Nitra

Nitra

Slovakia

The Nitra wine region is located in western Slovakia, centered around the city of Nitra. It is one of the oldest wine regions in Slovakia, with a history of wine production dating back to the 9th century. The region is known for its white wines, particularly those made from the Grüner Veltliner and Welschriesling grapes.

GRAPES & WINE STYLES

The main grapes grown in the Nitra wine region are Grüner Veltliner, Welschriesling, Müller-Thurgau, and Riesling. The region is known for producing crisp, dry white wines with high acidity and mineral notes. Some red wines are also produced, primarily from the Blaufränkisch and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes.

NOTABLE PRODUCERS

The main grapes grown in the Nitra wine region are Grüner Veltliner, Welschriesling, Müller-Thurgau, and Riesling. The region is known for producing crisp, dry white wines with high acidity and mineral notes. Some red wines are also produced, primarily from the Blaufränkisch and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes.

INTERESTING FACT

Nitra, one of Slovakia's oldest wine regions, is renowned for its Riesling wines. The name "Riesling" is derived from the German word "Rieslingrebe," meaning "vine of the Rhine," reflecting the grape's origins along the Rhine River.

Top wines of the region