wine growing regions, 28 lectures and masterclasses at 18 locations, 737 different wines to taste, 20 lunches and dinners, 1 Schnitzel cookery course… 1.000.000 impressions!

Three famous Japanese chefs are now studying Austrian cooking with Toni Mörwald at Kloster Und, at Esterhazy´s Restaurant Henrici and at the Kurkonditorei Oberlaa. Also, two leading Japanese wine experts will be studying Austrian wine culture in the wine regions for one year. Indeed, the Austrian Wine Marketing Board is strengthening Austria´s quality image even more in what is still the most…

Three famous Japanese chefs are now studying Austrian cooking with Toni Mörwald at Kloster Und, at Esterhazy´s Restaurant Henrici and at the Kurkonditorei Oberlaa. Also, two leading Japanese wine experts will be studying Austrian wine culture in the wine regions for one year. Indeed, the Austrian Wine Marketing Board is strengthening Austria´s quality image even more in what is still the most…

Three famous Japanese chefs are now studying Austrian cooking with Toni Mörwald at Kloster Und, at Esterhazy´s Restaurant Henrici and at the Kurkonditorei Oberlaa. Also, two leading Japanese wine experts will be studying Austrian wine culture in the wine regions for one year. Indeed, the Austrian Wine Marketing Board is strengthening Austria´s quality image even more in what is still the most…

Austria's wine country is indeed beautiful – but it is even more beautiful when experienced personally. No one knows this better than the Austrian Wine Marketing Board (AWMB), which is why the organisation invites the most important international wine specialists to Austria for the incomparable bi-annual Wine Summit. Through a range of wine tours, Austria's wine country is explored through its…

Austria's wine country is indeed beautiful – but it is even more beautiful when experienced personally. No one knows this better than the Austrian Wine Marketing Board (AWMB), which is why the organisation invites the most important international wine specialists to Austria for the incomparable bi-annual Wine Summit. Through a range of wine tours, Austria's wine country is explored through its…

Austria's wine country is indeed beautiful – but it is even more beautiful when experienced personally. No one knows this better than the Austrian Wine Marketing Board (AWMB), which is why the organisation invites the most important international wine specialists to Austria for the incomparable bi-annual Wine Summit. Through a range of wine tours, Austria's wine country is explored through its…

At two sold-out events in Los Angeles in New York, Austria celebrates the success of 150 Austrian wine makers and top chefs in the US.

At two sold-out events in Los Angeles in New York, Austria celebrates the success of 150 Austrian wine makers and top chefs in the US.

At two sold-out events in Los Angeles in New York, Austria celebrates the success of 150 Austrian wine makers and top chefs in the US.

German Publishers MEININGER present AWMB with the “Award for Outstanding Achievement”, the Special Jury Award.

German Publishers MEININGER present AWMB with the “Award for Outstanding Achievement”, the Special Jury Award.

German Publishers MEININGER present AWMB with the “Award for Outstanding Achievement”, the Special Jury Award.

Spring is here! And with the first warm rays of sunshine, not only are those Spring emotions starting to grow - but also the first asparagus tops are beginning to pop up. Every year at this time - and just for a short time - the unique taste of “the king of vegetables” becomes THE culinary highlight for connoisseurs and gourmets. Also every year, and just as unique, is the selection of wines – the…

Spring is here! And with the first warm rays of sunshine, not only are those Spring emotions starting to grow - but also the first asparagus tops are beginning to pop up. Every year at this time - and just for a short time - the unique taste of “the king of vegetables” becomes THE culinary highlight for connoisseurs and gourmets. Also every year, and just as unique, is the selection of wines – the…

Spring is here! And with the first warm rays of sunshine, not only are those Spring emotions starting to grow - but also the first asparagus tops are beginning to pop up. Every year at this time - and just for a short time - the unique taste of “the king of vegetables” becomes THE culinary highlight for connoisseurs and gourmets. Also every year, and just as unique, is the selection of wines – the…

The 2010 vintage was defined by unusually difficult weather conditions, with low grape yields the result. Nevertheless, crisp white wines and fine, lean red wines are expected.

