Germany

Germany is the most northerly country in which grapes can thrive. Nearly 80% of the regions' vineyards are located on hilly slopes, which means that mechanical harvesting is out of the question. Climate and soil vary considerably from north to south. There is also a big difference in climate from west to east. The more easterly regions have a significantly more continental climate - a climate of extremes - than those in the west. Styles vary greatly from region to region, largely dependent upon climate and soil. Around 80% of German wines are white. Although some Reds are produced. 85% of all German wines produced are white. Look out for such regions as; Mosel- Saar-Ruwer, Rheingau and the Pfalz.