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Grape varieties

More than 100 grape varieties are cultivated on just over 103,000 hectares, two-thirds of which are white and one-third red. In an international comparison, Germany is the world leader in Riesling and Pinot Blanc cultivation and in third place for Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris.

  • > 100

    grape varieties

  • 103.000

    hectares vineyard area

  • 1/3

    red wines

  • 2/3

    white wines

  • Varietal Riesling Riesling is considered the flagship of German viticulture.

    Riesling

  • Varietal Ortega Ortega wines are characterised by fine fruit, a peachy bouquet and low acidity.

    Ortega

  • Varietal Faberrebe The early-ripening, high-yielding vine produces light to golden yellow, fruity, elegant wines with well-structured acidity and a subtle muscat flavour.

    Faberrebe

  • Varietal Cabernet Franc The tannin-mild, fruity and colourful wines are often blended with Cabernet Sauvignon.

  • Varietal Merlot Merlot is one of the most popular red wine varieties in the world.

    Merlot

  • Varietal Acolon Fine fruit flavours and subtle tannins characterise this variety.