Steirerland

Styles

Principal grape varieties

Terroir

• Pronounced diurnal temperature differences promote aromatics and have a positive effect on acidity structure.
• The climate of Steiermark is characterised as illyrisches Klima, which shapes light, fruit-driven, and refreshingly acidic wines.
• The south-eastern part of Steiermark has a somewhat milder climate that favours red wine cultivation.
• Diverse soil types and site characteristics produce a wide range of styles, from light whites to red wines.

• Red wine cultivation is concentrated in south-eastern Steiermark, where the climate is milder.
• "Sturm" (partially fermented grape must) is light, fruit-forward, and high in acidity — characteristic of the illyrisches Klima.

• Pronounced diurnal temperature fluctuations promote aromatics and have a positive effect on acidity structure.
• Landwein "Steirerland": light, fruity, acidity-driven character; Sturm (partially fermented grape must) is equally fruit-forward and high in acidity.

• Pronounced diurnal temperature fluctuations promote aromatics and have a positive effect on the acidity structure of the wines.

Facts drawn from the cahier's terroir-link section (Lien au terroir) by automatic interpretation — see the source.

Sources

• Specification (EUR-Lex, single document)
• eAmbrosia register (EU) — File number PGI-AT-A0213
• Official trade body site — Wein Steiermark