Precipitation (mm) 660 Average temperatures (°C) 11 Average temperature during vegetation period 17 Total sunlight during vegetation period (hours) 3,100
In the south of central Slovakia, vineyard hills rise up to meet the sun. The climate and soil composition are unique, the wines are youthful, fresh and pristine, a true reflection of the favorable natural environment. Five white wines are noteworthy: Welschriesling, Grüner Veltliner, Müller – Thurgau, Gewürztraminer, Pinot Blanc. The region also offers a wonderful, ecologically clean version of Chardonnay. The red wines deserve praise for their pure varietal profile. Blaufränkisch made history at the 2002 international viticulture congress. Saint Laurent and Blauer Portugieser carry the torch of the Slovak tradition with a modern twist, while Cabernet Sauvignon serves as evidence of unusual potential of the unique viticultural area.
Soil Conditions: Geological, primarily volcanic substrate which allowed the formation of fertile loamy to clay soils.
Climate Conditions: Mild and dry. Vine growing is made possible by an increased heat flow, resulting from local brown coal deposits.