Austria Wine History and Geography
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Which country lies to the west of Austria?

  • Switzerland (correct)
  • Hungary
  • Germany
  • Italy

    • Which of the following is NOT one of the main regions for wine production in Austria?

  • Bavaria (correct)
  • Styria
  • Burgenland
  • Niederösterreich

    • What is the primary focus of the Austrian Wine Act?

  • Establishing a quality pyramid (correct)
  • Enforcing organic farming practices
  • Defining grape picking standards
  • Promoting international wine competitions

    • Which latitude range corresponds to Austria's geographic location?

    <p>46.5ºN to 49ºN</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role has Austria historically played in the development of wine?

    <p>It has been instrumental in forming wine regulations and standards.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which grape variety would you likely find as commonly used in Austria?

    <p>Riesling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which region is the capital of Austria, Vienna, located?

    <p>Niederösterreich</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which historical figure promoted wine and viticulture in the year 795?

    <p>Charlemagne</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a distinctive feature of Austria's wine classification system, the DAC?

    <p>It designates wines based on geographical origin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which century did the wine 'boom' occur?

    <p>16th/17th century</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant event related to phylloxera occurred in 1872?

    <p>Phylloxera outbreak</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key characteristic of today's quality wine?

    <p>Reductive, fresh and fruity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is associated with the term 'Luther wine' from the year 1526?

    <p>Martin Luther</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which regions are identified as the main regions for vine cultivation?

    <p>Lower Austria, Vienna, Burgenland, Styria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant development in wine making began in 2003?

    <p>Work on the DAC system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which civilization was documented for systematic grape cultivation around 1 BC?

    <p>Romans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following are considered sweet wines?

    <p>Ice wine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of wine does the DAC (Districtus Austriae Controllatus) refer to?

    <p>Quality wine with a specific style and geographical affiliation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which grape variety is NOT listed among the blue grapes?

    <p>Chardonnay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following wine categories cannot be capitalized according to the Wine Act?

    <p>Qualitätswein cabinet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sweet wine is categorized under Prädikatswein?

    <p>Trockenbeerenauslese</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following grape varieties is commonly known for producing sweet wines?

    <p>Furmint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which grade under Prädikatswein indicates grapes that have unusually high levels of sugar?

    <p>Trockenbeerenauslese</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about Qualitätswein is incorrect?

    <p>It falls under the category of Prädikatswein.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What classification is used for dry white wines with a powerful character?

    <p>Smaragd</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which grape variety is known for its durability, especially in white wines?

    <p>Grüner Veltliner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be included on the label of a Qualitätswein?

    <p>The district of origin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What contributes to the humid and temperate microclimate in Burgenland?

    <p>Lake Neusiedlersee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which soil type is predominantly found in the region and is favorable for Riesling grapes?

    <p>Gneiss and granite</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Ried' refer to in the context of vineyards?

    <p>Single vineyard designation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a category for residual sugar in wines?

    <p>Fortified</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which grape type is NOT mentioned as being grown in Burgenland?

    <p>Chardonnay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic is associated with the wines produced in Burgenland due to the climate?

    <p>Rich and full-bodied</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What measurement system is used for indicating sugar levels in Austrian wines?

    <p>Oechsle degrees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which feature of the Burgenland region is primarily caused by the geography and topography?

    <p>Flat plains and hills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common grape variety associated with Riedwein?

    <p>Grüner Veltliner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used for the sweet, botrytized wines produced in the Neusiedlersee area?

    <p>Ruster Ausbruch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following descriptions correctly matches the style of Ortswein?

    <p>Richer and more complex than Gebietswein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the main wine region of Lower Austria characterized geographically?

    <p>Divided among zones along the Danube and plains</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant feature of the climate in Lower Austria?

    <p>Continental climate with hot summers and cold winters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Austria

    • Austria is located between latitude 46.5ºN and 49ºN, surrounded by Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Germany, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Slovenia, and Italy.
    • The most important wine regions are located in the east, south/east around Vienna and down to Graz.

