Discover the diversity of German wines

Germany is a country with a long and traditional history of wine-growing. The climatic conditions and the different soils offer ideal conditions for growing a variety of grape varieties. In this blog post we give you an overview of the most important wine regions in Germany.

1. Growing areas

Germany is divided into 13 growing regions, which differ in their climatic conditions, soils and the grape varieties grown. The most important growing regions are:

• Baden: The warmest growing region in Germany with a focus on Burgundy varieties and Pinot Noir.

• Palatinate: Second largest growing region with mild temperatures and diverse grape varieties.

• Rheingau: Riesling paradise with steep vineyards and mineral wines.

• Mosel: The steepest wine-growing region in the world with fruity Riesling wines.

• Franconia: Silvaner stronghold with dry and powerful wines.

• Saale-Unstrut: Small growing region with fresh and fruity wines.

2. Grape varieties

Over 100 grape varieties are grown in Germany. The most important grape varieties are:

• White wine: Riesling, Müller-Thurgau, Silvaner, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay

• Red wine: Pinot Noir , Dornfelder, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir

3. Wine ratings

The quality of German wines is regulated by a system of wine ratings. The most important ratings are:

• Quality wine: German wine with controlled origin and quality

• Kabinett: Light and fruity

• Late harvest: more mature and complex

• Selection: Sweet and concentrated

• Beerenauslese: Made from noble rot grapes, very sweet and concentrated

• Trockenbeerenauslese: Made from overripe, raisined grapes, extremely sweet and concentrated

4. Wine tasting

The best way to get to know German wines is to go on a wine tasting. Many wineries and wine shops offer wine tastings.

Conclusion

Germany offers a wide variety of wines for every taste. Discover the different wine regions, grape varieties and wine ratings and find your favorite wine.