Jun 7, 2021 · A Rhine wine is any wine produced along the Rhine River, which runs through Germany and Alsace, France. The wines of the Rhine valley are often medium dry white wines, which has led to the term “Rhine wine” being used for white blends and Rhine-inspired wine.

German wine is primarily produced in the west of Germany, along the river Rhine and its tributaries, with the oldest plantations going back to the Roman era. Approximately 60 percent of German wine is produced in the state of Rhineland-Palatinate, where 6 of the 13 regions (Anbaugebiete) for quality wine are situated.

I recently had the pleasure of taking the AmaWaterways’ Enchanting Rhine River cruise, which winds its way through several countries and 2 important wine regions: Alsace and Rheingau in the Middle Rhine Valley.

Mar 10, 2022 · Germany's Rhine River valley wines are well worth taking the time to explore. Whether sampling a blend or searching out a single varietal, they all express their micro-climate well.

Sep 21, 2017 · While no one gets on a riverboat to party, wine does play a central role on a Rhine River cruise. Most cruise lines have wine tastings onboard and many have excursions to vineyards and...

The vineyards that line the steep hillsides along the Rhine and Mosel rivers in Germany make some of the world’s finest, and longest-living white wines. Let’s

Oct 12, 2023 · The Mittelrhein wine region comprises 470 hectares of vineyards, running either side of the River Rhine, the most important of which are located south-east of Koblenz …

Our Rhine River boat cruises include tours and wine tastings at the best local wineries and private cellars in Germany, France, Netherlands and Switzerland. Special highlights include lectures, gourmet meals, deluxe cruise accommodations, shore excursions and more.

Traverse charming gardens and step into the romantic royalty of the 17th-century castle. Explore quaint wine villages, enjoy a scenic lunch, and, in December, stroll through Christmas markets …

Take a front row seat on an enchanting wine-themed Rhine River journey. Discover the differences between France’s distinctive Alsatian wines, praised for their fragrant aromas, and Rüdesheim’s finest Rieslings.