Classification is the first layer of identifying quality in German wine. There are essentially 3 classifications to know in the Mosel: Qualitatswein (QbA), Pradikatswein, and VDP.… See more

The second layer of finding great quality in the Mosel is knowing, and respecting, vintage … See more

The third layer of finding great quality Mosel wines is understanding the region. Not all of the vineyards here are created equal. The northernly latitude (Mosel is along the 50… See more

There are 2 primary types of slate soils found in the Mosel Valley: blue slate and red slate. Although both soils are relatively poor, the red soil areas generally have more clay produci… See more