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Overview |
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Welcome to the wine region of Ahr, the most northern and smallest region in Germany. The Ahr river valley is a beautiful landscape with vineyards growing on the hillsides shadowing the river. Known as a red wine consumers paradise, this region produces many of Germanys high quality reds. |
History |
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It is believed that wine has been cultivated in this area since Roman times, with the oldest documented vineyard dating back to 833 AD. Ahr red wines began gaining world notoriety in the mid to late 17th century. Their fame continues to grow even today as some of the worlds best red wines. |
Types of Grapes Grown |
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Riesling - white Mller-Thurgau - white Kerner - white Rulnder - white Ortega - white Weiburgunder - white Optima - white Sonstige - white Blauer Sptburgunder - red Blauer Portugieser - red Blauer Frhburgunder - red Dornfelder - red Domina - red Regent - red Dunkelfelder - red Rotberger - red Sonstige - red |
Region Fun Facts |
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The region is 1,354 acres, the smallest in Germany Most northern wine region in Germany Red grapes constitute 88% of growth in the region Sptburgunder is the German name for Pinot Noir Known for its red wines since the 17th century |