Moravia

Moravia, located in the Czech Republic, is a wine region with a long and storied history. It has a cool continental climate comparable to Nahe or Pfalz in Germany, and experiences frequent maritime influences thanks to its position near the English Channel and Black Sea. Moravia has been producing wine since the Middle Ages. The region was once part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and its wines were highly sought after. After the fall of the empire, Moravia was annexed by the Czech Republic and its wine industry was revitalized. Today, Moravia is one of the most important wine regions in the Czech Republic.

Moravia is known for its aromatic white wines, such as Sauvignon Blanc and the Alsatian trio of Pinot Gris, Gewurztraminer and Riesling. The region is also improving its red wines, with 12 out of 18 Moravian reds submitted to the London Decanter World Wine Awards of 2011 receiving medals.

Some of the most famous producers include Vinařství Nové vinice, Vinařství Valtice, and Vinařství Znovín Znojmo. These producers specialize in producing high-quality wines that showcase the unique terroir of Moravia.

Moravia has the same latitude as northern Alsace, Champagne and the German wine regions.