Weingut Tement.

Perched on a high plateau on the Austrian-Slovenian border, Weingut Tement offers a dramatic introduction to the steep, wind-swept hills of Southern Styria. This family-run estate has spent decades defining the region’s wine identity, turning challenging, stony slopes into a virtue. Sauvignon Blanc is the undisputed star here, yielding precise, mineral-driven wines that trade heavy alcohol for sharp terroir expression. Now fully biodynamic, the estate manages historic sites like Zieregg, where vines dig deep into coral limestone. For visitors, the draw is a tasting room that cantilevers over the plunging vineyards, offering a view that stretches deep into Slovenia. It is a highly focused, family-led operation where the dramatic topography is tasted in every glass.