I travelled to Vienna to visit a friend, but stumbled up the city's hidden gems for wine lovers overlooked by more famous spots.
I’ve never been one of those people who spends long summer days wandering around vineyards like some wine-fuelled nymph. In fact, wine is still something I know very little about, but have come to appreciate it despite my lack of sommelier knowledge.
Having put all my faith in my friend and trusty local tour guide, we set off from the tram stop in Beethovenpark and off piste into the steep hills swamped with luscious vines. Thankfully the trek to our first pitstop, Buschenschank Windischbauer, saved me from the embarrassment of proving just how unfit I am. The wine, clearly, would help.
You don’t usually think of wine being a popular export from Austria, but it certainly has a place at the table. Buschenschank Windischbauer is far removed from the city enough that all you feel is tranquillity, but you get to enjoy the cosmopolitan city and countryside all at once. Wieninger am Nussberg offered way more varieties, catering to all taste buds. But for someone with a less complex nose, the Wiener Grüner Veltliner is an uncompromising Austrian staple. If you want a true taste of Viennese wines, this is a perfect introduction.
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