Wines made from Muscat Ottonel grapes of Podravje
Discover the best wines made with Muscat Ottonel as a single variety or as a blend of Podravje.
Delicate and fine muscat whites with a tender palate and moderate acidity, on intense and refined aromas of orange blossom, rose, fresh grape, citrus, white peach and airy muscat (more subtle than Muscat Blanc à Petits Grains). Made as aromatic dry aperitif whites (Alsace, Baden), off-dry and sumptuous botrytised liquoreux (Burgenland in Austria, Cotnari in Romania, Tokaj). Created in the 19th century by Robert Moreau (Angers), a cross of Chasselas × Muscat de Saumur.
Slovenia's largest wine region around Maribor and Ormož, Germanic heritage of former Lower Styria. Signature aromatic dry whites dominate. Renski Rizling (Rhine Riesling) taut and mineral with signature notes of lemon, white peach, white flowers and a petrol touch. Laški Rizling (Welschriesling) fresh and refreshing, lively Sauvignon (boxwood, citrus), ample Sivi Pinot (Pinot Gris), opulent Traminer (lychee, rose), local Furmint for keeping.