Germany | German Natural Wines
Thanks largely to a new generation of young winemakers, Germany is becoming a hot spot for both fine and fun natural wines.
The Rheinhessen region is a hotspot of youthful producers, many of whom have inherited vines and are working their vineyards more sustainably, with a focus on soil health and of course in the cellar, a minimalistic approach. Producers in the Rheinhessen who stand out in this way include Moritz Kissinger, Max Dexheimer, Marto Wines, Bianka and Daniel Schmit and the Brand Bros, amongst many others.
Pet Nat Rosé 2022
Brand
Open carefully - explosive ;)
KnochenTrocken 2022
Der GlücksJäger
Classic, clean Riesling
Rosa Pünktchen
Der Glücksjäger
Cabernet Sauvignon from Pfalz
Sauvignon Blanc Reserve 2022
Der GlücksJäger
Classic Style, with wood action
Cabernet Sauvignon
Der Glücksjäger
Cabernet Sauvignon from Pfalz
Pétillant Natural Weiss
PIRI Naturel
In demand Female producer
Riesling Lay Purus 2023
Rudolf Trossen
Stones Vs Lemons
Riesling Pyramide Purus 2022
Rudolf Trossen
Our fave from the Mosel Master!
Pet Nat Purellus Pinot Noir Rose 2022
Rudolf Trossen
VERY bubbly Pet Nat
Frühburgunder "Herr Lüttmer"
Herr & Frau Lüttmer
A mutation of Pinot Noir?!?
Fledermaus Rot 2022
2Naturkinder
Vines fertilied with their Bat dung
Brutal!!!
2Naturkinder
The FIRST official German Brutal!!
Riesling Schieferblume 2023
Rudolf Trossen
Entry Level Trossen!
Riesling Schieferstern 2020
Rudolf Trossen
Razor Sharp Riesling
Pet Nat Weiss 2022
Nature's Calling
Tropical & Fun Pet Nat
Pet Nat Rose 2022
Nature's Calling
Unique, funky, fruity
Orange MAGNUM
Nature's Calling
TASTY ORANGE IN A MAGNUM!
Fizzy Glow Glow 2023
Glow Glow Wines
Refreshing Pet Nat
Pinot Blanc 2022
Marto Wines
OMG SOOO GOOD! Get this!!!
Spätburgunder 2021
Carsten Saalwächter
Germany's most exciting winemaker?
Müller Time SandersStruck
Staffelter Hof
Political label. Dope wine
Pinot Gris + Pinot Blanc 2021
Marto Wines
Vibrant white mix!
Müller Thurgau 2022
Sven Enderle
Of Enderle & Moll fame
Brand Nouveau 2023
Brand
Watch Out.. Dangerously Drinkable!
Hunty Pet Nat
Katla Wines
CRAZY! Peach, Cream Soda, Salt, Baking Spices!
Popular German grapes & producers
Whether red or white, German wines tend to be more acidic than their French or Italian counterparts - this comes back to the cooler climate which means less ripeness, as well as the grape varieties themselves, like Riesling, which retain more acidity when ripe.
The southwest of Germany has an ideal climate for winemaking, and of the 20+ prominent natural wine producers in the country, most can be found in Rheinhessen. On the other hamd, While not the largest, Mosel might be Germany’s most well-known wine region, famous for its lower-alcohol white wines and especially Riesling. The most popular grape varieties in Germany include Riesling, Müller-Thurgau, Spätburgunder (Pinot Noir), Dornfelder, Silvaner, Lemberger (Blaufränkisch), Grauburgunder (Pinot Gris), and Weißburgunder (Pinot Blanc).
A new generation is focusing on natural wines
Perhaps the driving force of the natural wine movement in Germany is the “junge winzer” (young winemakers). Many of these young winemakers have taken over generations-old family vineyards, have often gathered knowledge while studying or working abroad, favour a collaborative approach, and aim to make wines that truly express the unique terroir. With passion and commitment, they have transformed the vineyards into producing only natural wines for the first time.
Popular young producers include (but are definitely not limited to!) Weingut Freitag, Marto Wines, Brand Bros, Vin de Lagamba, Glow Glow, BD Schmitt, and Andi Weigand.