Germany is known for its white Riesling wines, which are among the best in the world. But in recent years, in addition to white wines, Germany has begun to focus on growing red grape varieties and making red wines, especially Pinot Noir. Let’s take a look at what are the major red grape varieties in Germany, and what are the characteristics of the wines they produce.
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1. Trollinger (or Groß Vernatsch)
Varietal origin: The southern region of Tyrol is the birthplace of the Trollinger grape, and the word “Trollinger” comes from “Tirolinger”; today this grape is grown almost exclusively in the Württemberg region. Wurttemberg.
Characteristic: Between orange-red and ruby-red in color; light-bodied and fruity. Very good with pasta dishes.2. Muskat Trollinger
Varietal origin: This variety was first mentioned in 1836, at a time when it was generally grown in blends with other grape varieties and probably belonged to the Muscat family of grapes.
Wine characteristics: fruity and refreshing, with a distinctive nutmeg flavor that goes well with a variety of small foods and desserts. 3. Black Riesling (Schwarzriesling or Pinot Meunier)Varietal origin: This grape variety has its origins in Burgundy, France, and there is evidence that it originated 400 years ago and has nothing to do with the white grape variety Riesling. In Burgundy, Riesling Noir is known as Pinot Meunier.
Wine characteristics: lighter color, higher acidity, fruitier and more floral aromas.4. Lemberger (Lemberger or Blaufränkisch)
Variety origin: Lemberger is commonly grown in Central Europe, the official name is “Blauer Limberger”, and the name “Lemberger” was introduced to Germany in the 19th century.
Wine characteristics: Lemberger is a powerful wine with a warm and fragrant flavor. It is generally ruby red with a hint of brown and goes well with creamy soups and pork, lamb, cheese, etc. It is also a great companion to dark chocolate. 5. Danfert (Dornfelder)Varietal origin: A red grape variety crossed from Helfensteiner and Herold, bred by August Herold in 1956. The wine is dark purple in color, full-bodied and aromatic, and is best aged in small oak barrels.6. Samtrot
Varietal origin: a natural varietal of black Riesling.
Wine characteristics: Between ruby red and deep red in color, velvety and full-bodied on the palate, usually served at the end of the meal.
7. Pinot Noir (Spätburgunder or Pinot Noir)
Varietal origins: Pinot Noir is one of the oldest artificially grown grape varieties, first planted in the Nile Valley, then in the 4th century in Burgundy, France, and later in the 7th century when it was brought from Burgundy to the Rhine and Neckar valleys in Germany.
Wine characteristics: The wine is dark red in color and has an elegant aroma with classic notes of cassis and blackberries. Ideal with game, poultry meats, foie gras, pizza, etc.Warm reminder: Keep an eye on LuFuture.com app for the latest market updates.
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