• Burgenland wines - picture of the lake
    Austria

    Burgenland wines

    Burgenland is one of the four main Austrian wine areas. The main reputation of Austria lies in the exceptional quality of its dry white wines, made from the indigenous Grüner Veltliner and Riesling grapes. However, Austria also produces a wide array of excellent red wines using local grape varieties like Zweigelt and Blaufränkisch. Furthermore, Austria is recognized for its botrytized…

  • a terraced vineyard from Wachau
    Austria

    A Quick Guide to the best Austrian wine regions

    9 minutes read Austria—a land of schnitzel, waltzes, and punctual trains. But did you know it’s also home to some of Europe’s most delightful wines? I didn’t either, at first. Years ago, while visiting my father in Vienna, I confidently ordered a beer, thinking I was blending in with the locals. The bartender gave me a polite but knowing smile…