Think You Know Chardonnay? These Unexpected Regions Will Change Your Mind

Food & Wine

Germany is gaining momentum as a serious player in global Chardonnay, with producers across regions like Pfalz, Rheinhessen, and Baden showcasing a diverse range of styles as the variety expands into cooler climates.

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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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