Proximus: The Green Veltliner enthusiastic about the state wine baptism

Proximus: The Green Veltliner enthusiastic about the state wine baptism

During this year's state wine baptism in Hollabrunn there was a very special wine in the spotlight: a green Veltliner from the agricultural technical school, which was ceremoniously baptized proximus . This event celebrates the excellent quality of domestic wines and recognizes the work of the winemakers, who also achieve remarkable results in challenging times.

highlight of the day was the appearance of Stefan Jauk , the general director of the Lower Austria Versicherung, who acted as a wine sponsor and ambassador. His words were very well received: "Our domestic wines are a valuable cultural asset that combines tradition, community and diversity. It is a great honor to be a wine sponsor of this excellent Veltliner." The blessing of the new state wine took over Prior Father Michael Hüttl .

challenges and opportunities in viticulture

Governor Deputy Stephan Pernkopf in his speech paid tribute to the efforts of the winemakers in the fight against the extreme weather conditions that shaped the wine year, including late frosts, heat waves and floods. Despite these adversities, the winegrowers have managed to vinify a promising vintage.

In his speech, Johannes Schmuckenschlager , the President of the Chamber of Agriculture Lower Austria and the Federal Wingropal President, emphasized that Austrian wine continues to set "international standards". "The state wine baptism is a festival in which not only the outstanding quality of domestic wines is celebrated, but also the commitment and dedication of the companies are recognized," he added.

The industry is not only facing positive aspects. Johannes Schachenhuber , chairman of the Weinhandel Landhandel Lower Austria, emphasized the dynamic challenges with which the wine -growing companies are confronted. This includes economic uncertainties and the effects of climate change. "The new framework conditions require innovation and flexibility," he said. So that wine production will meet the highest demands in the future, adjustments in the new wine law are necessary.

Another central point in the discussions was the role of the vineyards and the young generation in viticulture. Reinhard Zöchmann , the President of the Lower Austrian Wine Construction Association, sees an important engine for changes in schools: "They train future winegrowers at a top level and offer international internships and innovative projects that contribute to new perspectives in viticulture."