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.
Facts
> 100
grape varieties
103.000
hectares vineyard area
1/3
red wines
2/3
white wines
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Riesling
Riesling is considered the flagship of German viticulture.
Grauburgunder / Pinot Gris
From Burgundy, the grape variety made its way to Switzerland, Hungary and presumably from there to our regions in the 14th century.
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon is not only a very popular grape variety, but also a very old one: The grape variety is mentioned in documents as early as 1635.