Südsteiermark

Sauvignon Blanc is the heartland of Südsteiermark, planted across 18 per cent of the region's vineyards and anchored by pioneering dry-wine estates from the late 1970s and 1980s. The region rebuilt its reputation after Austria's 1985 wine scandal, when quality-focused producers established the foundations for today's fresh, mineral-driven whites that have become essential to modern Austrian wine.

Why choose Südsteiermark wine?

Südsteiermark's crisp, dry Sauvignon Blancs define Austria's modern white wine identity, and they deliver exceptional value at mid-market prices where neighbouring regions command premiums. The Südsteiermark DAC appellation spans eight white grape varieties and blends, but Sauvignon Blanc remains the regional signature—distinctive enough to distinguish you from generic Austrian whites, accessible enough to drink without ceremony. If you want Austria's most authentic expression of crisp, dry white wine at fair prices, our Südsteiermark selection starts here →

What is Steierische Klassik?

Steierische Klassik refers to tank-aged, early-bottled dry varietals with 11.5–12.5% alcohol—bracing and mineral-forward, the classic South Styrian style.

Do South Styrian producers use oak?

Premium vineyard-designated wines employ pre-fermentative skin contact, malolactic conversion, and lees contact during barrel ageing for added complexity.