1ÖTW Erste Lage
In 2010, the Austrian Association of Traditional Vintners (Österreichische Traditionsweingüter, ÖTW) introduced a formal classification of their single vineyard sites.
Vineyards were categorized into Classic Single Vineyards (klassifizierte Lagen) and Top Single Vineyards (Erste Lagen), reflecting their unique quality and character. The designation is clearly displayed on the wine label as a name and symbol, providing a mark of authenticity.
