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“When someone makes a journey, he will have tales to tell...” This is a famous saying in the German language sphere, and it’s even more valid when (s)he has had Austria as their holiday destination. T

2015 will go down in the Sekt history as a milestone for the Austrian Sekt sector. Under the leadership of the Austrian Sekt Committee, founded just in 2013, and with the energetic participation of th

The concept of “ origin ” can be quite complex when understanding Austria’s wines. Origin is not only a definition of the specific winegrowing region; it may also define the specific place that the wi

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. In other wo

Quality wines from 40 approved quality grape varieties can originate from 9 generic winegrowing regions – which are designated according to the names of their respective federal states – or specific w

“ Qualitätswein ” ( quality wine), which can be identified by the Federal Inspection Number and the characteristic red-white-red banderole on the cap, forms the central pillar of the Austrian wine ind

Archaeologists have been producing evidence of ancient Roman culture within the historic region of Carnuntum for many years. But what is as astonishing: the ‘mineral treasures’ inherent to these appro

There are only 546 hectares in the Weststeiermark planted to the vine , but the winegrower families manage to produce a handsome diversity of products: finely-tuned white wines from numerous grape var

The Südsteiermark is synonymous with fresh , aromatic white wines, particularly Sauvignon Blanc . There is, however adequate space on its 2,563 hectares of vineyard for a wealth of other varieties to

It is the pockets of vineyards planted on the rich and fertile slopes, characterised by remarkable deposits from long -extinct volcanoes, which give the vinous landscape of the Vulkanland Steiermark i

The winegrowing region Rosalia is located on the eastern slopes of the Rosaliengebirge – the Rosalia Range – which runs along the border between the states of Niederösterreich and Burgenland . There a

In Vienna, the tradition of planting different and complementary grape varieties together in a vineyard – then harvesting and fermenting them together as well – has survived to the present day as Gemi

This is probably the most unspoilt wine landscape in Burgenland , with some 515 hectares of vineyards stretching from the town of Rechnitz in the north to Güssing in the south. Its authentic red wines

Blaufränkisch is the leading grape variety throughout the 2,104 hectares of vineyards in the winegrowing region Mittelburgenland , ideally representing the regionally typical characteristics in Mittel

The Leitha Range is home to the all-rounders. There is scarcely any other wineproducing region that permits such a diversity of wine types as does the 3,097- hectare Leithaberg on the western shores o

The winegrowing region Neusiedlersee is situated on the eastern shores of a large, shallow steppe lake, the Neusiedler See or Lake Neusiedl. The designated vineyard area stretches from the wine town o

Kamptal gets its name from the river Kamp that flows directly through it, and is home to Austria’s largest wineproducing town, Langenlois. With an area of 3,907 hectares under vines, Kamptal is one of

The 2,368 hectares of vineyards in Kremstal are divided into three different zones, starting with rocky soils in the original Krems River valley and the historic town of Krems, along with the municipa

Traisental is one of the most recent additions to the viticultural map of Austria, and with a mere 815 hectares figures among the smaller winegrowing regions . In contrast, its wines are in no way sma

Austrian wine enthusiasts know the Weinviertel . But nowadays Austria’s largest specified winegrowing region is steadily gaining international recognition as well. With 13,858 hectares under vines, si

The world abounds with viticultural regions that produce weightier – above all more alcohol -laden – wines than the Steiermark. But nowhere, are there any fresher, more brilliant – and thus in a very

The Weinviertel is a solid presence in the mind of every Austrian wine lover, but the level of awareness with regard to Austria’s largest winegrowing region is also growing in the international perspe

Only 546 hectares are planted to the vine in Weststeiermark , but the winegrowing families cultivate them diligently to create an astonishing variety of products: polished white wines from numerous gr

The winegrowing region Vulkanland Steiermark is characterised by many small wine islands, with distinctive vineyards growing on the slopes of extinct volcanoes, which impart a truly unique and uncommo

The Südsteiermark is a remarkable source for fragrant and refreshing wines, especially Sauvignon Blanc . But its 2,563 hectares under vines allows enough room for an ample assortment of grape varietie

