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Remembering Rudi Wiest, Legendary German Wine Importer
Appointed as a U.S. Riesling Fellow by DWI in 2017, Wiest founded Rudi Wiest Selections and is credited for rebuilding Germany’s wine reputation in the United States market. Renowned German wine importer Rudi Wiest passed away on March 9, 2025, at 88 years old. […]
Whose *Wine* is it Anyway? Meet Andrea Wirsching
‘Whose Wine is it Anyway?’ profiles a German winemaker to give you a behind-the-vines look at the world of German wine. This month, we’re highlighting Andrea Wirsching, the 14th generation winemaker at Weingut Hans Wirsching, one of Franken’s most renowned estates and a top […]
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Silvaner Summit: Masterclass & Dinner – May 18, 2025
Learn MoreRieslingfeier Seminar: Germany Beyond Riesling – January 17, 2025
Learn MoreClink Different 2024 Festivals and In-Store Tastings — April-November, 2024
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Sachsen and Saale-Unstrut: Unearthing Germany’s Exciting Eastern Regions
In the 35 years since German reunification, the wine regions of Saale-Unstrut and Sachsen have occupied little more than a footnote in the story of German viticulture. On a recent trip, Anna Lee Ijima found a young, bold new cadre of winemakers coming in from the cold.
German Winemakers Are Bringing Sekty Back To Sparkling Wine
Sekt, Germany’s sparkling wine and best kept secret, is having a renaissance. Is it poised to take its place between Champagne and Prosecco in the American sparkling wine awakening?
