Ahr – The Valley of the Red Grape
With its 560 hectares of vineyards, the Ahr is not only one of the smallest wine-growing regions, but also the northernmost in western Germany.
The combination of steep slopes along the river valley and sun-baked rocks creates a Mediterranean microclimate, which is particularly ideal for red wine cultivation. But a visit to this "red wine paradise" is worthwhile not only for its red wines; the 35-kilometer-long Red Wine Trail offers an up-close experience of the Ahr and its romantic charm.
Further information about the Ahr can be found at:
https://www.deutscheweine.de/tourismu...
The DVD, featuring the 30-minute film "Welcome to Prime Vineyards" and individual profiles of all 13 German wine-growing regions, is available in the German Wine Institute's online shop:
http://shop.deutscheweine.de/index.ph...