Rheinhessen

About this region

A Rheinhessen é a maior das 13 regiões vinícolas de qualidade da Alemanha, com 26 758 hectares cultivados em 2018. Situa-se na margem esquerda do Reno, entre Worms e Bingen, e produz sobretudo vinho branco, em particular Riesling, Müller-Thurgau e Silvaner. A região é mais conhecida como a terra do Liebfraumilch, e um número crescente dos seus Rieslings é elaborado num estilo seco e vigoroso.

Information

Country: Germany
Climate: warm, dry

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Frequently asked questions

How many Rheinhessen wines can I compare on Wine Radar?

Wine Radar compares prices for Rheinhessen wines across Portuguese online retailers — 15 in the catalogue.

Which grape varieties are common in Rheinhessen?

Common grape varieties in Rheinhessen include Riesling, Cabernet Sauvignon, Gewürztraminer, Pinot Blanc.

What is the Rheinhessen wine region known for?

Rheinhessen is the largest of Germany's 13 quality wine regions, with 26,758 hectares under cultivation in 2018. It lies on the left bank of the Rhine between Worms and Bingen and produces mostly white wine, particularly Riesling, Müller-Thurgau and Silvaner. The region is best known as the home of Liebfraumilch, and…