Germany — wine

Württemberg Wine Region

Württemberg is Germany's most underrated wine region and by far the largest producer of red wine in the country. Centred on Stuttgart and the Neckar river valleys at 200–500m on red marl (Muschelkalk) and limestone soils, the region's signature variety is Lemberger (Blaufränkisch) — producing spiced, structured reds of remarkable character. Trollinger (Schiava) is the local everyday red. Riesling and Sauvignon Blanc whites are also significant. Württembergers drink their own wine almost exclusively; exports are rare.

Year Rating Notes
2023 Neckar valley conditions were favourable; Lemberger showed characteristic spice and fruit balance.
2022 Outstanding German vintage extended to Württemberg; limestone sites produced Lemberger of exceptional depth.
2021 Spring frost damaged some early budding; Württemberg's red clay and limestone sites performed better than lighter soils.
2020 Solid vintage; Muschelkalk limestone retained characteristic mineral freshness through a warm growing season.
2019 Fine German vintage; Württemberg Lemberger GG reached a level of quality that finally attracted international buyers.