Across the Alps: Austria & Germany Wine Tasting

Compare the wines of Austria and Germany at this guided tasting featuring seven exceptional wines, expert insights, and a fascinating journey through two of Europe’s finest cool-climate wine regions.

Neighbours on the map but wonderfully different in the glass, Austria and Germany produce some of Europe’s most elegant, food-friendly, and age-worthy wines. This special tasting invites you to compare these two remarkable wine nations side by side, discovering how climate, grape varieties, and winemaking traditions create distinct personalities on either side of the border.

From world-class Riesling and Grüner Veltliner to vibrant Pinot Noir and rich Blaufränkisch, you’ll taste seven carefully selected wines that showcase the very best each country has to offer. Along the way, our expert host will explore the similarities, the differences, and the fascinating history that has shaped these neighbouring wine regions.

Whether you’re already a fan of crisp aromatic whites or keen to discover Austria’s exciting reds and Germany’s hidden gems, this promises to be an engaging evening full of comparisons, conversation, and outstanding wines.

#### What to Expect at Our Austria vs Germany Wine Tasting

- Taste seven premium wines from Austria and Germany
- Compare classic grape varieties including Riesling, Grüner Veltliner, Pinot Noir, and Blaufränkisch
- Discover how climate, soils, and regional traditions influence style
- Learn the differences between Austrian and German winemaking philosophies
- Explore both famous appellations and lesser-known regions
- Enjoy expert-led guidance in a relaxed, sociable atmosphere

#### Example Wines You Might Taste

- **German Sekt** – elegant traditional-method sparkling wine with crisp citrus, green apple, and fine mousse.
- **Wachau Grüner Veltliner** – Austria’s flagship white, offering white pepper, orchard fruit, and vibrant minerality.
- **Mosel Riesling Kabinett** – delicate, slate-driven Riesling balancing bright acidity with subtle fruit sweetness.
- **Kamptal Riesling** – dry, focused, and beautifully structured with citrus, stone fruit, and mineral precision.
- **German Spätburgunder (Pinot Noir)** – silky and refined with red cherry fruit, gentle spice, and elegant tannins.
- **Burgenland Blaufränkisch** – Austria’s signature red, combining dark berries, peppery spice, and fresh acidity.
- **Beerenauslese or Trockenbeerenauslese** – a luxurious sweet finale showcasing Germany or Austria’s mastery of noble-rot dessert wines.

_(The final line-up may vary depending on availability, but every tasting is carefully curated to showcase the unique character and diversity of these two outstanding wine-producing countries.)_

#### Who Should Join the Austria vs Germany Wine Tasting?

- Lovers of crisp, aromatic white wines
- Riesling and Grüner Veltliner enthusiasts looking to compare the classics
- Wine lovers curious about cool-climate viticulture
- Anyone keen to discover Austria’s exciting reds alongside Germany’s elegant Pinot Noir
- Beginners and experienced tasters alike - informative, approachable, and packed with flavour