What's the Buzz about Austrian Wines?

When we think of wines, the first thing that usually enters our mind are the French, Californian, and Australian labels which have already established themselves in the global wine industry. However, over the last decade, the Austrian wines have quickly followed their lead after a blind tasting session in London, which put the Austrian Grüner Veltliners (local Austrian grape variety) above other wines from other countries.

One of the Austrian wine brands served at the AWF

This tasting, which was judged by top sommeliers, wine journalists, and restaurateurs, quickly put their wines on the map. As of today, their labels are part of wine lists from prestigious restaurants such owned by top chefs all over the world.

A vineyard in Austria where top grade wines are grown

Austrian Terroir At present, this country has over 35 varieties which are good enough for quality wine production. But what makes their grapes top grade? In wine production, there’s such a thing as terroir. This comes from the French word, terre, which means land. Terroir refers to the key factors (climate, geography, soil condition, etc) which have a great impact on produce such as grapes. Austria has a cool weather, and so, the grapes take awhile to ripen. When they do, they have a sweeter taste which just plays on the palate. Hence; Austria is also known for producing the best fruit wines. When you do get a taste of Austrian wines at the Austrian Wine Festival, you will clearly taste their distinct aromatic freshness you will surely appreciate. Sources: Austrian Wine Austrian Wine Festival Further indulge yourself with these fine dining restaurants More great dining deals, all in one place