Can Wine Appellation Systems Withstand Climate Change?

SevenFifty Daily

Climate change is challenging traditional European wine laws as rising temperatures and shifting vineyard conditions place pressure on long-standing regulatory systems. Can historic appellation systems evolve quickly enough to preserve their identity while ensuring long-term survival?

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This Valentine’s Day, Offer Up Bubbly From Germany

The New York Times

Wine critic Eric Asimov highlights the rising quality and excitement surrounding German sparkling wine, exploring how a new generation of producers is elevating Sekt through traditional-method production and a stronger focus on vineyard sites.

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Wine Data Shows Causes For Optimism

Wine-Searcher

Germany is emerging as a bright spot in the global wine market—here’s how cool-climate wines defined by quality, balance, and precision are driving the shift.

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27 Nonalcoholic Drinks That Will Help You Get Through Dry January (And Beyond)

CNN Underscored

As interest in alcohol-free beverages continues to grow, CNN Underscored highlights the rise of non-alcoholic wines that deliver balance, freshness, and flavor, reflecting a broader shift toward mindful drinking without sacrificing quality.

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The Best Rieslings of 2025

Wine-Searcher

Wine-Searcher’s annual Best Rieslings of 2025 spotlights Germany’s continued leadership in producing world-class Riesling, with German wines standing out for their exceptional quality, precision, and global acclaim.

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Where to Get the Viral ‘Cat Wine’ Taking Over Social Media

Parade

German wines are having a viral moment, and Moselland’s cat-shaped Riesling bottles are leading the charge as fans snap them up for both the approachable wine inside and the playful, collectible packaging.

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Focus on Lifestyle

Meiningers International

German wine is in a new phase, and DWI’s new director Melanie Broyé-Engelkes wants to rebuild interest by bringing the industry together around lifestyle-focused stories and highlighting Germany’s low- and no-alcohol strengths.

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From Sekt To Pinot Blanc, Jenna Fields Is Making German Wine Fun Again

Food & Wine

German wine is reaching new audiences in the U.S., as Jenna Fields—founder of The German Wine Collection—helps showcase its range beyond Riesling and brings fresh energy to how Americans enjoy wines from Germany.

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