Whether sushi, nigiri or maki - Austrian wines with their wide variety of grape varieties and styles offer an exciting "wine and food pairing".

Delicious combination: the best Austrian wines to pair with sushi

Peter Moser, 18.06.2025

Wine from Austria is a very good choice for sushi variations. To make the combination successful, there are a few rules to follow. A short guide and a selection of local wines to complement your sushi indulgence.

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Sushi gives the bouquet of the wines a stage, as cold sushi usually only smells subtle. Wines with loud aromas such as those from the Muscat group are not in demand here. Sushi with vegetables calls for a lively Sauvignon Blanc, with shrimps the sushi can also tolerate a little more acidity, an elegant, not too mild Pinot Gris is a good choice here. Dry sparkling wines, especially Blanc de Blancs, are a safe choice with sushi.

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