23. Germany Flashcards
What is indicated by German Pradikatswein?
Quality designation which is sub-classified by ripeness. Indicates quality wine with special attributes from a single Bereich within an Anbaugebiete. May not receive enrichment but can be sweetened post fermentation with Süssreserve. Also must label which of the 6 Pradikat levels it belongs to.
Name 6 classifications of ripeness for Pradikatswein.
Kabinett, Spatlese, Auslese, Beerenauslese (BA), Eiswien, Trockenbeerenauslese (TBA) [mneumonic: KSA-BET]
Which Pradikatswein classification is for light, refreshing wines?
Kabinett
Which Pradikatswein classification refers to “late harvest”?
Spatlese
What are two German terms for medium dry?
halbtrocken (official) or feinherb (unofficial)
What is the climate in Germany?
Cool/moderate continental
What 3 aspects of German weather most affect viticulture?
1) Spring frosts/summer rain can cause problems
2) Humidity in Autumn promotes noble rot
3) Conditions vary considerably year over year
Describe German vineyard soils.
Very varied; in certain areas, stony soils radiate heat, key for grape ripeness.
What are the 3 main white grape varieties in Germany?
Riesling, Muller-Thurgau (Rivaner), Silvaner Also Grauburgunder (Pinot Gris), Weissburgunder (Pinot Blanc) Scheurebe (Slivaner x Reisling)
What are the 3 main black grape varieties in Germany?
Spatburgunder (Pinot Noir), Dornfelder
Where are the best vineyard sites in Germany?
vineyards often at climatic limit for grape ripening so best sites located on very steep south-facing slopes near rivers.
What are the key aspects of winemaking for German Burgunder?
Focus on purity of fruit/ oak use.
What are the key aspects of winemaking for German sweet wines?
this German specialty achieves sweetness with
1) interrupted fermentation
2) sussreserve (sometimes)
3) botrytis.
What are the key villages for wine production in the Mosel?
Bernkastel, Piesport, Brauneberg, Wehlen, Graach, Erden
What are the key villages for wine production in the Nahe?
Schlossbockelheim