Wine Region
Carinthia Wine Region Guide
Carinthia in southern Austria is a small but revived wine region, with vineyards around St. Veit, Lavanttal and Klagenfurt producing fresh Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc in an inner-Alpine climate.
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About Carinthia Wine
- Surface
- 130 ha
- Soil
- Schist, limestone, glacial moraine, loam
- Climate
- Inner-Alpine continental
Carinthian wines have been regularly awarded at SALON Österreich Wein since 2013
Carinthia in southern Austria is a small but revived wine region, with vineyards around St. Veit, Lavanttal and Klagenfurt producing fresh Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc in an inner-Alpine climate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carinthia known for in wine?
Carinthia is known for crisp, aromatic white wines from south-facing Alpine slopes, part of a wine revival that began in the 1970s after centuries of decline.
What are the main grape varieties grown in Carinthia?
White Burgundy varieties such as Pinot Blanc and Chardonnay dominate, along with Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling and Traminer; reds include Zweigelt and Pinot Noir.
When is the best time to visit Carinthia for wine tasting?
Summer and early autumn are ideal, combining lake visits with tastings; harvest usually takes place from September to October.
How do I get to Carinthia's wine areas?
Klagenfurt Airport is the closest, and most wine areas such as St. Veit an der Glan and Lavanttal are within about 30 to 60 minutes by car.
Where are the main wine areas in Carinthia?
Vineyards are concentrated around St. Veit an der Glan and Hochosterwitz, the Lavanttal valley, the Feldkirchen area and the surroundings of Klagenfurt.
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