Europe has always been well known for the wines it produces.  Countries like France, Italy, and Spain are the best known exporters of fine wines, but Germany is also making its mark with wine lovers the world over.

German wine boasts wonderful notes and a harmony of flavours.  The Riesling is one of the most common and best-loved German wines.  Thanks to its fabulous flavour, German Riesling has commanded respect among the wines of the world. 

Riesling grapes can be grown in stony areas and require little moisture, making them a popular choice of German wine makers.  They are a hardy variety, and do not require the pampering that some other types of grapes demand.  Further, Riesling grapes boast a favourable level of acidity, allowing the wines to remain delicious for many years.  Of all the wines produced in Germany, Riesling grapes make up more than one-fifth of all the vineyard plantings for German wine.

The climate in Germany is well suited to growing Riesling grapes, and so the crops are always plentiful.   The grapes thrive with little water, and their touch exterior makes them quite frost-resistant.  Unlike other varieties, Riesling grapes will not wilt or wither when the weather turns cool in Germany.

German Riesling takes a little longer to produce, as the grapes require more growing time when compared to other varieties.  These Riesling grapes mature later in the season, often as late as October.  Perhaps this cooler seasonal temperature is what gives German wines their fresh, vital flavours.

There is a distinctive bouquet that lends to the worldwide popularity of German Riesling wines.  This fine aroma, coupled with the unique combination of flavours, makes these wines the perfect accompaniment to a picnic, a fine meal or an evening with friends.  Casual wine drinkers and connoisseurs agree that German Rieslings are well suited to any celebration.

Thanks to its easy-to-produce and pleasure-to-enjoy wines, Germany has earned a position among the top producers and exporters of fine European wines.