Südsteiermark Sauvignon Blanc

Südsteiermark Sauvignon Blanc is a world-class Austrian white wine known for its vibrant acidity, elegant minerality, and aromatic complexity, featuring notes of lime, gooseberry, and herbs. Other regions in Steiermark, such as Vulkanland Steiermark and Weststeiermark, also produce Sauvignon Blanc and share similar terroir characteristics.

Cultivated on the steep slopes of the Sausal hills, this Sauvignon Blanc embodies the distinctive character of the region's terroir, shaped by a low mountain range with Demmerkogel as its highest peak, rising to 671 meters.

These steep slopes, with gradients exceeding 26%, are challenging to cultivate but contribute to the wine's exceptional quality and aromatic complexity.

Südsteiermark Sauvignon Blanc is both rare and celebrated. Pair it with seafood, goat cheese, or many greens like asparagus for an exquisite culinary experience.

Compared to the Loire, which often showcases flinty and steely notes, Südsteiermark's wines are slightly riper and more aromatic. Meanwhile, New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, especially from Marlborough, is known for its bold tropical fruit flavors, making it more fruit-forward than the refined balance of Südsteiermark wines.