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Look no further for updates from Wines of Germany! Here you’ll find everything from recent news and reports to helpful guides and seasonal wine pairings.
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 […]
5 to Try: Behold These Bold German Blends
Every month, our 5 to Try series showcases five examples of stellar wines from varying wine styles, grapes, and Germany’s 13 winegrowing regions. This month, we dive into the world of German wine blends. Most wine shops in the U.S. will fill the shelves […]
“German Wine From Home” Virtual Event Series Video Recordings
In October 2020, Wines of Germany USA had the pleasure of hosting five unique virtual wine tastings as part of our “German Wine From Home” event series. The events were offered exclusively to American wine trade and media, but now they can all be […]
Whose *Wine* is it Anyway? Meet Ulrich Stein
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 focusing on Ulrich Stein, a winemaker who harvests grapes on some of the steepest, lowest-yielding vineyards on earth […]
2020 Harvest Update: It’s looking like an excellent vintage!
According to the latest report from the German Wine Institute (DWI), German wine producers harvested very ripe and healthy grapes, and the 2020 vintage is predicted to produce very good quality wines. The first red wines so far are perfectly colored and show great […]
2020 German Wine Queen Crowned
The new German Wine Queen for 2020/2021 is Eva Lanzerath from the Ahr! Eva is joined by German Wine Princesses Anna-Maria Löffler from the Pfalz and Eva Müller from Rheinhessen. The German Wine Queen election occurs annually in September, a tradition since 1949. Usually, finalists […]
5 to Try: Silvaner is the Season’s Silver Lining
Every month, our 5 to Try series showcases five examples of stellar wines from varying wine styles, grapes, and Germany’s 13 winegrowing regions. This month, the spotlight’s on Silvaner! While we can’t travel internationally and explore other countries’ cultures the way we would like […]
