Classification of wines by the German Confederation of Fine Wines

The VDP, the predecessor of the VDP, was founded in 1910 and currently comprises some 200 wineries that represent the best of German wineries and produce wines of outstanding quality.

The VDP classifies vineyards into four classes based on their terroir:

1. VDP. Gutswein: Regional level

This level is the entry level in the VDP system, where the wines meet the minimum standards set by the VDP and quality is guaranteed.

2. VDP. Ortswein: village level

The grapes used in this grade come from the best vineyards in the village and must be classic local varieties. The wines in this class can show the terroir of a particular village.

3. VDP. Erste Lage: First Growths

The vineyards at this level need to have excellent terroir and be planted with traditional grape varieties, such as Riesling, that are best suited to the terroir of the appellation. The wines at this level are expressive, showing the terroir of the particular vineyard and having a strong personality.

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4. VDP. Grosse Lage: Grand Cru

The plots in this class are carefully identified and classified by the VDP, and only the best plots are selected. The wines from the Grand Cru are also allowed to be made using only traditional varieties, and the finished wines express the terroir of the vineyard to the fullest. Note that dry wines from this class are often labeled as “Grosses Gewachs (Grand Cru dry wines)” and are often considered to be the best dry wines in Germany.

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