    History

    • 700 BC: The Celts grow grapes.
    • 1 BC: The Romans cultivate grapes.
    • 795: Charlemagne promotes wine & viticulture
    • 10th/12th Century: Monks in Burgundy promote wine & viticulture.
    • 1526: "Luther wine" is cultivated.
    • 16th and 17th Century: Wine "boom" takes place.
    • 1784: Wine taverns / Heurigers emerge.
    • 1872: Phylloxera arrives.
    • 1907: Wine law established.
    • 1950s: Modern winemaking practices begin.
    • 1985: Austrian Wine Scandal occurs.
    • 2003: Work on the DAC system begins.
    • Present Day: Austria produces high-quality wines, often reductive, fresh, and fruity.

    Geography

    • Austria's main wine regions include Lower Austria, Vienna, Burgenland, and Styria.
    • These regions are located in the east of the country, where the Alps meet the Pannonian plains and the Danube River.
    • The most important wine regions, Wachau, Kremstal, and Kamptal, are located on the hillsides along the Danube River.

    Climate

    • Austria experiences a continental climate with hot, dry summers and cold winters.
    • The Neusiedlersee area in Burgenland provides a humid and temperate microclimate.

    Grapes

    • White Grapes:
      • Grüner Veltliner
      • Welchriesling
      • Riesling
      • Chardonnay
      • Müller-Thurgau
      • Rote Veltliner
      • Sauvignon Blanc
    • Red Grapes:
      • Zweigelt
      • Blaufränkisch
      • St. Laurent

    Wine Act and Quality Pyramid

    • Wine Act: The categorization of Austrian wine is based on quality.
    • Wein: The lowest category.
    • Landwein: Country wine.
    • Qualitätswein: Quality wine, can be further broken down into
      • Qualitätswein cabinet: Quality wine cabinet
      • Prädikatswein: Predicat wine, further categorized into:
        • Spätlese
        • Auslese
        • Beerensauslese
        • Ice wine
        • Strohwein/Schilfwein
        • Trockenbeerensauslese
        • Ruster Ausbruch
    • DAC (Districtus Austriae Controllatus): Quality wine specific to the region with a specific style.
    • Cru System:
      • Gebietswein: Regional wine.
      • Ortswein: Village wine.
      • Riedwein: Single vineyard wine.
    • Must Weight: Sugar level is measured in Must Weight - "Oechsle degrees" or Klosterneuburg Mostwaage (KMW)

    Main Regions

    Lower Austria

    • The Danube River: Lower Austria is divided into three zones: areas along the Danube in the north, around Neusidlersee in the center, and the Pannonian plain in the south.
    • Topography: The region where the Alps meet the Pannonian plains and the Danube River.
    • Climate: Continental climate with dry summers and cold winters.
    • Soil: Gneiss and granite soils for Riesling and loess for Grüner Veltliner.
    • Wine Styles:
      • Steinfeder: Light and aromatic wines.
      • Federspiel: Classic dry wines.
      • Smaragd: Powerful wines.

    Burgenland

    • Topography: Located in the east of Austria, with plains, hills, and the Neusiedlersee lake.
    • Climate: The warmest region with over 2,000 hours of sunshine, a dry and hot summer, and moderate rain with cold, snowy winters.
    • Soil: Fertile sand/clay soil with elements of gravel, lime, and salty sand.
    • Wine Styles: Rich, full-bodied red wines.
    • Neusiedlersee: Known for sweet botrytized white wines.
    • TBA (Trockenbeerenauslese) from Rust: "Ruster Ausbruch," defined in the Wine Act.

    Secondary Regions

    • Wachau, Kremstal, and Kamptal: Located in Lower Austria, on the hillsides along the Danube River.
    • Styria: Located south of the Neusiedlersee.
    • Note:* The provided text also lists some specific vineyards and grape varieties. However, those details are not included in this summary because it's not clear enough for a concise summary.

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