Since the beginning of the new millennium German Riesling wine has been enjoying a Renaissance – on the international stage as well. The world over, it is now a standard item in many top restaurants. Riesling has earned the enthusiasm of wine experts for the “German wine miracle” thanks to its lightness and sparkling character, characteristics that are the result of the particular climatic conditions and soil: because the German wine-growing regions are among the most northerly in the world. The long period of vegetation and comparatively moderate temperatures in summer make wines from Germany filigree and keep their alcohol content low. Different soil types and vines such as Müller-Thurgau and Silvaner also play their part in giving German wines a reputation for being remarkably varied. The Pinot Gris is also becoming increasingly important.

Of German wine production, 65 percent is white and 35 percent red. The Württemberg and Ahr wine growing regions are particularly well-known for their red wine. The new generation of vintners in the 13 German wine-growing regions, concentrating as they do on quality rather than quantity, has also played its part in the success story. 200 wine estates together formed the Association of German Prädikat Wine Estates. With the eagle and grape seal of quality they vouch for outstanding wines from the most renowned German wine estates.