Did you know “Prost” is the German word for “cheers”? Neither did I. That’s why when Wines of Germany USA approached me about collaborating with them on the “Prost Every Moment” campaign, I couldn't say no.
The last two years have been challenging for us all. Between the pandemic, working from home, and dodging a deadly virus at every turn, our entire lives were upended and we’ve been in a whirlwind ever since. That’s why it’s so important to celebrate life at every opportunity and German wines are perfect to “prost every moment,” big or small. From the novice to the wine aficionado, German wines are great for an imaginary adventurous escape to Germany or just treating yourself to a nice glass (or bottle if it’s a Friday night) of wine.
To be honest, I consider myself somewhere in between a novice and an aficionado. I know more than the average person but I know there is SO much more to learn. I had no idea how I’d feel about German wines or if I’d even be able to tell the difference between them and wines from other regions.
I tried The Seeker Riesling from Germany’s Mosel region and A. Christmann Spätburgunder from the Pfalz region, and honestly, was pleasantly surprised by both. According to Wines of Germany’s website, “Spätburgunder is to red wine what Riesling is to white wine: the cream of the crop.” Spätburgunder is the German name for Pinot Noir, translating to- late (spät) ripening pinot (burgunder). Germany is actually the world’s third largest producer of Pinot Noir! This Spätburgunder was full-bodied and complex like you’d expect from a Pinot Noir. I enjoyed it with a delicious salmon meal with my friend, Meghan, and she enjoyed it as well.
But I’d have to say The Seeker was our favorite. It is the perfect Riesling, which Germany is actually known for. But I’d have to say The Seeker was our favorite. It is the perfect Riesling, which Germany is actually known for. In fact, Germany is widely regarded as the birthplace of Riesling, with written records of the grape as early as 1435 but likely dating back much earlier. The Seeker was light, floral and just sweet enough. We enjoyed The Seeker as an aperitif with appetizers, but it can also be enjoyed with both sweet and spicy foods. While this Riesling is off-dry, the majority of wines made in Germany are actually dry! Riesling is a versatile grape that can be vinified in styles from bone dry to lusciously sweet.
Meghan and I had a great night escaping to Germany through our imagination! Whether you’re indulging in a glass of wine with friends, treating yourself because you had a great day, or you’re celebrating a promotion or new home, celebrate life and prost every moment with German wines!
Check out Wine.com if you’d like to try The Seeker Riseling or the A. Christmann Spätburgunder for yourself!
While this post was sponsored by Wines of Germany USA, all opinions are my own. I’d never lead you astray. :)
