Styrian sour soup Styrian sour soup Styrian sour soup () is a sour soup that originates from Lower Styria. Styrian sour soup was a staple at "koline", the biggest secular festival, and become a synonymous with late-night parties. It was typically served at nuptials after midnight. It is prepared at the feast of "koline" (pig slaughter) from the trotters (feet) and parts of pork head and spiced with onions, garlic, marjoram, thyme, parsley, black pepper, salt and apple or wine vinegar. Slice the meat and vegetables for stock into pieces and boil in salted water. together with herbs. Cut the potatoes into pieces
French wine spreading Christianity and planting vineyards. During the Middle Ages, monks maintained vineyards and, more importantly, conserved wine-making knowledge and skills during that often turbulent period. Monasteries had the resources, security, and motivation to produce a steady supply of wine both for celebrating mass and generating income. During this time, the best vineyards were owned by the monasteries and their wine was considered to be superior. Over time the nobility developed extensive vineyards. However, the French Revolution led to the confiscation of many of the vineyards owned by the Church and others. The advance of the French wine industry stopped abruptly