Deutscher Wein
German wine without a protected indication of origin. Must be made exclusively from German grapes and come from approved vineyards and grape varieties. In comparison to other wine producing countries, only small amounts of this quality are produced. Together with Landwein, it makes up about five percent of German wine production.
DLG (Deutsche Landwirtschafts-Gesselschaft)
German Agricultural Society
Domäne
a winery which is owned by the (federal) government
Dornfelder
An indigenous German red grape variety. Wines are very rich in red colour and medium-bodied
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Drinkaware
Drinkaware aims to change the UK’s drinking habits for the better by promoting responsible drinking.
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German Wine – More Details
For details on German wine classifications and quality categories.
http://www.germanwines.de/knowledge/quality-standards/quality-categories/
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German Wine Institute
For more information about German wine around the world, visit the Deutsches WeinInstitut website.
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Image Bank
Visit the German Wine Institute’s image bank to access images all about German wine.
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VDP: The Association of German Quality and Prädikat Wine Estates
Founded in 1910, the VDP is the world’s oldest association of wine estates.
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Wine in Moderation
The WINE in MODERATION programme is an initiative of the European wine sector.
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WSET
Learn about wine with the Wine and Spirit Education Trust.
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WSTA
Trade body Wine and Spirit Trade Association.
