Austria

Question 1

Overall, which DAC’s are cooler than the other?

Answer 1

Kremstal, Kamptal, Weinviertal, Traisental, Wagram

Question 2

Which region of Austria is prone to hail?

Answer 2

Steirmark

Question 3

Which body of water most influences Steirmark?

Answer 3

Adriatic Sea

Question 4

What are the two main soils of Leithaberg?

Answer 4

Limestone and Schist

Question 5

Steirmark and Kamptal share what common soil type?

Answer 5

Gravel and Volcanic

Question 6

What was the most popular training system in the 1980s?

Answer 6

Lens Mozer

Question 7

Describe Lens Mozer training

Answer 7

Trained 1.2-1.4m, extra space between rows to avoid shading.

Question 8

What is the maximum yield for Austrian wine?

Answer 8

67hl

Question 9

What is a benefit of hand harvesting Grüner Veltliner?

Answer 9

Avoids contact with the juice, preventing excess bitterness.

Question 10

Which nutrient is exceptionally important to Zweigelt?

Answer 10

Potassium

Potassium deficiency can cause the crop to wither before they ripen.

Question 11

Where is Welschriesling grown?

Answer 11

Steirmark, as well as Neusiedlersee.

Question 12

Blaufränkisch is only found where in Austria?

Answer 12

Burgenland (late ripening, needs dry autumn)

Question 13

Why is Blaufränkisch suited to humid environments?

Answer 13

Thick skinned, so fungal disease resistant.

Question 14

Give two DAC’s for top Blaufränkisch production.

Answer 14

Leithaberg and Mittelburgenland

Question 15

Where is Riesling found?

Answer 15

Niederösterreich (Wachau, Wagram, Kamptal)

Question 16

Do Austrian Riesling and Grüner go through malo?

Answer 16

No, acid is too high, and fresh fruit quality suits the style.

Question 17

Which varieties may be labelled Riedenwein in Wachau?

Answer 17

Riesling and Grüner

Question 18

What is the alcohol range for the three Vinea Wachau classifications?

Answer 18

Steinfeder min 11.5%, Federspiel 11.5-12.5, Smaragd 12.5%<

Question 19

What are the three key varieties of Kremstal and Kamptal?

Answer 19

Riesling, Grüner and Zweigelt

Question 20

Kremstal is between Pannonian plain and which DAC?

Answer 20

Wachau

Question 21

What does proximity to Pannonian plain mean for wines from Kremstal?

Answer 21

The DAC is warmer than Wachau, and the wines can be riper, and some Zweigelt is grown here.

Question 22

Reds from Kremstal are labelled with what PGI?

Answer 22

Niederösterreich

Question 23

What’s the key village of Kamptal?

Answer 23

Langenlois

Question 24

What’s the climatic difference between Kamptal and Kremstal?

Answer 24

Kamptal is drier, and has lower incidence of botrytis.

Question 25

Which two geographical features influence Kamptal?

Answer 25

Both Pannonian plain (warm winds) and Bohemian Massif (cool winds)

Question 26

Reds from Kamptal can be labelled with what PGI?

Answer 26

Niederösterreich

Question 27

What is the main river of Wagram?

Answer 27

Danube

Question 28

Describe the growing environment of Wagram.

Answer 28

Rolling hills above and below the Danube, dominated by loess, strongly influenced by Pannonian plain.

Question 29

Which is the local specialty variety in Wagram?

Answer 29

Roter Veltliner, which makes full-bodied wines.

Question 30

Describe the climate of Wienviertel.

Answer 30

Dry (400-600mm), Austria's largest appellation. Cool breezes from the north give pronounced pepper aromas and high acidity.

Question 31

What are the key varieties of Thermenregion?

Answer 31

Sankt Laurent and Neuberger, Rotgipfler and Zierfländer

Question 32

Burgenland borders which country?

Answer 32

Hungary

Question 33

What are the key varieties of Burgenland?

Answer 33

Blaufränkisch and Zweigelt

Question 34

What are the parents of Zweigelt?

Answer 34

Blaufränkisch and Sankt Laurent

Question 35

What are the viticultural characteristics of Zweigelt?

Answer 35

Early budding, mid ripening, susceptible to powdery mildew. Bunch thinning and canopy management required to ensure quality. Prone to shrivelling.

Question 36

Give a tasting note for inexpensive, high production Zweigelt.

Answer 36

Red/violet colour, purple berry aromas.

Question 37

Give a tasting note for quality Zweigelt.

Answer 37

Full bodied, sour/black cherries, new oak, rich fruit.

Question 38

Describe the geography of Neusiedlersee.

Answer 38

Eastern shore of the lake, flat. The areas close to the lake are marshy with small ponds.

Question 39

Why is Welschriesling suitable for noble rot styles?

Answer 39

Thin skinned.

Question 40

What are the two sweet styles on either side of Lake Neusiedlersee?

Answer 40

Ruster Ausbruch (TBA style) and Botrytised Welschriesling

Question 41

Reds from Leithaberg must be from what variety?

Answer 41

Min 85% Blaufränkisch

Question 42

Where is Mittelburgenland from Leithaberg?

Answer 42

South-west, exposed to Pannonian Plain

Question 43

Where is Steiermark?

Answer 43

South-eastern Austria, on the border with Slovenia

Question 44

What's the climate like in Steiermark?

Answer 44

Continental, some winters the vineyards freeze.

Question 45

What are the climate hazards in Steiermark?

Answer 45

Spring frost, hail.

Question 46

What is the key variety for Steiermark?

Answer 46

Sauvignon Blanc

Question 47

How much of Austria's production is exported?

Answer 47

23% in 2021

Question 48

Which organisation drives Austrian wine marketing?

Answer 48

Austrian Wine Marketing Board