The southernmost part of Burgenland is home to the state’s purest and most natural viticultural landscape, stretching between Rechnitz in the north and Güssing in the south. The regionally authentic r
The vines of the wine-growing region Thermenregion line the hillsides of the Wienerwald (Vienna Woods), stretching from the outskirts of Vienna along a ridge containing the Anninger mountain, the high
The vineyards in the Kremstal are divided into three distinct areas: the historic city of Krems, whose western “Stein” district borders directly with the Wachau , the Krems valley, with its thick loes
The Wachau corresponds to the stretch of the Danube valley between Melk and Krems. This wonderfully scenic part of the Austrian landscape has been declared a World Cultural Heritage site. Extraordinar
In the vineyards of the Mittelburgenland wine-growing region, Blaufränkisch takes centre stage and articulates its origins perfectly in the region’s DAC wines. Four municipalities set the tone: Deutsc
The acronym “ DAC ” stands for Districtus Austriae Controllatus and is the legal abbreviation given to an Austrian Qualitätswein ( quality wine) that is particularly typical of its region. There are c
“Living with the vines” is the Austrian winegrowers’ maxim – because behind every bottle of wine lie months of work and countless manual interventions. Year in year out, winegrowers passionately devot
With the introduction of the highest Austrian sparkling wine category Sekt Austria (PDO) in 2015 local producers set the course for Sekt of uncompromising quality . Since then, Austrian Sekt with a pr
Discreetly grapey with delicate Muscat aromas, this extremely early ripening grape variety is used primarily for the production of fresh fruit juice (Most) and young wine in full fermentation ( Sturm
Austria’s wines are now highly prized both by wine experts and wine lovers all around the world. As artisanal products crafted by winemakers with a special link to their land, they consistently demons
Austrian wines offer the perfect accompaniment to an array of dishes and food styles, from Central European to Mediterranean cuisine, right through to Asian and Oriental dishes, Ethnic and Fusion food
Austria shows its sweet side with an outstanding quality of Prädikatswein : Beerenauslese, Trockenbeerenauslese , Strohwein , Schilfwein and Eiswein – the latter with its expressive, melting fruit – a
High- quality Spätlese and Auslese are some of Austria's best-ageing wines. As younger wines, they display great finesse with a mellow residual sweetness, as well as a vibrant balance between fruit an
Twenty years ago, the pinnacle of fashion for an Austrian winegrower was to release his or her premium red blend , aged in expensive new French oak . But times have changed – new oak is no longer rega
The international trend towards red wine has also made a considerable mark on the Austrian wine industry, in terms of the evolution of supply and demand. Full-bodied wines combining good concentration
Here come the stars of the Austrian white wine scene: premium whites with good ageing potential – outstanding terroir wines with international acclaim. While the range of grape varieties used for thes
Austria’s classic white wines have a satisfying freshness and fine acidity , alongside plenty of elegance, strong character and medium-bodied structure. Their typically unobtrusive nature allows even
This category includes sparkling wines that are produced by the traditional bottle fermentation method – essentially Sekt Austria (PDO) Reserve and Große Reserve . Specialists in the sparkling sector
Austria produces first-class sparkling wines – a tradition that dates back to the middle of the 19th century. These wines are perfect for a classic aperitif and also display wonderful versatility when
Dazu zählen Käse mit frischen Kräutern z.B. Schnittlauch, Bärlauch, Dill Käse mit getrockneten Kräutern z.B. Rosmarin, Thymian Käse mit Gewürzen z.B. Nelken, Wacholder Käse mit Fruchtstücken z.B. Pilz
Dazu zählen Österreich Kracher, Österkron, Blauhudler Frankreich Roquefort, Fourme d’Ambert Italien Gorgonzola, Dolcelatte Spanien Cabrales England Stilton Charakteristik © ÖWM Charakteristik Blau- un
Dazu zählen Österreich Dolce Bianca, Zwiefacher Deutschland Bavaria Blue, Cambozola Frankreich Bresse Bleu Charakteristik © ÖWM Charakteristik Doppelschimmelkäse zählen zur Gruppe der Weichkäse. Sie w
Dazu zählen Österreich Mondseer, Jerome, Rässkäse, Geheimratskäse, Bergbaron, Almkönig, Drautaler, Moosbacher, St. Patron, Raclette Deutschland Tilsiter, Bergader Almkäse Schweiz Vacherin Fribourgeois
Dazu zählen Österreich Weißer Prinz, Weißer Ziegett, Bregenzwälder Camembert, Schlierbacher, Bio Camembert, Deutschmann Rohmilch Camembert, Contessa Paola Deutschland Weiße Lady, Deutscher Brie und Ca
Österreich: Frischkäse aus Kuh-, Schaf- und Ziegenmilch, Voralpen-Schafmischkäse Italien: frischer Robiola, Murazzano, frischer Caprino Frankreich: Petit-suisse (Gervais) Charakteristik © ÖWM Charakte
