Ukrainian wines have a strong connection to Austrian wines, as the two countries share a long history and similar wine-making traditions. Both countries have a long tradition of wine production, with roots dating back to ancient times. Ukraine was part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire for many years, and during this time, Austrian winemaking traditions were introduced to the region. This influence can still be seen in the wine-making practices of modern-day Ukraine, on top of the native varietals to the region. Read up more here!