The Leitha Range is home to the all-rounders. Hardly any other winegrowing region hosts such diversely varied forms of wine as do these 3,097 hectares on the western banks of Lake Neusiedl. Leithaberg

The grapes for Qualitätswein ( quality wine) or regionally-typical Qualitätswein ( DAC ) must grow in an Austrian winegrowing region. Landwein (land wine) , generally comes from the larger winegrowing

Austrian wine law is based on European wine legislation. However, Austria has maintained its autonomy to a certain degree, upheld by its controlled origin , its legal maximum yield , a designation for

Niederösterreich (Lower Austria) is Austria’s largest winegrowing region for Qualitätswein . Under its name are gathered an abundant variety of wine cultures, ranging from vinous stylings of local var

On the west bank of Lake Neusiedl, the free city of Rust is one of Austria’s wine communities richest in tradition. Along with its regionally typical mineral-driven red and white Leithaberg DAC * wine

The winegrowing region Rosalia is situated on the eastern slope of the Rosalia Range, which extends along the border between Niederösterreich and Burgenland . A Pannonian climate and all kinds of loam

Grapevines have been in existence for more than sixty million years. During the last interglacial warm period (from 5–10 thousand years ago), vines make their way northwest along the Danube River. The

Traisental is one of the youngest winegrowing regions in Austria – it exists in its present form only since 1995. It is also one of the smallest in the country with approximately 815 hectares under vi

Named for the river Kamp that runs through it, its leading municipality is Langenlois, Austria’s largest wine town – and with 3,907 hectares under vines and numerous internationally known top estates,

The 2,368 hectares of vineyards in the Kremstal – the Krems river valley – are divided into three distinct zones: the historic city of Krems, whose western districts called “Stein” borders directly on

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

Austrians love nature and as a result they treat it with the greatest of respect. Environmental protection, water purity, healthy and GMO-free food, biodiversity, energy and materials efficiency are a

An overview of the different systems of sustainable viticulture in Austria. For many years now, sustainability has been an important theme in matters of agriculture. And winegrowing is an extremely co

Austrian Sekt sparkles brilliantly in the glass – especially on the winter holidays Christmas and New Year’s Eve. We owe this ebullient delight to a great love story that began – once upon a time – in

Austria has outstanding wine regions, wineries - and internationally acclaimed wines. Where "Austria" is written on the outside, Austria must be inside, too; only this can guarantee the top image of A

Austria’s winegrowing region Neusiedlersee , situated to the east of Lake Neusiedl, reaches from the hills and the big wine town of Gols over the flat Heideboden down to the melancholy Seewinkel . A g

Wine production in Austria is not only found in the wine-growing areas of "WEINLAND" (to include Niederösterreich, Burgenland and Wien /Vienna) and "STEIRERLAND" (Steiermark), but also in every other

© AWMB / Thomas Schauer Pairs nicely with Ripe Riesling Powerful Sauvignon Blanc Powerful Pinot Blanc or Pinot Gris Rotgipfler , Zierfandler , Neuburger Zweigelt , Blaufränkisch St. Laurent, Pinot Noi

Pairs nicely with Powerful Grüner Veltliner or Riesling Powerful Pinot Blanc Dry Traminer St. Laurent, Pinot Noir Calf’s liver with onions and creamy polenta needs to be paired with a powerful full-bo

© AWMB / Thomas Schauer Pairs nicely with Zierfandler , Chardonnay Zweigelt St. Laurent, Pinot Noir Blends made from indigenous varieties Ossobuco is a classic Italian meat dish of braised veal shank.

Pairs nicely with Classic Grüner Veltliner Powerful Riesling , without botrytis Elegant Pinot Blanc or Chardonnay Zweigelt , Pinot Noir , light blends Aromatic and light with herbal notes of sage. The

This refers to a procedure, to which all economically, ecologically and toxicologically sustainable methods are applied, in order to keep the extent of damage to a minimum and beneath the economic dam

Rosé wine is winning friends and becoming increasingly popular, thanks to its freshness, fragrantly spicy aromas and appealing colour . It has long since shed the reputation of being “neither fish nor

Moldanubian and Moravian Superunits  The Moldanubian and Moravian Superunits are deep portions of an ancient mountain range, which extended from central Europe over the Iberian Peninsula to the Appala