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Wine tourism very popular and growing anymore
The new Global Wine Tourism Report 2025 – with many suggestions
Written by Dieter Simon ·
October 27, 2025
The newly published Global Wine Tourism Report 2025 is a milestone for the global wine and tourism industry. Wine tourism has...
Prof. Kees van Leeuwen: on the future of viticulture
from his presentation at GIESCO 2025 on much that still needs to be researched
Written by Dieter Simon ·
August 11, 2025
GIESCO - Groupe international d'Experts en Systèmes vitivinicoles pour la CoOpération - is an international group of leading experts and scientists...
It is a truism that wines, especially good red wines, become even finer, more elegant, more complex as they mature, and...
Terroir - wines with a terroir character - what does that mean?
What nature gives to the wines
Written by Dieter Simon ·
July 24, 2025
"Terroir," the word comes from French, refers to the sum of all natural influences on a wine's flavor. Wines characterized by...
Discover sake – rice wine, a Japanese tradition
How it is produced, how it tastes – when, how and to what it’s going well
Written by Dieter Simon ·
July 07, 2025
It's always okay to be curious – for those who have never tried sake …?! First, about the word: Many pronounce it...
Great photos on the subject of wine by Armin Faber – available as pictures in many sizes
they decorate many restaurants, wine shops as well as private rooms
Written by Dieter Simon ·
November 20, 2024
For almost 40 years, Armin Faber has been photographing wine and food and over the course of time has captured all...
German wine harvest 2024: Quantity of small, but fruity not too heavy wines to be expected
Harvest Estimation
Written by Dieter Simon ·
October 26, 2024
Late frosts, a wet year and changeable weather during the grape harvest required strong commitment and maximum flexibility from the winegrowers. As...
New: Official partnership between Institute of MASTERS of WINE (IMW) and German Wine Institute (DWI)
the DWI is now one of the main sponsors
Written by Dieter Simon ·
September 04, 2024
The partnership is therefore a great honour for German wine and contributes to the international appreciation of German wines. The cooperation...
The Ahr Valley – best red wines and blanc de noir as well as many cheerful wine festivals
worth a trip – especially the red wine hiking trail - Rotweinwanderweg
Written by Dieter Simon ·
July 18, 2024
The Ahr Valley is well known for its great Pinot Noir red wines. It is the most north-western German wine-growing region....
Caravaning with stops at wineries
lots of romance and very good wines
Written by Dieter Simon ·
July 04, 2024
Staying away from the hustle and bustle, spending the night romantically in the vineyards, directly at a winery and enjoying good...
German wines – and which ones are particularly popular
Varieties, Types of wine, Trends, Opportunities ...
Written by Dieter Simon ·
July 03, 2024
German white wines popular As a medium-sized production country at best, German viticulture can by no means meet...
Caravaning in wine-growing regions is becoming increasingly popular
The Baden Wine Royalty on a “Badge Tour”
Written by Dieter Simon ·
June 06, 2024
The change in travel behavior has led to a more diverse and individualized camping scene, with motorhome parking areas alongside traditional campsites...
Duo Edition “Bastian Fiala – Art meets Wine” with the finest Waldulmer Spätburgunder Red Wine
Based on the original portrait paintings by the artist Bastian Fiala – including the vernissage.
Written by Dieter Simon ·
May 29, 2024
The original paintings by Bastian Fiala height="278" />Great art only belongs on the best red wines, or the best red wines...
Weingut Stairs n' Roses: Lots of drinking pleasure through 'antiauthoritarian' vine training
Julia Molitor-Justen and Dr. Daniel Molitor call this cuvée from such minimal pruning vineyards STRUWWELPITTER
Written by Dieter Simon ·
April 23, 2024
Weingut Stars n height="233" />Floral scent of candied lemon, apple compote, herbal candy; on the palate lively and strong with hints of...
About mustard – the popular flavor enhancer with many positive effects
plus great tips for making your own mustard
Written by Dieter Simon ·
May 16, 2023
Mustard is one of the oldest spices in the world. We love it because it makes many of our dishes more flavorful,...
It seems quite logical that putting a screw cap on a wine bottle preserves the Cork Oak forests, and as such...
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