The 2010 vintage was defined by unusually difficult weather conditions, with low grape yields the result. Nevertheless, crisp white wines and fine, lean red wines are expected.

The 2010 vintage was defined by unusually difficult weather conditions, with low grape yields the result. Nevertheless, crisp white wines and fine, lean red wines are expected.

Jancis Robinson MW, undoubtedly one of the world's leading and most influencial wine authorities, also has a liking for Austrian red wines. In her recent weekly wine column in the FT (Financial Times from Saturday 12 March 2011)...

Jancis Robinson MW, undoubtedly one of the world's leading and most influencial wine authorities, also has a liking for Austrian red wines. In her recent weekly wine column in the FT (Financial Times from Saturday 12 March 2011)...

Jancis Robinson MW, undoubtedly one of the world's leading and most influencial wine authorities, also has a liking for Austrian red wines. In her recent weekly wine column in the FT (Financial Times from Saturday 12 March 2011)...

British sommelier and wine journalist Robert Giorgione, together with several of his professional wine colleagues from Great Britain, tasted and judged 75 Rieslings from around the world. The winner: Austria! And 3rd place: Austria, again! With these outstanding results, Austria's Rieslings yet again live up to their world-class status.

British sommelier and wine journalist Robert Giorgione, together with several of his professional wine colleagues from Great Britain, tasted and judged 75 Rieslings from around the world. The winner: Austria! And 3rd place: Austria, again! With these outstanding results, Austria's Rieslings yet again live up to their world-class status.

British sommelier and wine journalist Robert Giorgione, together with several of his professional wine colleagues from Great Britain, tasted and judged 75 Rieslings from around the world. The winner: Austria! And 3rd place: Austria, again! With these outstanding results, Austria's Rieslings yet again live up to their world-class status.

The Austrian Wine sector enjoyed a positive year in 2010 despite the difficult market conditions. The low harvest volume in 2009 resulted in a sharp drop in Austrian barrel wine exports in 2010. However, exports of bottled wine continued on a successful course and reached the highest ever price average of more than € 2 per liter. And this trend is expected to continue because of the small harvest…

The Austrian Wine sector enjoyed a positive year in 2010 despite the difficult market conditions. The low harvest volume in 2009 resulted in a sharp drop in Austrian barrel wine exports in 2010. However, exports of bottled wine continued on a successful course and reached the highest ever price average of more than € 2 per liter. And this trend is expected to continue because of the small harvest…

The Austrian Wine sector enjoyed a positive year in 2010 despite the difficult market conditions. The low harvest volume in 2009 resulted in a sharp drop in Austrian barrel wine exports in 2010. However, exports of bottled wine continued on a successful course and reached the highest ever price average of more than € 2 per liter. And this trend is expected to continue because of the small harvest…

Have you finished your Christmas shopping yet? Or maybe you're not so thrilled with the same old ideas à la ties, perfumes & Co. Have you perhaps thought about giving something different – truly different - something that's clever, special and tasteful, and fits every occasion? Something with style and spirit, and can describe the one who receives it? There is nothing better than giving a fine…

Have you finished your Christmas shopping yet? Or maybe you're not so thrilled with the same old ideas à la ties, perfumes & Co. Have you perhaps thought about giving something different – truly different - something that's clever, special and tasteful, and fits every occasion? Something with style and spirit, and can describe the one who receives it? There is nothing better than giving a fine…

Have you finished your Christmas shopping yet? Or maybe you're not so thrilled with the same old ideas à la ties, perfumes & Co. Have you perhaps thought about giving something different – truly different - something that's clever, special and tasteful, and fits every occasion? Something with style and spirit, and can describe the one who receives it? There is nothing better than giving a fine…

With more than five million visitors per year, the website of the Austrian Wine Marketing Board (AWMB) is one of the most visited wine websites in the world. And now, the site – also the world's most comprehensive website on Austrian wine – has been relaunched. On November 18th, the new www.austrianwine.com went online. Work on the relaunch had been underway for more than two years with a fresh…