In the Winery on the Würzburger Stein, sunlight, green glass and oak create a changing play of light in the inside of the building. Out of the cellar, the wine advances contemporary to the cult on the surface. Next to Wiesbaden, the Hessian State Winery impressively blends into the landscape of Eltville and in the nearby “Kloster Eberbach” (Eberbach Monastery), modern elements of the winery were combined with historic monastic buildings. In the oldest part of the Deinhard-Cellars, that was built around about 1850, you can immerse yourself in the history of the wine during an interesting guided tour.ĭuring a visit to the traditional champagne producer Henkell in Wiesbaden, an impressive classical example of architecture awaits you that reveals all its splendor as you enter: the figurines, paintings and rococo ornaments of the Marmorsaal (Marble Hall) harmonizes refreshingly with the cheerful world of champagne. Together with the “Bürgerspital zum Heiligen Geist” (B ürgerspital Wine Estate to the Holy Ghost), wines of the highest quality class are produced.Īmongst the aristocracy and wealthy citizens, Koblenz became renowned in the 19th century for its creations of sparkling and choice fine wines of the wine and champagne producer Deinhard. He donated the “Weingut Juliusspital” (Juliusspital Wine Estate) which still cultivates 172 hectares of wine growing area and funds a hospital as well as a home for the elderly from its sales. In the turmoil of the Reformation the bishop of Würzburg decided to prevent more people from converting to Lutheranism with a charitable gesture. The Grosse Weinfass (Great Wine Barrel) in the Heidelberger Schloss (Heidelberg Castle), an object of prestige of the elector with a capacity of 219.000 liters, truly deserves its name.įor 300 years, there has been one of the largest German wine cellars underneath the Residence in Würzburg with a production of 850.000 bottles a year. on the Moselle, lies the origin of the Weing üter der Vereinigten Hospitien (United Hospices Wine Cellars). In the old walls of the former Roman warehouses in Trier, that were built around about 330 A.D. Seize the opportunity to taste wonderful wines and gain new culinary experiences! Today, there are 13 wine-growing areas in Germany with six of them being located in close proximity to cities of the Historic Highlights of Germany. Slightly less famous are the light red wines that achieved considerable quality, too, especially around Freiburg and Baden. Riesling, Müller-Thurgau, Grauburgunder (Pinot Gris) and Spätburgunder (Pinot Noir) rate amongst the celebrities. The mild climate, mineral rich grounds and the skill of the wine-growers create characteristic wines that are highly recognized at home and abroad. Germany’s wine regions offer you new perspectives and discoveries behind each river bend: surrounded by steep vineyards and medieval castle ruins lie picturesque wine-growing tow where rustic wine bars and fine Restaurants seduce you with their delights. 2000 years ago, they laid the foundations for the German wine landscape that nowadays covers more than 100.000 hectares and shapes entire regions. 'What a welcome and valuable resource for lovers of German wine.Already the Romans knew about the suitability of the terroir and climate for viticulture. An outstanding reference on the subject of German wines.'- ()

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