Wine Tasting Styria

Enjoy spring in South Styria

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Why spring is the best time for Wine Tasting in Styria

Wine Tasting in South Styria is always an experience – but in Spring in South Styria, the wine region shows its most beautiful side. While other parts of Styria are still waiting for warmer days, it is already turning green early along the South Styrian Wineroad. The vines are sprouting, the vineyards are coming to life and the new vintages are ready for tasting.

Now is the ideal time for a Wine Tasting South Styria, combined with enjoyment, culinary delights and relaxed wellbeing.

The advantage

Spring is the starting signal for the wine season. The winemakers present their young, fresh wines, talk about the last harvest and give exciting insights into their work. Sauvignon Blanc, Morillon and Muskateller are now particularly lively and full of character.

South Styria is much quieter in spring than in the autumn months. Perfect for anyone who wants to experience a Wine Tasting in Styria in a conscious, personalised way and without the hustle and bustle.

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Start of the season: Ratsch Wine Spring Festival

The Ratscher Wine Spring Festival marks the start of the wine tasting season in South Styria for many connoisseurs. Around the Winery Maitz Wolfgang, winemakers open their wine cellars and invite you to taste the new vintages directly on site.

The relaxed atmosphere, short distances and personal conversations make this event an authentic introduction to Wine Tasting Styria.

 

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Gamlitz spring wine tasting - wine diversity in one place

A fixed point in spring is the Gamlitz Spring Wine Tasting at Schloss Gamlitz. Numerous winemakers present their wines here in a stylish ambience.

This event is ideal for anyone who wants to get an overview of the diversity of the region. It can be perfectly combined with a weekend in South Styria full of enjoyment and culinary delights.

This event is ideal for anyone who wants to get an overview of the region’s diversity.

That would be a perfect spring weekend on the Wine Route, wouldn’t it?

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Private & exclusive: South Styria wine tour

If you are looking for a particularly personal and exclusive Wine Tasting in South Styria, opt for a guided Wine Tour South Styria with Andreas Muster. Selected wineries are visited in small groups, with tastings taking place directly at the winemaker’s.

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This form of Wine Tasting South Styria is ideal for connoisseurs, couples or groups of friends who value individuality, quality and genuine encounters

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Enjoy regularly: Wine Tasting at the Ratscher Landhaus

The weekly Wine Tasting in the Ratscher Landhaus is a very relaxed experience. At the popular winegrowers’ regulars’ table, regional winemakers come directly to the house, pour the wine personally and tell their stories.

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For guests, this is a particularly convenient way to combine a Wine Tasting South Styria with wellness, enjoyment and an overnight stay – all without travelling by car.

Good to know about Wine Tasting SüdsteiermarkFAQ

Along the South Styrian Wineroad, especially around Ratsch and Gamlitz. Many wineries are located close to each other here and offer tastings with a view of the vineyards.

The best time is spring, especially in South Styria. Nature is already green, the new vintages are freshly bottled and the atmosphere is pleasantly calm. The best time to taste is in the morning after breakfast - then the senses are awake, the palate fresh and open to fine flavours. Our wine concierge is happy to help with the selection and give personal recommendations. Tip: This leaves the whole afternoon free to relax in the Wellness Area, enjoy the pool and bring the day to a relaxed close.

Yes, everything is possible, from large spring wine tastings to guided wine tours and private tastings at winemakers or in hotels. In our neighbourhood, several Wine Tastings take place every week directly at the wineries - perfect for spontaneously discovering new wines and having personal conversations with the winemakers.

Definitely. South Styria is known for its combination of wine, pleasure and wellness - ideal for an enjoyable short holiday. Sometimes it's like this: The men gravitate towards Wine Tasting, the ladies prefer to treat themselves to some relaxing wellness time. We offer the perfect combination - everyone can enjoy exactly what they feel like doing, and at the end of the day you can relax and meet up again over a good glass of wine.

Gross events are usually free to attend. However, guided wine tours and Wine Tastings at the hotel should be booked in advance. In South Styria, the doors of the wineries are open almost every day and everyone is welcome. However, if you want to delve deeper into the subject of wine and not just "have a quick glass", we definitely recommend making a reservation - this leaves enough time for dialogue, questions and real wine enjoyment.

Wine Tasting in Styria is particularly intense in spring - and simply unique in South Styria. Early vegetation, young wines and genuine hospitality make this time ideal for connoisseurs.

Whether at the Ratscher Wine Spring Festival, the Gamlitz Spring Wine Tasting or in a relaxed atmosphere at the Ratscher Landhaus - spring is the perfect time for Wine Tasting South Styria at the highest level.

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