The range of brochures from the Austrian Wine Marketing Board (Austrian Wine) provide a detailed insight into Austria as a wine-growing nation. They include introductory brochures giving a general overview of the Austrian wine industry, detailed training material and culinary brochures presenting the qualities of Austrian wine as the perfect pairing partner. There’s something for everyone!

SEVEN ELEMENTS: THE UNMISTAKABLE CHARACTER OF AUSTRIAN WINE

Seven Elements:
Austrian Wine. Key Facts.


Seven Elements:
Austrian Wine. Key Facts.

Austrian wines are appreciated by wine lovers and professionals in all four corners of the world. This is perhaps not surprising, particularly as Austrian wines never cease to demonstrate their potential in international blind tastings. One reason behind this success is the wines’ distinct, unmistakable character, which is determined by seven key factors that come together in Austria. You can find out more about these seven elements in these handy brochures.

Available in print from the Austrian Wine Institute (ÖWI) and to download here in the following languages:

Seven Elements
WINE FROM NIEDERÖSTERREICH (LOWER AUSTRIA). AN OVERVIEW


Seven Elements
WINE FROM NIEDERÖSTERREICH (LOWER AUSTRIA). AN OVERVIEW

Austria’s largest wine-growing state – Niederösterreich (Lower Austria) – produces a particularly diverse range of wines that are unique in terms of character. The factors that play a decisive role in determining this character are presented in an easily accessible way in the “Seven Elements: Wine from Niederösterreich (Lower Austria)” brochure.

Available in print from the Austrian Wine Institute (ÖWI) and to download here in German.

SEVEN ELEMENTS:
WINE FROM BURGENLAND. AN OVERVIEW


SEVEN ELEMENTS:
WINE FROM BURGENLAND. AN OVERVIEW

Burgenland, the easternmost state of Austria, has a very special status and produces an outstanding diversity of wine. The fascinating, unmistakable character of this region’s wines, determined by seven specific elements, is particularly worthy of note. Learn more about it in the brochure "Seven Elements: Wine from Burgenland".

Available in print from the Austrian Wine Institute (ÖWI) and to download here in German and English.

COMPACT BROCHURES: SMALL BUT PACKED WITH INFORMATION!

GRAPE VARIETIES. A SMALL GUIDE


GRAPE VARIETIES. A SMALL GUIDE

In Austria, 26 white and 14 red grape varieties are approved for the production of Qualitätswein. This small, handy brochure explains all of these, which include “international” grapes and native Austrian varieties, such as Grüner Veltliner. Where do these vines come from? What’s the first documented recording of them? How have they been crossed? And in which of Austria’s regions are they grown?

Available in print from the Austrian Wine Institute (ÖWI) and to download here in German and English.

LIQUID GOLD.
AUSTRIA’S SWEET WINES


LIQUID GOLD.
AUSTRIA’S SWEET WINES

Austria is renowned for sweet things – and not only for its fruit-based desserts and pastries, but also for its wide variety of sweet wines. Home to Spätlese, Auslese, Beerenauslese, Eiswein and Strohwein (straw wine), Austria has an impressive array of fruity sweet wines that delight oenologists around the world.

Available in print from the Austrian Wine Institute (ÖWI) and to download here in German and English.

SEKT AUSTRIA


SEKT AUSTRIA

Austrians always enjoy celebrating and do so with good food and wine –  invariably with a nice glass of Sekt. Following this tradition, Austria’s high-quality sparkling wines are now classified into three different categories and labelled with a protected designation of origin (g.U.). Learn the definitions of and differences between Sekt Austria, Sekt Austria Reserve and Sekt Austria Große Reserve, and find out which dishes you can recommend to your guests to go with them.

Available in print from the Austrian Wine Institute (ÖWI) and to download here in German and English.

REGIONAL BROCHURES: A DETAILED LOOK AT AUSTRIA’S WINE-GROWING REGIONS

These bilingual brochures (in German and English) provide a detailed overview of Austria’s wine-growing regions. They discuss the climate, the unique characteristics of the landscape and the fertile soils, as well as the region’s flagship grape varieties, its history and places of interest on the wine tourism trail.

[Translate to English:] Ein Bild zeigt das Cover der Carnuntum Broschüre.

Carnuntum
Eine Rotweingeschichte | A red wine fairy tale


Carnuntum
Eine Rotweingeschichte | A red wine fairy tale

Grapes were grown in and around Carnuntum as far back as Roman times. This brochure describes what viticulture in the region looks like today; it covers climatic conditions, the soil, the region’s wines and places of interest on the wine tourism trail. 

Available in print from the Austrian Wine Institute (ÖWI) and to download here.

[Translate to English:] Ein Bild zeigt das Cover der Kremstal-Broschüre.

Kremstal
Die Hochkultur des Weines | The high culture of wine


Kremstal
Die Hochkultur des Weines | The high culture of wine

This brochure takes an in-depth look at the Kremstal, a wonderful wine-growing region in Niederösterreich (Lower Austria). It gives an insight into the climate and landscape, as well as the fertile soils, the flagship varieties of Grüner Veltliner and Riesling, the region’s history and places of interest on the wine tourism trail.

Available in print from the Austrian Wine Institute (ÖWI) and to download here.

[Translate to English:] Ein Bild zeigt das Cover der Traisental Broschüre.

