VDP GG Vorpremiere has started with 170 critics tasting 400 wines including 21% Spätburgunder and 58% Riesling. Critics are already highlighting an amazing Kaiserstuhl Weissburgunder – namely, Dr. Heger – hinting that it may even be the best ever! It’s been tipped by der Schnutentunker as one of the best Baden GGs. If you want to try a new German grape, this could be the one for you!

When your wine has been in its bottle for so long, a few minutes in a decanter can help open it out and can even be beneficial for relatively delicate wines like Riesling and Spätburgunder. Things can get messy though when you have leftover wine in the decanter! Do you keep it, or ditch it? This super-smart decanter can save the day…

Calling all VDP winemakers: there are only a few days left to enter the 2022 edition of the prestigious London Wine Competition so don’t leave it too late. This year, VDP producers Karl Schaefer and Freimuth came away with “Best in Show”, Gold, and Silver awards as they were judged by an illustrious team of UK-based judges from all over the world. The competition judges the quality, value, and packaging of wines giving each winning label great marketability. Find out all about this competition, its top-tier judges, and next March’s event!

Want to make the most of the rest of the summer? Enjoy a glass of wine or cocktail in the sun or under the stars at a welcoming outdoor bar. Whether it boasts a heady skyline vista, cooling quayside, or a poolside dip, this list shows you where there’s a fun outdoor bar near you!

Harpers Wine & Spirit has highlighted the diversity of German Wines in an industry panel organized in collaboration with Wines of Germany. Called “A wine for all reasons: why German wine is the smart choice”, leading trade experts spoke about the perception of German Rieslings, Spätburgunder, and an array of other varieties among consumers. The panel commented on the “individuality” of German wines and “…the ability to display a sense of place almost better than anywhere in the world…”. Enjoy checking it out – we certainly picked up a few fascinating insights about where German wine is heading!

Are you a cheese lover who never seems to get your wine pairings right? Struggling to find the right red or white for your Roquefort, Brie, or Cheddar? Learning how to match a range of delicious cheeses with the right wine isn’t rocket science. Read on for the lowdown on how to pair your favorite wines and cheeses to perfection.

A group of New York City actors, singers, musicians, and late-night hosts have produced a video cover of Billy Joel’s “New York State of Mind” under the umbrella of NYCNext. Filmed across the city’s five fabulous boroughs, it’s all to say the Big Apple is open for business and pleasure again after the COVID-10 pandemic. We’re toasting this multicultural city with a glass of Germany’s finest. We love you New York and love enjoying your charms again – especially your wine bars ;)! Cheers!

Light, fragrant, and fruity, Trollinger is the go-to quaffable red in Württemberg, a favorite for easy drinking and the star of the annual Trollinger Marathon in Heilbron. Yet somehow Weingut Aldinger has produced a limited-edition Trollinger that’s s for sold out at €80 Per Bottle! What’s going on? Is this a taste of things to come…?

To help Germany’s Ahr wine region recover from the recent devastating flooding, a non-profit crowdfunding platform has launched where wine fans can donate and receive the only thing that wineries have salvaged from the disaster – mud-splattered but drinkable bottles of the finest wine. All donations are welcome but those from €50 to €750 will be eligible for anything from a  single bottle of top-tier wine to an entire cask – and everything in between. Named “Flutwein” the drive is being run by voluntary Ahr wine and hospitality groups that will distribute funds to wineries and restaurateurs when the drive has closed.

One of Germany’s go-to summer vibe wines, depending on the vintage and style, Grauburgunder can feature anything from fresh orchard to ripe tropical fruit with floral notes sealing the deal. Dry and refreshing, it’s also versatile with cuisine going like a dream with rich seafood dishes, salads, strong hard cheeses, pasta, plus BBQ meat and veggies. Don’t forget dessert either – Grauburgunder is perfect for sweets dripping with honey and vanilla flavors.

Seeking a glass of fine Spätburgunder (Pinot Noir), Trollinger (Schiava), Schwarzriesling (Pinot Meunier) or Lemberger (Blaufränkisch)? You need to check out Württemberg in south-western Germany. Thanks to talented dedicated young winemakers, it’s a treasure trove of fine, delicious reds that are difficult to find elsewhere in the country. If white’s your thing, you can fill your glass with a good Riesling, Kerner, or a crisp Sekt. If you’re looking to expand your German wine experience, look no further than Württemberg!