Ready to immerse yourself in German wine culture? From April 25–27, Mainz comes alive with tastings, fairs, and celebrations showcasing the best of German wines,  from top-tier estates and vibrant Sekt to biodynamic producers and wines shaped by origin. 

With events happening across the historic city, German Wine Weekend, aka WineMaiz, is your chance to sip, discover, and experience the depth and diversity of German wine—all in one place. 

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VDP.Weinbörse

Mainz, Germany

Rheingoldhalle Mainz

April 26 – April 27, 2026

The VDP.Weinbörse is the must-attend trade tasting for Germany’s top wines, bringing together nearly 200 VDP member wineries from every growing region under one roof. 

Backed by a community that has stood for reliability and uncompromising quality since 1910, the VDP unites origin and craftsmanship through a clear promise: vineyard classification, expertise, and passion translate terroir into precision and style. The result is a German fine-wine elite with global relevance—distinctive, consistent, and irreplaceable.

Trade professionals can explore the full spectrum of styles, enjoy a first concentrated look at the new vintage, and dive deeper through expert-led masterclasses, the presentation of the “Excellent Wine Concept” award, and a lively supporting program across the city of Mainz.

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VINVIN – Trade Fair for Wines of Origin

Mainz, Germany

Altes Postlager 

Saturday, April 25, 2026, 1:00 – 6:00 PM | After Party from 6:00 PM 

Centered on the theme “Better Together,” VINVIN brings together Maxime Herkunft Rheinhessen, Weinland Nahe e. V., and partners including Junge Pfalz, Maxime Herkunft Mosel, Ahr, and Mittelrhein for a collaborative event for wine industry professionals. 

The goal is to let visitors truly experience wines of origin in all their depth—deeply tied to place, shaped by skilled craftsmanship, and clearly expressive. The program features focused masterclasses such as “Talking About Wine,” “What is German Pinot Noir?” and “Natural Wine Shows its Origin.” and is open to accredited trade members only.

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Sparkling Wine Fair of the Association of Traditional Sparkling Wine Producers 

Mainz, Germany

Kurfürstliches Schloss 

Saturday, April 25, 2026, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

This celebration of Sekt brings together 43 sparkling wine producers from across Germany, all presenting traditional bottle-fermented sparkling wines. Open to accredited trade visitors in the morning and to wine lovers from 2:00 p.m. onward, the event highlights origin, craftsmanship, and the distinctive profiles of German sparkling wines—proving that what ferments slowly is truly worth the wait.

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Biodynamic Wine Fair 

Mainz, Germany

Altes Postlager

Saturday, April 25, 2026, 1:00 – 6:00 PM

Germany’s only international trade fair dedicated to biodynamic wines, this event brings together nearly 60 biodynamic wineries from certifying bodies Demeter, respekt-BIODYN, and BIODYVIN. 

The event brings together pioneers of the biodynamic movement—internationally acclaimed producers alongside an exciting new generation of winemakers. It’s a rare opportunity to explore biodynamic viticulture and taste outstanding wines crafted through thoughtful, sustainable farming.

More information here

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