For many years, archaeologists have been unearthing evidence of Roman culture from the historic soil of Carnuntum. But equally amazing are the "treasures of the soil" from the approximately 910 hectares of vineyards, first and foremost red wines typical of the region. As "Rubin Carnuntum" with the symbol of the Heidentor, a Roman relic, adorned on the label, they reinforce the identity of the area, led by a successful team of winegrowing personalities. The Carnuntum wine region stretches east of Vienna to the border with Slovakia. The vineyards extend south of the Danube across three hilly landscapes: the Leithagebirge, the Arbesthaler Hügelland and the Hainburger Berge. Stony, heavy soils with loam and loess, sand and gravel offer the best conditions especially for the red wine varieties, at the top are the the local leading varieties Blauer Zweigelt, flanked by international varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Blaufränkisch is experiencing a renaissance, finding such ideal conditions in the region in Prellenkirchen, especially on the Spitzerberg, unlike anywhere else in Lower Austria. The Pannonian climate with its hot summers and cold winters, the proximity to the Danube and also Lake Neusiedl, which has a balancing effect on the temperature, allow the grapes to ripen fully. The young generation of winemakers knew how to use this natural ageing potential and led the area to the top within a short time: with harmonious red wines that combine fruit and elegance. Modern in style, but individual and committed to the provenance. In all this, it should not be forgotten that white wines - especially Grüner Veltliner, recently increasingly Sauvignon Blanc and the Burgundy varieties, but also the traditional Gemischter Satz - are also distinguished here by structure and power. The strategic orientation of the region in tourism is also excellent and is proving to be an essential factor for wine sales. The proximity of the splendidly renovated baroque castles in the nearby Marchfeld, the action-packed Carnuntum Archaeological Park, the Danube Floodplain National Park and, last but not least, the catchment area of the Slovak capital Bratislava open up numerous opportunities to familiarise visitors and guests with the benefits of Carnuntum wines. Wine villages such as Göttlesbrunn, Höflein or Prellenkirchen, also known for their numerous cosy taverns, have always been attractions for excursionists, especially due to their proximity to Vienna. In addition, the gastronomy is getting more and more popular.
