Precipitation (mm) 540 Average temperatures (°C) 11.8 Average temperature during vegetation period 18.3 Total sunlight during vegetation period (hours) 3,350
5 345,6 ha
Major river basins are predetermined to produce great wines. Just north of the Danube River lies a bountiful winemaking corner. This area has been blessed by its location, sunshine, and microclimate. Three subregions in particular shine brighter than others : Štúrovský, Strekovský, and Hurbanovský. This region produced the marvellous Welschriesling, as well as the first Slovak Riesling, included in Robert Parker’s world-renowned Wine Spectator. Wines with attribute, ranging from late harvest to raisin selections, ice and straw wines – they all share unparalleled potential with undeniable terroir. South Slovak winegrowing region also prides itself in its beautiful Chardonnay and Sauvignon, the white, grey, and blue variations of Pinot, as well as a unique central European version of Cabernet Sauvignon and Dunaj, Slovakia’s newest jewel. That is the South Slovak region.
Soil Conditions: Loess rolling hills form the vineyard foundation in the eastern and southern parts of the region. The fluvial sediments from the Danube and the gravels and sandy gravels are the foundation of the western part of the region.
Climate Conditions: This is the warmest part of Slovakia with the highest temperatures during the vegetation period. Temperatures can stay at or above 30° Celsius for extended periods of time. In comparison to the rest of the country, the vegetation period lasts two weeks longer.