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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 Huxelrebe Huxelrebe wines are pale yellow in colour and have the typical spicy aromas of exotic fruits such as passion fruit and mango.

    Huxelrebe

  • Varietal Morio-Muscat Muscat bouquet with intense floral, aromatic notes

    Morio-Muskat

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

    Ortega

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

  • Varietal Lemberger The deep red Lemberger wines are convincing as light, fruity wines when young. Lemberger wines matured in barrels are characterised by their southern charm and warmth.

    Lemberger

  • Varietal Spätburgunder / Pinot Noir Full-bodied and velvety

    Spätburgunder