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Post by billuthes on Feb 1, 2018 2:08:52 GMT -7
There are a number of grape varieties in Germany, the main ones being:
White:
Riesling Müller-Thurgau Silvaner Kerner Ruländer/Grauburgunder (Pinot Gris) Weissburgunder/Pinot Blanc Scheurebe
Red:
Spätburgunder/Pinot Noir Dornfelder Blauer Portugieser
White wine represents approximately 85 percent of German wine production. The most commonly produced is the Riesling, though Germany also produces a great number of sparkling white wines (Sekt and Prosecco). Germans consume more sparkling wine per capita than any other country in the world. This popularity means that many small vineyards in Germany produce unique and good quality sparkling wines.
Red grapes are not cultivated in many regions or in great quantities. They tend to produce a light and fruity wine, which is mostly consumed within Germany, though darker and more robust reds are becoming more common. Very little red wine is exported from Germany. The most popular variety is the Spätburgunder, which produces a velvety, full-bodied wine.
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