Traisental
Weingenuss in bester Lage | Wine from a Prime Location


Traisental
Weingenuss in bester Lage | Wine from a Prime Location

This brochure provides a detailed insight into the smallest wine-growing region in Niederösterreich (Lower Austria), the Traisental. It discusses the climate, the unique characteristics of the landscape, its fertile soils and flagship grape varieties – Grüner Veltliner and Riesling – as well as the region’s history and places of interest on the wine tourism trail.

Available in print from the Austrian Wine Institute (ÖWI) and to here.

[Translate to English:] Ein Bild zeigt das Cover der Wagram Broschüre.

Wagram
Wo Grüner Veltliner rot sieht | Where Grüner meets Roter Veltliner


Wagram
Wo Grüner Veltliner rot sieht | Where Grüner meets Roter Veltliner

This brochure takes an in-depth look at the wine-growing region of Wagram in Niederösterreich (Lower Austria). It discusses the region’s climate, the unique characteristics of the landscape and its hallmark loess soils, the flagship grape varieties – Roter Veltliner and Grüner Veltliner – as well as the region’s history and places of interest on the wine tourism trail.

Available in print from the Austrian Wine Institute (ÖWI) and to download here.

[Translate to English:] Ein Bild zeigt das Cover der Weinviertel Broschüre.

Weinviertel
Wo das Pfefferl wächst | Home of Grüner Veltliner


Weinviertel
Wo das Pfefferl wächst | Home of Grüner Veltliner

This brochure provides a detailed insight into the largest wine-growing region in Niederösterreich (Lower Austria), the Weinviertel. It presents fascinating information on the climate, the unique landscape and the region’s soils. It also provides key information about the flagship variety Grüner Veltliner, as well as the history of the Weinviertel and places of interest on the wine tourism trail.

Available in print from the Austrian Wine Institute (ÖWI) and to download here.

TRAINING MANUAL: PACKED WITH FASCINATING INFORMATION

AUSTRIAN WINE IN-DEPTH:
TRAINING MANUAL


AUSTRIAN WINE IN-DEPTH:
TRAINING MANUAL

Every successful professional working within the constantly changing wine industry recognises the need for continued professional development. The latest edition of our training manual provides a compact collection of the most important things to know about the world of Austrian wine, written for both professionals and amateur wine connoisseurs who want to refresh and expand their knowledge.

Available in print from the Austrian Wine Institute (ÖWI) and to download here in the following languages:

CULINARY BROCHURES: FINE FOOD AND AUSTRIAN WINE

Austrian wines are outstanding pairing partners for a wide range of international cuisine and incredibly diverse styles of cooking. You can find all culinary brochures here.

AUSTRIA – ITS CUISINE AND WINE


AUSTRIA – ITS CUISINE AND WINE

Austrian cuisine and Austrian wine is a love affair that goes back hundreds of years. Today, the national cuisine continues to reflect the diversity of the former crown countries, which, together with modern-day Austrian states, used to form the imperial and royal monarchy. Austria’s traditional main courses – including roasted, boiled, braised and pan-fried dishes – can all find their perfect match among the wine suggestions in this brochure.

Available in print from the Austrian Wine Institute (ÖWI) and to download here in German and English.

ASIAN CUISINE AND WINE


ASIAN CUISINE AND WINE

Asia and Austria are the A-team! It comes as no surprise that Asian cuisine goes well with wines sporting the red-white-red banderole. This brochure provides practical tips on pairing this cuisine with wine, alongside many easy-to-enjoy examples! The diversity of Austrian wines ensures the perfect pairing partner for all styles of Asian food, whether this be modern, pan-Asian fusion cuisine or traditional Thai, Vietnamese, Japanese, Korean, Indian or Chinese.

Available in print from the Austrian Wine Institute (ÖWI) and to download here in German and English.

CHEESE AND AUSTRIAN WINE


CHEESE AND AUSTRIAN WINE

Wine and cheese are a match made in heaven. It’s probably the culinary duo that offers the greatest potential for tasting and experimenting with different combinations. Long-established rules about perfect harmony are now a thing of the past, leaving room for modern-day findings. Austrian Wine has carried out extensive tasting in association with numerous wine and cheese experts, putting a vast number of combinations to the test. The results of these tastings form the backbone of this brochure and illustrate the importance of challenging the status quo.

Available in print from the Austrian Wine Institute (ÖWI) and to download here in German and Russian.

MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE AND AUSTRIAN WINE


MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE AND AUSTRIAN WINE

Mediterranean cuisine enjoys widespread popularity in Austria – and it doesn’t all revolve around pasta and pizza! When it comes to food, the Mediterranean culture considers wine to be an integral part of a meal. However, this also explains why light, fresh wines with fine acidity are the first choice here as pairing partners. And it is precisely these characteristics that Austrian wines master so well!

Available to download in German and English.

ASPARAGUS AND AUSTRIAN WINE


ASPARAGUS AND AUSTRIAN WINE

Asparagus is seen to herald the arrival of spring in Austrian cuisine. These delicate spears add a delicious lightness to dishes – especially after the long winter months – and deserve to be accompanied by the perfect wine. Austrian Wine teamed up with Gault Millau for two special tastings to establish the best pairing partners for both traditional and modern asparagus dishes. The “Asparagus and Austrian Wine” brochure will tell you everything you need to know!

Available to download in German and English.

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