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Nikolaihof Wachau
The precincts of Nikolaihof still contain remains of the Roman stronghold of Favianis and the early Christian Agapit basilica, where in A.D. 985 a synod was convened on the authority of Bishop Pilgrim of Passau. In 1075 the earlier property became the central administrative headquarters of the Passau monastery. Originally called St Nikola, the present-day [...]
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By Adam Morganstern - Mar 18, 2008
The “Geyerhof,” owned by the family of Josef and Ilse Maier, is located in the appelation “Kremstal,” Austria, on the banks of the Danube River. The estate includes about 30 acres of premium vineyards which are farmed organically.The single vineyards of the “Geyerhof” grow on a wide spectrum of soils. Prehistoric stone, sandy soils and [...]
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By Adam Morganstern - Mar 18, 2008
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