Grapes To Know

Question 1

What is another name for Mueller Thurgau?

Answer 1

 Rivaner
It is a crossing between riesling and Madeleine Royale
 it ripens earlier than riesling, but does not have the same acidity or flavour intensity 

Question 2

What is Grauburgunder or Rulander

Answer 2

Pinot gris

Question 3

What is Weiss burgunder

Answer 3

Pinot blanc

Question 4

What is Silvaner

Answer 4

It is grown in the Rhine, Hesson and Franken in both dry and sweet styles. It’s wines are less acidic and less fruity than riesling and sometimes can be earthy. sometimes can be made into high-quality wine.

Question 5

What is spat burgunder ?

Answer 5

Pinot Noir is the third most planted grape variety in Germany. It thrives in the warmer vineyards, especially pfalz and Baden.. It can be dry and light and fruity or a more, concentrated style with oak

Question 6

What is Dorn Felder?

Answer 6

German black grape widely planted with deep coloured wines