Sopron Wine Region
Sopron has long been a popular tourist destination, due in part to its proximity to Austria. In fact, this winemaking region is more or less a continuation of the Austrian Burgenland region, and the types of wines made on either side of the border are fairly similar. The sub-alpine climate makes the area particularly suitable for the production of sweet botrytis wines. Although they may not have the cachet of wines from Tokaj, these dessert wines are worth investigating in their own right.
The winemakers of Sopron are very welcoming to visitors, though it is usually advisable to arrange a visit in advance by phone. The Pfneiszl Winery also accepts online bookings. You can visit the cellars of the Lőver Winery without an appointment at (Ady Endre utca 31/b), and pick up a few bottles to take home while you are at it.There are restaurants in the region to suit every palate and wallet. Gourmets from both sides of the border list the Ráspi Restaurant in Fertőrákos among their favourites, not least because of the extensive wine list. Back
