- Expertise spanning over 170 years
- Closely forged relationships with our producers
- State of the art storage and logistics facilities
Austrian Fine White Wine
Austria's winemaking heritage can be traced back to the Roman Empire, with viticulture flourishing well into the Middle Ages. But the country’s modern industry underwent significant transformation in the late 20th century, following an adulteration scandal which led to stricter regulations and a renewed focus on quality. Today, Austria's commitment to quality, combined with its diverse climates and soils, has solidified its status as a producer of distinctive and high-quality wines, the whites in particular.
Austrian white wine
The establishment of Austria’s wine classification system (DAC) has further emphasised regional typicity and quality, aligning the country's production more closely with its unique terroirs and grape varieties. The cool continental climate sees the country's signature white grape, Grüner Veltliner, thrive in regions like Wachau, Kamptal and Kremstal, producing wines marked by attractive peppery notes and vibrant acidity. Riesling also performs well in this climate, especially on the steep terraces of the Wachau Valley.
Popular Austrian white wine styles and grape varieties
- En Primeur
- En Primeur
Austrian wine FAQs
What are Austria’s key white wine regions and their defining characteristics?
Austria’s premier white wine regions offer remarkable terroir expression. The UNESCO World Heritage site of Wachau produces powerful, mineral-driven Grüner Veltliner and Riesling from steep, rocky slopes. Both Kamptal and Kremstal yield structured, elegant whites shaped by notable day-to-night temperature variations and diverse soil types. Austria’s northernmost growing region, Weinviertel, is known for light, peppery styles grown on quartz-rich sand and gravel. Across the country, altitude, soil and cool climate drive complexity, making Austria a benchmark for precise, high-quality and ageable white wines.