The origin of this quote is unknown – quite possibly, it came from Rhineland-Palatinate. We value a companionable atmosphere and enjoyment just as much as quality and innovation. Wines from Rhineland-Palatinate regularly land in the top rankings of international wine awards. Our vintners work day after day for this success, with fresh ideas and careful handling of centuries-old traditions. The art of wine can be experienced not just in the glass, but also on picturesque wine trails throughout our six wine-growing regions. Once you are there, warmed by the golden evening sun, you may never want to leave. Which region will you explore next?


 

Go on a wine tour now.

Great wines, picturesque landscapes, and plenty of lust for life: Rhineland-Palatinate is one of the few places on earth where you can find all of that in abundance. Discover the diversity of our wine-growing regions and get to know the Golden Six better.

 


Six wine-growing regions and numerous top locations

64845 hectares

Grapes for our more than 25 white wines and over 10 red wines are grown in 64,845 hectares of vineyard. 

#1 in winemaking

two-thirds

We produce premium wines – and more than a few at that: around two-thirds of all German wine is from Rhineland-Palatinate.  

In service of the vines

6000000 hectoliters

6,550 wineries produce around six million hectoliters of wine annually. The state government even operates three award-winning state wineries.

Award-winning enjoyment

Our wines are world-class: Rhineland-Palatinate wines regularly make it onto the legendary "100 out of 100 points" list of the international wine magazine "Wine Advocate".

Merriment and mouth-watering treats

1000 wine festivals

From large spectacles to cozy village festivities – every year, more than 1,000 wine festivals all over Rhineland-Palatinate invite you to sample regional wines and local delicacies in cheerful company.

Welcome to our wine-growing regions

Welcome to our wine-growing regions

Six regions in Rhineland-Palatinate that live viniculture: discover our wine-growing regions and learn more about their soil, types of grapes and places of interest.

Unique character wines.

Legendary wine.

Extremely good taste.

Good things, so nearby.

A piece of heaven on earth.

Enjoyment in the land of a thousand hills.

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Glan
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World class wines

Sommeliers around the world appreciate our wines. Three wine professionals from star restaurants in Europe, Asia and the USA tell what they associate with wine from Rhineland-Palatinate. Find out which wine should not be missing from the exclusive cellars of the experts and which dishes it goes particularly well with.


Wine is a cultural asset that should be enjoyed responsibly and in the company of others. We therefore support the Wine in Moderation initiative, which was launched in 2008 by the European wine sector and encourages responsible wine consumption. Read more about Wine in Moderation.