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“German Red Wines for the Winter” Virtual Zoom Tasting Video Recording
On December 10, 2020, Midwest Wines of Germany Ambassadors Amy Waller and Joe Kane hosted German Red Wines for the Winter, a virtual exploration of Spätburgunder, Dornfelder, Meunier, and more. It’s not too late to cozy up with a glass (or bottle!) of red wine and […]
5 to Try: German Sekt – A New Sparkling Wine for New Celebrations
Every month, our 5 to Try series showcases five examples of stellar wines from varying wine styles, grapes, and Germany’s 13 winegrowing regions. As an alternative to Champagne, Prosecco, and Cava, seek out sensational German Sekt! Some save sparkling wine for special occasions, but […]
Whose *Wine* is it Anyway? Meet Volker Raumland
Every month, ‘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 Volker Raumland, who helped transform the international reputation of high-quality German Sekt. Sekthaus Raumland, located in Rheinhessen, […]
5 to Try: Spätburgunder’s Time to Shine
Every month, our 5 to Try series showcases five examples of stellar wines from varying wine styles, grapes, and Germany’s 13 winegrowing regions. In the past few years, top U.S. publications have written bold headlines like, “Germany Might Be Producing the Best Pinot Noirs […]
Create New Holiday Traditions with German Wine and Festive Food Pairings
This year’s holiday season is sure to look different, and spending cherished time with loved ones is more important than ever. Whether you’re hosting a socially distanced meal with family or participating in a virtual happy hour with friends, Wines of Germany encourages you […]
2020 Harvest Update: Early Ice Wine Harvest in Germany
According to the German Wine Institute (DWI), winegrowers in several German wine regions, including the Nahe, Rheinhessen, Pfalz, Franken and Rheingau, successfully harvested frozen Eiswein (ice wine) grapes at freezing temperatures on November 30, 2020. This is good news for Eiswein lovers, as this […]
Simply Stunning German Silvaner
Silvaner may be relatively unknown in the U.S., but few grapes can match its historical significance in Germany. Like Riesling, the country’s hallmark variety, Silvaner is terroir-expressive and incredibly diverse. Some are made to be subtle and fairly neutral, while others are powerful and […]
Whose *Wine* is it Anyway? Meet Konrad Salwey
Every month, ‘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 Konrad Salwey, who showcases his creativity through the art of winemaking. Located in Baden, the Salwey Estate’s […]
