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2020 Harvest Update: First Grapes Picked in Germany at Record Ripeness
In June, we reported German winemakers’ prediction of an earlier-than-average 2020 harvest. On August 10, the first grapes were picked in the Pfalz region for production of this year’s Federweisser – a partially fermented ‘new wine’ enjoyed as a local specialty – even sooner […]
Seize the Last Sips of Summer
There’s a good chance your summer plans were derailed or postponed due to travel restrictions, but thankfully you can still venture outdoors with a glass of refreshing wine. Whether it’s a local park, spacious backyard or rooftop escape, it seems we’ve all developed a […]
Whose *Wine* is it Anyway? Meet Marcel & Marius Dillmann
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 the winemakers behind Weingut Karlo Dillmann, brothers Marcel and Marius Dillmann. From Germany’s Rheingau region, Marcel […]
Getting to Know Grauburgunder – German Pinot Gris
Whether you’re soaking up the sun or just dreaming of summer days, crisp, mouth-watering German Pinot Gris is sure to inspire warm weather vibes! History Time: Grab a Seat and a Bottle of Grauburgunder You might be more familiar with the French or […]
5 to Try: Sun-sational Pinot Blancs
Every month, our 5 to Try series showcases five examples of stellar wines from varying wine styles, grapes, and Germany’s 13 winegrowing regions. Germany’s light and silky Pinot Blanc reigns as a refreshing sip to pour by the pool or take to the beach, […]
5 to Try: Picnic Perfect Pinot Gris
Every month, our 5 to Try series showcases five examples of stellar wines across styles, grapes, and Germany’s 13 winegrowing regions. Germany’s crisp and refreshing white wines are enjoyable year-round, but especially under the warm sun. Consider packing a mouth-watering and zesty German Pinot […]
Whose *Wine* is it Anyway? Meet Weingut Kruger-Rumpf
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 the winemakers behind Weingut Kruger-Rumpf, Stefan Rumpf and his sons Philipp and Georg. From Germany’s Nahe […]
Germany’s Vintners Expect Earlier Than Average Harvest In 2020
According to the Deutsches Weininstitut (DWI), this year’s warm weather could mean an earlier than average harvest for German vintners. In the warmest winegrowing regions in Germany, a streak of sunny days has caused vines to bloom before their customary date. Vintners witnessed the […]
