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According to wine law, the indication "winery" on the label requires the wine to only come from the vineyards of the named producer exclusively. Under certain conditions, the bottling of wine produced at the winery may be referred to as "Gutsabfüllung" rather than "Erzeugerabfüllung".
Mainly in Rheinhessen St. Urban and St. Martin are considered as wine saints. St. Martin (November 11) has always been one of the most respected patron saints of winemakers and collectors. St. Urban (25th May) is the most widespread wine patron in Rheinhessen.
Rheinhessen wine brad ambassadors. In Rheinhessen, the first election for a wine queen took place in 1952. The guidelines of the Rheinhessenwein eV state, among other things, that the applicant must come from Rheinhessen and be from a family of winegrowers or have a qualified vocational training. The young women need to have extensive knowledge in viticulture, winemaking and wine consumption. On the day of the election they must be at least 18 years old. Also, strong attachment to the wine an authentic…
Tartaric acid crystals are produced, when natural minerals occuring in wine, such as potassium or calcium, are bound with tartaric acid. It occurs in almost every wine in a dissolved form and only forms little amber-coloured crystals, when it is cooled down during storage in a cold place. Nevertheless, tartar is completely harmless to health and does not affect the taste of the wine in any way.
A "Weinstube" is usually run by a restaurateur and is not associated with a winery. Here you can find wines from the region, sometimes from all over Germany or even from the rest of the world. The guest can expect an extensive wine offer. Depnding on the size of the "Weinstube", the menu will be smaller or more extensive.
Rheinhessen expression for vineyard.
A wine cellar café is run by a family of winegrowers. As a special feature, coffee, tea and coffee specialties, as well as home-baked cakes are served here in the afternoon. Of course, the wines of the winemakers are served as well. Frequently, small dishes are also offered to match the wine.
Rheinhessen expression for a special type of onion cake typical for Rheinhessen, even though it is not originally from there. There are many different version of this and no Zwiwwelkuche tastes like the other, as everyone has their own recipe. It probably is most comparable to a French Quiche Lorraine, but replacing the eggs with onions. The basic rule is: base of salty yeast dough, topped with small bacon cubes, steamed onion rings and sour cream. It is eaten oven-warm and combined with a fresh Federweißer. Delicious! Here…