Podravje

Podravje is a wine region located in northeastern Slovenia, along the Drava River. It is known for producing a variety of white and red wines, as well as some sparkling wines. The region has a long history of wine production, dating back to the Roman times.

The main grape varieties grown in Podravje are Welschriesling, Furmint, Riesling, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Pinot Blanc for white wines, and Blaufränkisch, Pinot Noir, and Zweigelt for red wines. The region is particularly known for its crisp and refreshing white wines, as well as its full-bodied and spicy red wines.

The main grape varieties grown in Podravje are Welschriesling, Furmint, Riesling, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Pinot Blanc for white wines, and Blaufränkisch, Pinot Noir, and Zweigelt for red wines. The region is particularly known for its crisp and refreshing white wines, as well as its full-bodied and spicy red wines.

Podravje, in northeastern Slovenia, is famed for its aromatic whites, notably Šipon, known internationally as Furmint. This grape variety is a key component of Slovenia's celebrated dessert wine, "šiponjski jagodni izbor."