Wiener Wein

Vienna wine knows no bounds. Even in the city center, such as at Schwarzenbergplatz or in the area of Schönbrunn Palace, you can find small vineyards that are actually cultivated. While stories about Viennese wine often highlight the "Gemischter Satz," the Grüner Veltliner variety is quite dominant, making up about a third of the total. Eighty percent of the approximately 630 hectares of Vienna's vineyards are planted with white wine. A few more hot summers in the city will likely lead to an increase in red wine plantings; Pinot Noir, for example, is already thriving on Bisamberg. Until we may eventually report on the "Red Gemischter Satz" in a few years, we are pleased to introduce you to the best winemakers and heurigen in Vienna. In line with the newly embraced regionality in the broader global context, Viennese wine is predominantly a local affair.