Käse erfordert einen ähnlich sorgfältigen Umgang wie Wein, um vollendeten Genuss zu bieten. Hier die wichtigsten Regeln: Die wichtigsten Regeln © ÖWM Die wichtigsten Regeln Temperatur Käse immer eine
The Leitha Range is home to the good all-rounders. Hardly any other wine-growing region has such a variety of wine types as those grown on the western banks of Lake Neusiedl. Leithaberg DAC wines can
The creation of the Zweigelt variety in the 1920's by Professor Fritz Zweigelt , a crossing between Blaufränkisch and St. Laurent, only really gained recognition after the Second World War. Nowadays,
Syrah , or Shiraz , was only added to the list of Austrian Quality wines in 2001. The variety originally gained fame in the Rhône Valley is a natural crossing of Dureza and Mondeuse blanche. France, R
The high quality St. Laurent variety belongs to the Pinot family, and the synonym Pinot St. Laurent suggests a pinot seedling . In the course of a more quality orientated thinking in recent years, the
This variety has been approved for the production of Austrian Qualitätswein since 2017. It occupies small areas in Burgenland . Dalmatia Crossing between Gelber Muskateller with an unknown variety 8.4
Roesler has a high resistance against fungal diseases and is favoured in organic viticulture. A new crossing conducted in Klosterneuburg. Austria, LFZ Klosterneuburg New breed from Blauer Zweigelt x K
Ráthay is a new crossing conducted at the viticultural school in Klosterneuburg, and became an official Quality variety in 2000. Austria, LFZ Klosterneuburg New breed from the Klosterneuburg 1189-9-77
Merlot is the product of a Cabernet crossing , and like Cabernet Sauvignon , is becoming increasingly favoured in the red wine scene in Austria. Merlot officially became an approved Quality wine varie
Cabernet Sauvignon originates from the crossing Cabernet Franc x Sauvignon Blanc . In the 1980's, the variety took Austria by storm, and was by far the most favoured international variety. France, Bor
Cabernet Franc is an age old variety, and evidence suggests similarities of a wild vine , that have been selected and cultivated over time. Cabernet Franc is the third most significant Bordeaux variet
The Blaufränkisch is a thoroughly central European variety. This traditional Austrian variety is probably a cross between Sbulzina and Weißer Heunisch. Blaufränkisch was previously widely-planted thro
The Blauer Wildbacher is a relative of Blaufränkisch and originates from a Gouais Blanc seedling . Despite the very small acreage of plantings in its native Weststeiermark , the Wildbacher is much bet
The Blauer Portugieser is identical with the Português Azul, but probably originates in Austria. Most of its plantings can be found in Niederösterreich (Lower Austria) . probably Austria Probably cros
Classic Pinot Noir originates from Burgundy. the cultivation of Austrian Pinot Noir is still in its infancy, yet there is an upsurge of some great examples being produced in many wine-growing regions
The Blauburger is the successful crossing of Blauer Portugieser x Blaufränkisch , created in Klosterneuburg by Professor Fritz Zweigelt . The idea was to plant the Blauburger in traditionally white wi
The indigenous Zierfandler is a curiosity found in the Thermenregion , and derives from Roter Veltliner and a second, unknown parentage, that is thought to liken Traminer . Zierfandler is traditionall
Welschriesling probably origins from northern Italy, where it is known as the Riesling Italico. The closest relative is Elbling. The variety is also cultivated in Hungary (Olasz Rizling), Slovenia (La
The Pinot blanc is an internationally widespread variety and the youngest member of the Pinot family.It is recognisable from its delicate , often restrained bouquet and its soft acidity , that often m
The Traminer shares the genetic makeup of numerous popular varieties , and significantly for Austria, is the parent variety of ubiquitous Grüner Veltliner . Nowadays, the three Traminer varieties , Ro
The white variety is amongst the oldest cultivated vines in Europe, and is known as the Sylvaner in Austria and Switzerland, and Silvaner in Germany. The crossing is Traminer x Österreichisch Weiß, an
The Souvignier Gris is a fungus-resistant variety, crossed by Norbert Becker, and is to be found primarily in Steiermark. Its tendency toward abundant yields makes thinning-out of the grapes necessary
The Scheurebe is a crossing of Riesling and Bukettraube, and was created by German viticulturalist Georg Scheu in 1916. The Scheurebe is regarded as an aromatic variety due to its pronounced bouquet o
Sauvignon Blanc is most probably the crossing of Traminer x Chenin Blanc. As a varietal, it is particularly popular in the Steiermark, and was originally introduced into the region in the 19th Century
Rotgipfler is a crossing of Traminer and Roter Veltliner . Likewise with Zierfandler , Rotgipfler is a speciality found virtually only in the Thermenregion . probably Thermenregion, Austria Natural cr