The climate in the Leithaberg region is predominantly pannonian

Spring is relatively mild and arrives earlier than in other areas. It is not uncommon for almond and cherry trees to be blooming here while, further to the west, snow still covers the ground. Also, the vines can sprout earlier than those west of the Leithaberg region – which often means a grape ripening advantage of two weeks.

Spring is followed by a hot and dry summer. The warm winds coming from the Pannonian plane not only make Lake Neusiedl a paradise for sailors and surfers, but also provide the vines with excellent ventilation.

The lake plays an extremely important role in the area because by regulating the climate. The result is a unique microclimate with warm autumn days and mild temperatures throughout the year. Its size enables the lake to act as a giant heat reservoir which slowly releases its warmth in the autumn.

The ridge of the Leithaberg mountains is densely wooded and forms a protective shield against the cold north westerly winds.

The Leithaberg mountains are not alone in regulating weather conditions in the region. From north to south, Lake Neusiedl is about 35 km long and is between 3 km and 12 km wide from east to west. It plays an important role in regulating temperature in the entire area and helps to provide the local winemakers with a pleasant autumn. The term “Altweibersommer” is frequently used in the area and translates as Indian summer. 

Here in the Leithaberg region, it is not unusual for the grapes to still be ripening on the vines while in cooler areas the frost has already burnt the leaves.

The climate in the Leithaberg region is not ideal for producing sumptuous wines with a high alcohol and sugar content. On the contrary: here the wines develop a fine palette of fruity aromas, acidity, minerality and a tightly-woven tannin structure.

Winters are often snowy and cold. Annual rainfall in the Leithaberg region is between 600 and 700 mm.